Oudenaarde, nestled along the River Scheldt in Belgium’s Flemish Ardennes, is a historic town renowned for its magnificent 16th-century Town Hall—one of the finest examples of Brabantine Gothic—and for its imposing Church of St. Walburga. Once a flourishing center of weaving during the Renaissance, Oudenaarde gained international fame for its richly detailed tapestries, prized across Europe and still displayed in major collections today. The town combines medieval charm with a vibrant cycling culture, serving as a gateway to the rolling hills that host the famous Tour of Flanders, and stands as a place that has shaped Flemish identity for centuries.