The history goes back even further. This was once a farm on the smuggling route between Breda and Liège, where travelers stopped for a cup of coffee or a drink along the way. The name refers to the legendary Bokkenrijders, who, according to the stories, flew across the heath at night on goats. And well, after a good Brabant beer, we are happy to believe that.

You reach the inn via sandy tracks, featuring various cozy spaces such as 't Hooibergske and het Kûffeeke. Inside, the fireplace is burning; outside, the large terrace beckons. Surrounding the property are forests, fens, and endless walking and cycling paths.

The menu is written entirely in the Brabant dialect, which can sometimes be a bit of a puzzle for non-Brabant natives. Fortunately for us, the favorites are easy to find: generously topped fried eggs, a slice of cherry pie, a large ice cream, or a "broojke kwatta stroojsel" (or a chocolate sprinkles sandwich) for the kids. And with all that deliciousness? A honey liqueur, a Trappist with (yes, *with* grenadine), or just something refreshing.

Good to know: the doors here open every day as early as 9:00 AM. And on the weekend? Then they close “as de kastelein gò slaope”. Which means that could be early or late.