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Forget dusty, boring museums. There are many to discover in Wallonia, each with its own universe, its own atmosphere. Some are vibrant, others quirky or immersive. All are incredibly welcoming, aiming at making learning fun. Exploring them is a pure delight, whether you are coming on your own, with family or friends.

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  • The Solvay Estate | La Hulpe
    Sunset at the Solvay Regional Estate park and ponds, with the Château de La Hulpe in the background.
    La Hulpe

    The Solvay Estate | La Hulpe

    The Solvay Estate in La Hulpe, listed as "Exceptional cultural site in Wallonia", features part of the Sonian Forest and the Château de La Hulpe.
  • The Collegiate Church of St Gertrude and its impressive jacquemart
    Nivelles

    The Collegiate Church of St Gertrude and its impressive jacquemart

    The jacquemart (an animated mechanised figure which strikes the hours on a bell with a hammer) of the Sainte-Gertrude collegiate church in Nivelle is one of 3 in Wallonia.
  • Maredsous abbey: cheese and beer of character
    Couple walking along the grounds of Maredsous Abbey
    Denée

    Maredsous abbey: cheese and beer of character

    The Maredsous Abbey, in the Molignée valley, is one of the most beautiful ones in Belgium. Make the most of your visit to admire the architecture of the monastery and taste the famous cheese and beer made on site.
  • Malmundarium, a must see historical visit in Malmedy
    Malmedy

    Malmundarium, a must see historical visit in Malmedy

    The Malmundarium, a former Benedictine monastery, is a space dedicated to memory, art, history and culture in the Cantons de l'Est region.
  • The Bois des Rêves estate in Ottignies
    Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve

    The Bois des Rêves estate in Ottignies

    This leisure park set in a stunning natural area in the province of Walloon Brabant promises a wonderful day out. Just 30 minutes from Brussels, the Bois des Rêves, at the very heart of a forest, offers a wide range of activities for the whole family.
  • The Domaine de Bérinzenne and the Maison de la Nature (Spa)
    Spa

    The Domaine de Bérinzenne and the Maison de la Nature (Spa)

    Nestled at the heart of the forests near Spa, by the Fagne de Malchamps, this estate opens its spaces to the public: a panoramic tower, a tree planted park with a pond and picnic area. It is also home to the Musée de la Forêt et des Eaux and to the CRIE.
  • Laser Game at the Eau d'Heure lakes
    Boussu-lez-Walcourt

    Laser Game at the Eau d'Heure lakes

    Set by the Eau d'Heure dam, Laser Game is an interactive adventure game dedicated to laser fun. Perfect with family or colleagues!
  • The Aulne Abbey
    Discover the history of the Aulne Abbey, in Gozée, and the life of its Cistercian monks.
    Thuin

    The Aulne Abbey

    The ruins of the Cistercian Aulne Abbey are nestled on the right bank of the Sambre, in a place beautifully called "Vallée de la Paix" or Valley of peace. The atmosphere is indeed very soothing and calls for a pleasant walk.
  • Wildtrails Basecamp in Jupille-sur-Ourthe: water sports and adventures
    Wildtrails - Jupille - Rendeux
    Rendeux

    Wildtrails Basecamp in Jupille-sur-Ourthe: water sports and adventures

    Fun, comfortable, stable, 100 ecological: quad bikes are all-terrain vehicles on four wheels accessible to all. Perfect for an outdoor adventure with friends, colleagues or family.
  • Adventure Valley Durbuy: the largest adventure park in Belgium
    Durbuy

    Adventure Valley Durbuy: the largest adventure park in Belgium

    Near Durbuy, known as the smallest town in the world, awaits the Adventure Valley Durbuy, the largest adventure park in Belgium.
  • Aqua Mundo: a fantastic water park in Vielsalm
    Vielsalm

    Aqua Mundo: a fantastic water park in Vielsalm

    Aqua Mundo is a fantastic water park in the Center Parcs Les Ardennes (Vielsalm), perfect for a fun and relaxing day.
  • Parc Accrobranche Dinant Aventure: a tree top challenge
    Woman admiring the view over the Dinant Aventure park from a rope bridge
    Dinant

