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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 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.
  • Modave Castle and its exceptional gardens
    The Château de Modave fountains and gardens
    Modave

    Modave Castle and its exceptional gardens

    The Modave castle, listed as major cultural heritage of Wallonia, is well worth the detour. Built on a rocky hill in the province of Liège, it is said to date back to the Middle Ages.
  • Château de Franchimont: a medieval fortress in Theux
    Ruins of the Château de Franchimont decorated with medieval standards
    Theux

    Château de Franchimont: a medieval fortress in Theux

    Built in the 11th century on a rock that dominates three valleys in the north of Ardenne, the Château de Franchimont is an major archaeological site in Theux, sure to delight history lovers. Don't miss its museum!
  • Freÿr-sur-Meuse castle and its gardens (Hastière)
    View of the park and its orange trees at the Château de Freÿr in Hastière
    Hastière

    Freÿr-sur-Meuse castle and its gardens (Hastière)

    Freÿr sur Meuse, a Renaissance castle with stunning gardens, is part of Wallonia's protected architectural heritage.
  • 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.
  • Château de Chimay: an interactive and historical visit
    Chimay

    Château de Chimay: an interactive and historical visit

    This superb castle, more than a 1,000 years old, is near the Scourmont abbey which makes the Trappist Chimay beer.
  • The Château de Beloeil estate
    Come and explore the Château de Beloeil and its park in the province of Hainaut
    Beloeil

    The Château de Beloeil estate

    Visit the Château de Beloeil and discover its vast art collection, its library and its exceptional garden. An essential historical heritage in the province of Hainaut!
  • 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.
  • Annevoie water gardens | Meuse Valley
    Annevoie-Rouillon

    Annevoie water gardens | Meuse Valley

    Discover these amazing gardens, created 250 years ago and considered one of Wallonia's cultural treasures. How could anyone resist taking a stroll between the fountains, waterfalls, ponds and stunning combination of French, Italian and English style gardens?
  • 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.
  • Enjoy a river cruise with Croisières Namur
    Namur

    Enjoy a river cruise with Croisières Namur

    A cruise is one of the most wonderful ways to admire the Haute Meuse and its stunning landscapes... Get on board, the meeting point is near the Pont de Jambes in Namur.
  • River cruises and houseboat rentals on the Meuse with Dinant Evasion
    Narrowboat, no license required, on the Meuse river in Dinant
    Dinant

    River cruises and houseboat rentals on the Meuse with Dinant Evasion

    Fancy discovering the Haute-Meuse differently? Dinant Evasion offers a choice of 2 cruises on the river, starting from Dinant.
  • Compagnie des Croisières Mosanes, river cruises in Dinant
    Discover Dinant, in the province of Namur, with a boat cruise on the Meuse
    Dinant

    Compagnie des Croisières Mosanes, river cruises in Dinant

    All aboard for one of the most beautiful river cruises on the Meuse! Come and discover the Haute-Meuse region and its stunning landscapes.
  • Rochefort Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne, nature and cultural heritage
    Outside view of the Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne and its gardens
    Lavaux-Sainte-Anne

    Rochefort Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne, nature and cultural heritage

    The castle of Lavaux-Saint-Anne, its three museums, its park and gardens in the province of Namur are sure to enchant the whole family.
  • Château de Jehay | Amay
    Amay

    Château de Jehay | Amay

    Located in the province of Liège, the Château de Jehay offers a remarkable architecture, unique in Europe. This impressive historical building, surrounded by moats, seems to appear as if by magic as you walk past the forest.
  • 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.
  • Reinhardstein castle | Ovifat
    Aerial photo of Reinhardstein Castle
    Ovifat

    Reinhardstein castle | Ovifat

    Nestled in the eastern townships of the Haute s Fagnes, this castle from the 14th century overlooks Ovifat from the top of its peak.
  • Bouillon castle: a medieval gem in Wallonia
    Watch a falconry demonstration at the Bouillon castle
    Bouillon

    Bouillon castle: a medieval gem in Wallonia

    Built on three rock pitons overlooking the Semois river, the Bouillon Castle is a remarkable monument in the province of Luxembourg, retracing almost a thousand years of history and military architecture.
  • The Château de Seneffe, its estate and its Silverware Museum
    Seneffe

    The Château de Seneffe, its estate and its Silverware Museum

    The Château de Seneffe estate and its Museum feature one of Belgium's most important silverware collections.
  • The Château de Logne castle and museum: a medieval day in Vieuxville
    Vieuxville

    The Château de Logne castle and museum: a medieval day in Vieuxville

    Located within easy reach of Durbuy, the castle and museum of Logne are sure to delight the family.
  • The hydraulic boat lifts of the Canal du Centre
    Houdeng-Goegnies

    The hydraulic boat lifts of the Canal du Centre

    Situated in the province of Hainaut, these 4 hydraulic lifts, built beginning of the XIXth century, are standing monuments to the Belgian Industrial revolution. These timeless masterpieces, listed by UNESCO, can be visited.
  • 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...
  • Château de Louvignies | Soignies
    Chaussée-Notre-Dame-Louvignies

