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Alden Biesen gets a Scottish makeover with ‘Highland Life’: “You won’t find this atmosphere anywhere else”

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

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  • Alden Biesen in Bilzen is hosting ‘Highland Life’, a new event replacing the former Scottish Weekend.
  • The event expands across the castle grounds, with sunny autumn weather drawing large crowds on Saturday.
  • Organizers expect between 8,000 and 10,000 visitors.

Alden Biesen has taken on a Scottish identity for the weekend. Visitors entering the land commandery in Bilzen can briefly imagine themselves in the Scottish Highlands.

The event, called ‘Highland Life’, runs through Sunday and replaces the familiar Scottish Weekend. Organizers have also expanded the concept across the castle estate.

The new format, combined with prominent autumn sunshine, brought a large crowd to Alden Biesen on Saturday. Organizers are hoping to welcome between 8,000 and 10,000 visitors.

You won’t find this atmosphere anywhere else.

· Unspecified speakerThe headline highlights the distinctive atmosphere visitors experience at Alden Biesen.
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