    Parc Accrobranche Dinant Aventure: a tree top challenge

    The Parc de Dinant Aventure, which overlooks the Lesse and Meuse valleys, offers thrilling adventures in a stunning natural setting.
  • Villers Abbey, part of Wallonia's exceptional cultural heritage
    Aerial view of Villers-la-Ville abbey in Belgium
    Villers-la-Ville

    Villers Abbey, part of Wallonia's exceptional cultural heritage

    The Villers Abbey, built in 1146, now in ruins is a stunning witness of how the Cistercian Monks lived. The site is considered one of the most complete in Europe as it features remains of all the buildings used daily.
  • Stavelot Abbey: an centre of culture in the province of Liège
    Stavelot

    Stavelot Abbey: an centre of culture in the province of Liège

    Stavelot Abbey, a Benedictine abbey funded in 651, is a fascinating historical site featuring 3 amazing museums and archaeological  finds, each taking you on amazing cultural journeys.
  • Notre-Dame d'Orval Abbey: a religious and gourmet visit
    Orval
    Villers-devant-Orval

    Notre-Dame d'Orval Abbey: a religious and gourmet visit

    Founded in 1132, Notre-Dame of Orval is one of the most remarkable Cistercian abbeys in Belgium. This historical location is still home to a bustling community of monks and even... a Trappist brewery.
  • "Le Crocodile Rouge" - a surprising amphibious bus at the Eau d'Heure lakes
    Boussu-lez-Walcourt

    "Le Crocodile Rouge" - a surprising amphibious bus at the Eau d'Heure lakes

    Exploring the Eau d'Heure Lakes (the largest water complex in Belgium) on the back of a red crocodile, in fact an amphibious bus: now there is an idea to ta
  • Reconnect with nature at the Chevetogne Estate
    Discover the Domaine Provincial De Chevetogne in Ciney
    Chevetogne

    Reconnect with nature at the Chevetogne Estate

    The Domaine Provincial de Chevetogne, which stretches over 550 hectares, is sure to delight you with its many surprises throughout its green spaces and its many creative activities.
  • Les Anes de François: donkey rides in Gembloux
    Bossière

    Les Anes de François: donkey rides in Gembloux

    Nature guide François will take you on a guided donkey ride in Bossière, between Gembloux and Namur: a wonderful way to slow down and really enjoy the landscapes around you... Perfect for adults and children!
  • Coo Adventure, an outdoor activity centre in Ardenne
    Stavelot

    Coo Adventure, an outdoor activity centre in Ardenne

    The Coo Adventure outdoor centre guarantees a fun and thrilling day in the Ardenne. Nature, smiles and adrenaline rushes will be on the program.
  • Eau d'Heure lakes | The biggest lake complex in Belgium
    Boussu-Lez-Walcourt

    Eau d'Heure lakes | The biggest lake complex in Belgium

    The Eau d'Heure 5 artificial lakes, are a stunning preserved natural area and the largest nautical space in Belgium.
  • L'Aquascope: a nature reserve near Chimay
    Virelles

    L'Aquascope: a nature reserve near Chimay

    The Aquascope offers visitors quite fantastic adventures - from discovering the most beautiful pond in Wallonia to tree tops...
  • The Sainte-Waudru collegiate church
    Mons

    The Sainte-Waudru collegiate church

    The treasury at the Saint Waudru collegiate church in Mons houses a beautiful collection of silver and gold religious icons: statues, paintings and ancient manuscripts dating from the 12th-19th centuries. The church is built in Gothic style Brabant from the 15th to the 17th centuries, with splendid alabaster statues of
  • RIVEO: the River Interpretative Centre in Hotton
    A dragonfly sits on a flower
    Hotton

