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With around

The fair takes place in the town centre.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Herzele railway station (distance 1.7 km)

- by bus - bus stop Gemeentehuis (lines 25, 49, 251, 253)

By car:

- Venue: town centre (Groenlaan)

Car park:

- Car park

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