Mario Vanoppen is well known for his ice cream parlours, but he now also offers a unique overnight stay in the heart of Tongeren at Logie Mario. Waking up with a view of the Basilica of Tongeren. Who can say that?
In Tongeren, you could almost say you stumble from one Roman stone to another. One fascinating story leads straight into the next. Mario saw the opportunity to spoil tourists with a pleasant place to stay close to the magnificent Gallo-Roman Museum. There is always something happening there. Numerous Roman walks through the city and events such as Ciao Tongeren also draw visitors into the Roman past.
The rooms at Logie Mario are stylish, timeless and instantly make you feel at ease. A moment to let time stand still before travelling back in time to experience Tongeren’s Roman past. Guests are treated to a pleasant Roman touch. Upon arrival, they receive a welcome gift: the Roman Tungri Gold beer, brewed with honey.
In the morning, your taste buds are treated to a Roman-inspired breakfast. A delicious moretum cheese on a spelt bread roll, or perhaps a stuffed egg with honey and sage. Be surprised by the creativity of the chef, who draws inspiration from the cookbook of the Roman Apicius from the 1st century AD.
One of the most unique features of Logie Mario is that, from your bed, you look out over the magnificent Basilica of Tongeren. Majestic! Breathtaking! And yes, on a beautiful morning you can even enjoy your breakfast on the terrace while admiring this unique piece of architecture
From Logie Mario, you can reach the Gallo-Roman Museum in just two minutes. Or you can enjoy the Roman walking routes through the city. More information is available at Visit Tongeren.
Then feel free to contact us at info@viavia.eu. We will help you develop your unique, Roman-inspired product.
You develop a product inspired by the Roman past and offer it to your customers.
You keep us informed if there is any change in your offer.
You may participate annually in the inspiration sessions ‘Friends of VIAVIA’.
You will be connected with the necessary specialists to help develop your product. For example, if you wish to blow glass, we will bring you into contact with a specialist in Roman glassmaking for inspiration.
We conduct an interview and create a photo report.
We highlight your business and your products on our website, social media, and other promotional materials.
Events are organised regularly, and you will have the opportunity — without obligation — to present your product(s) and your business.
The Interreg Meuse-Rhine program recognized the VIA VIA tourism project as a good initiative for an implementation amount of €4,567,252.40 and granted an ERDF contribution of €2,283,626.17. The project is also supported by the European Union, with co-financing provided by the Wirtschaftsministerium Nordrhein-Westfalen, the Province of Limburg, and Regio Deal Parkstad Limburg.