    RIVEO: the River Interpretative Centre in Hotton

    Located in the province of Luxembourg, between Durbuy and La Roche, the RIVEO Interpretative Centre features unexpected finds, all themed around rivers and their biodiversity.
  • Schaltin: donkey rides in the province of Namur
    Hamois

    Schaltin: donkey rides in the province of Namur

    Created in October 2018, Flâneries organises nature activities and donkey rides in the countryside. Perfect as a romantic or family day out.
  • The Brasserie du Val Dieu and its abbey (Aubel)
    Aubel

    The Brasserie du Val Dieu and its abbey (Aubel)

    The Cistercian abbey of Val Dieu is a major site for pilgrimage and traditional Belgian beers in Belgium.
  • Agimont Adventure: a leisure park by a medieval castle
    A dragonfly sits on a flower
    Agimont

    Agimont Adventure: a leisure park by a medieval castle

    There is much to do by the medieval castle of Agimont: paintball, airsoft, adventure park but also rope challenge, death-ride, abseiling, bungy jumping... all led by experienced instructors. Thrills guaranteed!
  • Les Compagnons des Prés | Donkey rides
    Floreffe

    Les Compagnons des Prés | Donkey rides

    Les Compagnons des Prés association in Floreffe aims at included people with handicaps in its various activities. To do so it organises a series of workshops and outings every summer meant for them to enjoy.
  • Conchibois Lake: water fun and leisure in Gaume
    Saint-Léger

    Conchibois Lake: water fun and leisure in Gaume

    Nestled in a green little haven in Saint-Léger (Gaume), the lake of Conchibois offers activities for the whole family - including swimming in high-quality water.
  • Saint Paul’s Cathedral (Liège)
    Low-angled view of the top of Saint-Paul's Cathedral in Liège with a flowering tree
    Liège

    Saint Paul’s Cathedral (Liège)

    Built in the 10th century, Saint Paul collegiate church will be upgraded to the rank of cathedral in the 19th century, following the destruction of Saint Lambert cathedral during the French revolution.
  • The Pécrot pond, a fishing site near Grez-Doiceau
    Grez-Doiceau

    The Pécrot pond, a fishing site near Grez-Doiceau

    This stunning 5 hectares pond, listed by Natura 2000, is located in Pécrot in the Brabant part of the Ardenne.
  • The Domaine du lac de Cherapont | Fishing and swimming in Gouvy
    Gouvy

    The Domaine du lac de Cherapont | Fishing and swimming in Gouvy

    Just 5 minutes from the Duchy of Luxembourg and the Eastern Cantons, the Domaine du Lac de Cherapont (Gouvy, Hautes Ardennes) is ideally located for fantastic days out.
  • Donkey rides at Le Pré aux Ânes (Lierneux)
    Lierneux

    Donkey rides at Le Pré aux Ânes (Lierneux)

    Enjoy a donkey ride (saddled or with a carriage) in the Province of Liège for a few hours, a day or a full weekend. Both the animals and the guests are sure to enjoy the beauty of the Ardenne countryside.
  • A delightful nature walk in a wetland area | Lomprez
    Wellin

    A delightful nature walk in a wetland area | Lomprez

    Near the village of Welin, the Natagora nature space offers a short - but delightful - walk in a wetland area, where the Ave stream overflows.
  • The Julienne estate in Visé: woodlands, ponds and streams
    Domaine de la Julienne in Visé - small wooden bridge - ponds, stream and woods
    Visé

    The Julienne estate in Visé: woodlands, ponds and streams

    The Julienne estate stretches over 80 hectares by the stunning castle of Argenteau offers a wonderful day out with children or friends. This incredible green space includes woodlands, ponds and a leisure centre.
  • Lake Warfaaz | Near Spa
    Spa

    Lake Warfaaz | Near Spa

    Fishermen, nature and pedal boat lovers are sure to enjoy the lake of Warfaaz, near Spa.
  • Trout fishing in Bra-sur-Lienne (Ardenne)
    Lierneux

    Trout fishing in Bra-sur-Lienne (Ardenne)

