Restaurant Mercator

Savor the moment at Mercator.

From quick bites to hearty favorites, we’ve got exactly what you’re craving. Stop by and stay a while!

Welcome at Mercator

Restaurant at the shores of lake Bütgenbach

Looking for a table at Lake Bütgenbach? Whether you’re cycling the RAVeL, hiking the trails, or just looking for a hearty seasonal buffet, we’ve got a table waiting for you.

  • 100-seat dining room + panoramic terrace
  • Fully accessible (PRM-friendly lift)
  • Dogs welcome outdoors
  • You find us right on te shore!

Our meal options

Make life easier and choose the option that suits you best:

  • Breakfast, half-board or full-board: Let us pamper you throughout your stay.
  • Tip: For guests at the B&B Sporthouse, a full breakfast is already included in the price.
  • Mercator à la carte: Take a seat and choose your favourite dish from our varied menu.
  • Seasonal buffet: The ideal choice for those who appreciate variety, speed and a wide selection for the whole family.

On-site amenities

Don’t feel like going out? Enjoy our meals at your place

  • Baker’s service: Start the day on the right foot with fresh bread rolls delivered to your accommodation every morning.
  • Takeaway: Enjoy our dishes in the comfort of your holiday home, tent or mobile home.

From 14 May,

the Mercator restaurant doesn’t offer à la carte dining in the evenings; instead, a varied buffet will be available from 5.30 pm.

Menu à la carte

Seasonal menus

From 14 May,

we invite you to a varied buffet that will be available from 5.30 pm.

Half-board & full-board menus

  • Allergies and special dietary requirements: Do you have an allergy or specific dietary needs? Please let us know in advance and our chef will be happy to prepare a suitable alternative for you.
  • Prices: You can find the prices for our catering options on the pages dedicated to the Campsite, Holiday Homes or Sporthouse B&B.

Take away meals

Opening hours

25/05/2026 – 31/05/2026

DayBreakfastDrinksEvening Buffet
Monday7-10amfrom noon5:00pm-8:00pm
Tuesday7-10amfrom noon5:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday7-10amfrom noon5:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday7-10amfrom noon5:00pm-8:00pm
Friday7-10amfrom noon5:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday7-10amfrom noon5:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday7-10amfrom noon5:00pm-8:00pm
Monday7-10amclosed5:00pm-8:00pm

01/06/2026 – 30/06/2026

After the kitchen closes, the restaurant remains open for another hour.

DayBreakfastÀ la carteEvening Buffet
Monday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8pm
Tuesday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8pm
Wednesday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8pm
Thursday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8pm
Friday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30am-8pm
Saturday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8pm
Sunday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8pm

01/07/2026 – 31/08/2026

After the kitchen closes, the restaurant remains open for another hour and a half.

DayBreakfastÀ la carteEvening Buffet
Monday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8:30pm
Friday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30am-8:30pm
Saturday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8:30pm
Sunday7-10am11:30am-5pm5:30pm-8:30pm

01/09/2026 – 15/09/2026

After the kitchen closes, the restaurant remains open for another hour.

DayBreakfastWarm kitchenRestaurant
Monday7-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
Tuesday7-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
Wednesday7-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
Thursday7-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
Friday7-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
Saturday7-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
Sunday7-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm

16/09/2026 – 26/11/2026

  • During the All Saints holidays (October 30 – November 7), the restaurant is open all day until 9:00 pm. (kitchen closes at 8:00 pm.).
  • After the kitchen closes, the restaurant remains open for another hour.
DayBreakfastWarm kitchenRestaurant
Monday7:30-10amclosedclosed
Tuesday7:30-10am11:30am-7:30pm11:30am-8:30pm
Wednesday7:30-10am11:30am-7:30pm11:30am-8:30pm
Thursday7:30-10am11:30am-7:30pm11:30am-8:30pm
Friday7:30-10am11:30am-7:30pm11:30am-8:30pm
Saturday7:30-10am11:30am-7:30pm11:30am-8:30pm
Sunday7:30-10am11:30am-6pm11:30am-7pm
13-21/02/267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm

27/11/2026 – 17/12/2026

The restaurant will be closed from November 27 through December 17 for its annual deep cleaning.

18/12/2026 – 01/01/2027

After the kitchen closes, the restaurant remains open for another hour.

DayBreakfastWarm kitchenRestaurant
18/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
19/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
20/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
21/12/20267-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
22/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
23/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
24/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-2pm11:30am-3pm
25/12/2026closedclosedclosed
26/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
27/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
28/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
29/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
30/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-8pm11:30am-9pm
31/12/20267:30-10am11:30am-2pm11:30am-3pm
01/01/2027closedclosedclosed

Handy off - family time on

Even the little ones won’t get bored in our restaurant! 🎉 Espescially for children, we offer:
Colouring placemats so they can discover their creative side
✅A selection of games to borrow
✅A delicious children’s menu
Come along and enjoy an unforgettable time with us as a family!