Eigenbilzen was an independent municipality until 1977 when it merged into Bilzen.

The Roman road connecting Tongeren to Maastricht used to pass through the village.

The current building dates from 1865, and was transformed into a residential house in 1925.

[6] Eigenbilzen is located on the edge of the Campine region.

[3] De Hoefaert is a nature reserve north of the Albert Canal and an important habit for songbirds and birds of prey.