    The Bra-sur-Lienne fishery near Lierneux (Ardenne) is ideal to fish trout.
  • Notre-Dame de Huy collegiate church and its treasury
    Huy

    Notre-Dame de Huy collegiate church and its treasury

    Listed as outstanding heritage of Wallonia, the Notre Dame and Saint Domitien collegiate church in Huy took over 200 years to build, all in remarkable Gothic style.
  • Le Mont des ânes: donkey rides through the Ardenne
    Mormont

    Le Mont des ânes: donkey rides through the Ardenne

    Enjoy the pretty paths going through the Ardenne with a donkey who will be carrying your luggage​​​. The adventure starts in Mormont, near Erezée. Children aged 6 and above can join the fun.
  • La Vallée du Lac | A leisure centre in Neufchâteau
    Neufchâteau

    La Vallée du Lac | A leisure centre in Neufchâteau

    La Vallée du Lac is a fantastic leisure centre in Neufchâteau (Province of Luxembourg).
  • Visit the former quarry of Obourg
    Mons

    Visit the former quarry of Obourg

    The Maison des Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre invites you to enjoy a guided tour the quarry of Obourg (Mons), redeveloped as a natural, educational area. A nature guide will presen the local flora and fauna of this incredible ecosystem: wild orchids, gulls, deer... live by the limestone cliffs.
  • L'île Robinson: a relaxing island on the Meuse
    Visé

    L'île Robinson: a relaxing island on the Meuse

    The Ile Robinson, on the Meuse river (near Liège), dates back to 1870. At the time just a stop for touristic boats, this island was redeveloped in the 30s as a leisure site open all year round. Play areas for children, sports activities, boat club, Palais de la danse et de la musique, guinguette... make it a lovely pla
  • The Buston woodlands and ponds (Walloon Brabant)
    Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve

    The Buston woodlands and ponds (Walloon Brabant)

    Take a stroll in these 5 hectares of woodland in Limette (near Ottignies/Louvain-la-Neuve in the Walloon Brabant). Perfect for a family day out!
  • The Coo waterfall (Province of Liège)
    Stavelot

    The Coo waterfall (Province of Liège)

    This waterfall, right at the heart of the village of Coo, is not only stunning: it also is the highest natural one in the whole of Belgium. The Amblève river falls down a full 15 metres height.
  • La Truite de Freux: organic fish farming in Saint-Hubert
    Freux

    La Truite de Freux: organic fish farming in Saint-Hubert

    Visit a unique, organic fish farm in Belgium and discover how trouts and Atlantic salmons are grown. This impressive estate in Libramont-Chevigny has no less than 30 ponds.
  • Jemappes communal park (Hainaut)
    A dragonfly sits on a flower
    Jemappes

    Jemappes communal park (Hainaut)

    This stunning park is only a few minutes walk away from the town centre of Jemappes, a sweet village in the Hainaut. Its 20 hectares are a pure invite for strolls.
  • The lake of Bambois and its gardens
    Lac de Bambois in Fosses-la-Ville, view on the terrace
    Fosses-la-Ville

    The lake of Bambois and its gardens

    The gardens of the Bambois lake, in Fosses-la-Ville, offer stunning green spaces. The site, listed ny Natura 2000, has much to offer: a bird observatory, boats to go fishing, discovery trails... You can even go wild swimming and enjoy 2 sandy beaches.
  • The lake of Genval and its yacht club
    Genval

    The lake of Genval and its yacht club

    This large stretch of water (18 hectares) stretches along the forest of Soignes, a mere 20 km of Brussels: quite a fantastic site and a pure invite to relax! It also is home to the Genval Yacht Club.
  • Maboge-Plage, beach and river swimming near La Roche-en-Ardenne
    Mâboge

    Maboge-Plage, beach and river swimming near La Roche-en-Ardenne

    Maboge, a charming forestry village near La Roche-en-Ardenne, has its own beach, open to all. Why not stop by and swim in the river and enjoy this peaceful, green setting? Maboge also is the perfect place to go kayaking down the Ourthe from.