Terrace with a view in Vaals
Partly covered, dogs welcome and a view as far as Belgium and Germany.
Giraffe Lodge has a terrace with a view in South Limburg, on the hilltop between Vijlen and Epen in Vaals, the Netherlands. From the terrace you look far across the hills, as far as Belgium and Germany. The terrace is partly covered by a stretch tent and dogs are welcome. It is open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch, vlaai, drinks and dinner.
When it gets dark, the lights come on along the wooden deck. Inside, the large round windows of the restaurant give the same view over the three-country landscape.
- Terrace
- Partly covered by a stretch tent, with a view over the hills
- Dogs
- Welcome on the terrace
- Open
- Tuesday and Wednesday 11:00 to 18:00, Thursday to Sunday 11:00 to 22:00, closed on Monday (special opening hours)
- Parking
- Private car park on the Epenerbaan
What can you eat on the terrace?
Lunch is served from 11:30 to 16:00, Tuesday to Sunday, and Limburg vlaai until 5 pm. The drinks menu with bitterballen and sharing boards runs from 11:30 to 21:00, and from Thursday to Sunday dinner is served from 17:00 to 21:00. See the full menu or read more about lunch in Vaals.
The lodge is 5 kilometres from the three-country point and about 20 minutes by car from Aachen. Walking routes through the Vijlenerbos run around the lodge, so a walk with the dog can end on the terrace. Read more about the view over South Limburg and the restaurant near the three-country point.
Frequently asked questions
Is the terrace at Giraffe Lodge covered?
The terrace at Giraffe Lodge is partly covered by a stretch tent, so you can stay outside during a shower. In bad weather the restaurant inside has the same view through its large round windows.
Are dogs allowed on the terrace?
Yes, dogs are welcome on the terrace of Giraffe Lodge in Vaals.
Can I book a table on the terrace?
Yes, you can book a table on the terrace or inside by the window, online or by calling +31 43 306 43 05. Booking is not required, but it is recommended from Thursday to Sunday and in good weather.
Updated on 29 October 2026 (times from the menu and the contact page).
See it for yourself
A table on the terrace with a view? Book, especially from Thursday to Sunday and in good weather.