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Schlager Festival. Photo: Roland Hermans

HISWA Amsterdam Boat Show 6 – 10 March, Amsterdam, the Netherlands Water runs through the Dutchman’s veins. The annual boat gathering HISWA is, therefore, a big event in the Netherlands. Gasp at the many mighty rulers of the sea, participate in one of the many activities or buy yourself something nice at the fair. Perhaps even your own proper ship. www.hiswarai.nl

screenings, events, workshops and more. No wonder this film festival is one of the fastest growing in Europe. www.luxfilmfest.lu

Antwerp Chocolate Week 8 – 17 March, Antwerp, Belgium Nothing says ‘Belgium’ like a refined piece of chocolate. During its Chocolate Week, the sweet city of Antwerp invites the world for a degustation of this godly treat. For just ten euros, you can buy a pass containing ten

vouchers, with which you can hop in to some of the 35 participating chocolatiers. For one, two or three tickets, they will spoil you with the best products they have in store. www.antwerpenkoekenstad.be

Springbreak 14 – 17 March, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Spring is the season for positive vibes. During the four-day Springbreak event, innovation, creativity and respect for the environment bub-

Lux Film Fest 7 – 17 March, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Lux Film Fest, traditionally, fills this tiny country with the biggest films. For 11 days straight, three cinema complexes in the capital screen the great Luxembourgish and foreign pictures of the last year, besides many special

Antwerp Chocolate week. Photo: Pieter D’Hoop

TEFAF. Photo: Natascha Libbert

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