    Château de Louvignies | Soignies

    Set in the countryside, only a few kilometres from Soignies in the province of Hainaut, the Château de Louvignies awaits.
  • River cruises in Huy with Val Mosan
    Huy

    River cruises in Huy with Val Mosan

    Get on board the Val Mosan in Huy and discover the Meuse valley from a different angle... This touristic boat invites you, between May and September, for a one hour cruise. Perfect with friends and family.
  • La Roche-en-Ardenne castle ruins
    Come and visit the feudal castle of La Roche-en-Ardenne
    La Roche-en-Ardenne

    La Roche-en-Ardenne castle ruins

    Overlooking La Roche-en-Ardenne and the Ourthe river, the ruins of the feudal castle offer an unprecedented journey to the 9th century. This historic visit, nestled in the province of Luxembourg, can also be enjoyed through the many events organised year round.
  • The Jardins d'Ô in Nismes
    Jardins d'O in Nismes: an ecological adventure aboard an electric boat
    Nismes

    The Jardins d'Ô in Nismes

    The Viroin valley, with its picture-perfect landscapes, offers a wonderful selection of nature walks. Among these are the Jardins d’Ô, a pure invite to relax.
  • 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.
  • The Château de Celles: a fairytale castle in Vêves
    Come and visit the Château de Celles-Vêves
    Houyet

    The Château de Celles: a fairytale castle in Vêves

    With its magnificent towers and beautiful wood panels, the Château de Vêves offers a magical visit. Listed as exceptional heritage of Wallonia, this medieval building is considered one of the most beautiful in Belgium.
  • Park of the Château d'Hélécine | Walloon Brabant region
    Castle of the Domaine provincial d'Hélécine in Walloon Brabant, Belgium
    Hélécine

    Park of the Château d'Hélécine | Walloon Brabant region

    Halfway between Brussels and Liège, this estate is home to an 18th century Neoclassical castle and a stunning park.
  • Domaine de Mirwart: an immersion in nature near Saint-Hubert
    Saint-Hubert

    Domaine de Mirwart: an immersion in nature near Saint-Hubert

    This stunning estate near Saint-Hubert offers nature-lovers a wealth of green spaces, stretching over 1,350 hectares. The two streams, lined with willows and maple trees are perfect excuses for walks and picnics.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • The fortress of Montaigle ruins
    Onhaye

    The fortress of Montaigle ruins

    At the confluence of the Flavion and the Molignée, stand the remains of the medieval fortress of Montaigle once a count's residence. Its Archaeological Museum is well worth a visit.
  • The Namourette boat on the Meuse and Sambre rivers (Namur)
    Typical boats of Namur known as Namourettes, moored at the marina
    Jambes

    The Namourette boat on the Meuse and Sambre rivers (Namur)

    Discover the pleasure of cruising through the traffic in Namur effortlessly - join the Namourettes for a boat ride on the Sambre and the Meuse rivers!
  • 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.
  • Domaine provincial de Wégimont: a leisure park in Soumagne
    Soumagne

    Domaine provincial de Wégimont: a leisure park in Soumagne

    This charming leisure center is nestled in a 22 hectares park planted with trees and flowers, near the Herve plateau.
  • 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).
  • 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 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.
  • The château de la petite Flémalle and its park
    Flémalle

    The château de la petite Flémalle and its park

    In the province of Liège, the Château de la Petite Flémal gives free access, all year round, to its park and gardens. This setting, throughout the seasons, is ideal for a stroll and recharging your batteries.
  • Château de l'Avouerie d'Anthisnes | Beer and Pékèt museum
    Anthisnes

    Château de l'Avouerie d'Anthisnes | Beer and Pékèt museum

    L’Avouerie, former residence of the Hauts Voués, opens the doors of its 17th century castle and museum dedicated to beer and pékèt.
  • See Liège from the Meuse river with the city's river shuttle
    Liège

    See Liège from the Meuse river with the city's river shuttle

    Take a different look at Liège with a river cruise on the Meuse... Taking place between April and October, these allow you to go from one iconic location to the next in the Fiery City at a mere 1€ per stop.
  • Fishing and relaxing at the ponds of Stavelot
    Stavelot

    Fishing and relaxing at the ponds of Stavelot

    The former ponds of the Stavelot Abbey are now a peaceful nature reserve and a real paradise for fishermen...
  • 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.
  • Burg-Reuland castle
    Burg-Reuland

    Burg-Reuland castle

    Visit one of the largest and most beautiful fortresses in the Ardenne, the castle of Reuland, nestled in an exceptional green setting. Take a stroll through the ruins and the renovated 9th century building. Even Emperor Charlemagne stayed there.
  • The lake of Louvain-la-Neuve, the green lung of the university town
    Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve

    The lake of Louvain-la-Neuve, the green lung of the university town

    The lake of Louvain-la-Neuve, 7 hectares wide, was created in 1984 as a storm basin and fishing pond. A path invites visitors to walk around it.
  • The Cussignière marshes, a unique site in the Gaume region
    Baranzy

    The Cussignière marshes, a unique site in the Gaume region

    The Cussignière marshes stretch over a vast plain between the Batte river and the Cussigny stream in Lorraine.