With a history going back some 30 (!) years, the Euro-Cup tournament is a fixture on the calendar in the Hamont region. As a result, the stand of 't Leeuwke Stadium of KFC Hamont '99 is always packed for the finals. These days, the pride of Hamont-Achel municipality is a joint project run by KFC Hamont ' 99 and K. Achel VV. The two clubs have a superb sports park which is always decked out specially for the occasion. The cosy atmosphere is simply wonderful. Awaiting participants are two days of football, a real sense of conviviality on the terraces, a lively opening ceremony featuring a parade and music, and of course a closing ceremony with the ceremonial prize-giving. You're sure to go home feeling fantastic!
KFC Hamont '99 and K. Achel VV are the joint organisers of this international competition. As the name implies, KFC Hamont '99 was founded in 1999. The letters KFC stand for Koninklijke Fusie-Club (Royal Fusion Club). K. Achel VV (Royal Achel Soccer Association) has been around since 1909, although the club went by the name of Klein Maar Dapper (Small but Courageous) at the time. In collaboration with the municipality of Hamont-Achel, they manage to turn this into a successful tournament year after year!
The Euro Cup tournament takes place in the municipality of Hamont-Achel; in an area along the Dutch border. Achel VV and KFC Hamont 99 have beautiful sports grounds with 5-6 pitches, a stadium and a nice clubhouse with a view of the sports fields. The grounds will also feature a catering square with a bar and terrace during the event.
Hamont-Achel (14,000 inhabitants) is located in wooded surroundings right on the border with the Netherlands. Harmont-Achel has a cosy town square next to the church and a castle. The municipality is well known for the Saint Benedictus-Abbey where Achel trappist beer is brewed. The pride of Hamont-Achel, however, is Marc Emmers. Capped for Belgium 37 times, the footballer kicked off his career at KFC Hamont 99. The sports complex is at walking distance of the centre.
Lommel is a town with some 29,000 residents in the Belgian part of Limburg, just below the Dutch border. Surrounded by dunes and forests of pine trees, Lommel is a real paradise for nature lovers. In the centre around the market square and beautiful town hall you'll find both old and new architecture. The town has plenty to offer in the way of shops, restaurants and cafe bars. From April to October, the famous Teutenmarkt (flea/antique market) takes place.
Swimming Pool de Dommelslag:
De Dommelslag in Overpelt, 10 kilometres from Hamont, is a great place to swim. You can make a splash in a leisure pool with spectacular wild water slides, an outdoor pool and a kids' pool with a water playground. The sauna, bubble bath or steam bath provide a place to relax.
