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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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  • 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.
  • Explore the famous cave of the Domaine des Grottes de Han
    Han-sur-Lesse

    Explore the famous cave of the Domaine des Grottes de Han

    Come and explore the world-famous underground caves of Han-sur-Lesse, near Rochefort. The Michelin guide has awarded the site 3 stars in its travel guide fo Wallonia.
  • SILEX'S Mons: the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes
    Spiennes

    SILEX'S Mons: the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes

    Just 6 km from Mons, the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes or SILEX'S, listed by UNESCO, are well worth a visit...
  • 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.
  • The Neptune Caves, a natural gem in Couvin
    Couvin

    The Neptune Caves, a natural gem in Couvin

    Let the skills of nature as an artist amaze you once more... Sculpted by the 'Eau Noire' river 300 million years ago, the Neptune Caves, in Petigny, are one of Belgium's oldest underground cavities.
  • Step underground at the Cave of Comblain (near Liège)
    The Grotte de Comblain in Comblain-au-Pont
    Comblain-au-Pont

    Step underground at the Cave of Comblain (near Liège)

    The Grotte de Comblain, listed as an underground cavity of scientific interest, can be found in the Liège province, on the hills of the Comblain-au-Pont vil
  • The cave of Lorette in Rochefort: a remarkable natural heritage
    Rochefort

    The cave of Lorette in Rochefort: a remarkable natural heritage

    The Cave of Lorette, part of the Caves of Han domain, can be found in the province of Namur, only 300 m from the centre of Rochefort.
  • The citadel of Dinant, a fortress in the Meuse valley
    Dinant

    The citadel of Dinant, a fortress in the Meuse valley

    The citadel of Dinant promises an incredible day out. Retrace 900 years history and discover the Meuse valley in Belgium.
  • Eben-Emael fort: a WW2 memorial site
    Crossing of galleries within the largest fort in Belgium - Eben-Emael in Bassenge
    Eben-Emael

    Eben-Emael fort: a WW2 memorial site

    Back in 1940, the main obstacle facing the northern prong of the German attack on Belgium was the city of Liège, protected by a newly upgraded ring of 12 forts. The most formidable of these was Eben-Emael, 20 miles north-east of the city, which was designed to prevent a crossing of the River Meuse and the Albert Canal.
  • 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 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.
  • The Caves of Remouchamps, a natural gem in the province of Liège
    Sougné-Remouchamps

    The Caves of Remouchamps, a natural gem in the province of Liège

    The Grottes de Remouchamps, a natural gem in the province of Liège, have been open to the public since 182 and offer a boat ride on the Rubicon.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The Citadel of Namur and its fascinating network of underground galleries
    Namur

    The Citadel of Namur and its fascinating network of underground galleries

    Upon inspection of the Citadel, Napoleon labelled it as “Europe’s Termite Mound” due to its extensive network of underground passages. Discover 500m of restored passages with an immersive-guided tour that will take you to the heart of the history of the Citadel’s entrails, through sound and light.
  • The Caves of Hotton: a geological gem
    Hotton

    The Caves of Hotton: a geological gem

    Located in the province of Luxembourg, the Caves of Hotton are part of Wallonia's protected natural heritage: a real geological gem!
  • Take the Cramignon ferry and pass the border via the Meuse river
    Visé

    Take the Cramignon ferry and pass the border via the Meuse river

    Every year, 40,000 passengers take the Cramignon ferry to cross the Meuse between the Walloon village of Lanaye and the Dutch commune of Eijsden. A lovely way to discover the region.
  • The Scladina Cave | An archeologic site in the Ardenne
    Sclayn

    The Scladina Cave | An archeologic site in the Ardenne

    This excavation site, still active an open to the public, is one of the Prehistoric locations in Belgium.
  • Ardois'Alle | The mysterious world of slate quarries in Alle-sur-Semois
    Alle-sur-Semois

    Ardois'Alle | The mysterious world of slate quarries in Alle-sur-Semois

    Discover the exceptional setting of one of the last Belgian slate quarries.
  • La Merveilleuse, a grotto in Dinant
    Group exploring La Merveilleuse cave in Dinant
    Dinant

    La Merveilleuse, a grotto in Dinant

    Discovered in 1904, "La Merveilleuse" is considered one of the most beautiful grottos in Belgium.
  • See the Fiery City from the Meuse river with Liège Croisières
    A dragonfly sits on a flower
    Liège

    See the Fiery City from the Meuse river with Liège Croisières

    See the Fiery City from a different angle with Liège Croisières and their 3 boats.
  • Archaeological site of the Grottes de Goyet
    Families inside the cave observing the stalactites
    Gesves

    Archaeological site of the Grottes de Goyet

    .The Caves of Goyet constitute an exceptional archaeological site in Belgium tjust a few kilometres from the city of Namur ..
  • Fort de Pontisse | Near Liège
    Herstal

    Fort de Pontisse | Near Liège

    Built in 1888 by General Henri-Alexis Brialmont, Fort Pontisse is one of the twelve forts that made up the Fortified Position of Liège.
  • The Trou des Fées in Virton: a magical location
    Virton

    The Trou des Fées in Virton: a magical location

    Well known by the locals, these exceptional caves feature in many legends linkeds to D’jean dMady but also to the Gaume fairies.
  • 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.
  • The cable ferry in Waulsort will help you travel in time
    A boat crossing the Meuse river in Waulsort
    Waulsort

    The cable ferry in Waulsort will help you travel in time

    To cross from one bank to another in Walsort, you can use a ferry. Not any ferry, the very last traditional
  • The Recht slate quarry
    Recht

    The Recht slate quarry

    In this spectacular quarry, visitors can admire the impressively high rooms where the local Recht slate was mined. The 800 m long trail includes an observation bridge offering a memorable panorama on the site.
  • Huy fortress and memorial
    Huy

    Huy fortress and memorial

    While visiting the region of Huy, make sure to visit this fort, a real memorial to the second world war. Its museum retraces its history as a concentration camp.
  • The wood hills of the Citadel of Liège: nature at the heart of the fiery city
    View of Liège and floweing trees from the hillsides of the Citadel of Liège
    Liège

    The wood hills of the Citadel of Liège: nature at the heart of the fiery city

    Located within the citadel, these wood hills are an unexpected urban haven, ideal for peaceful walks and nature lovers. This unique natural and material heritage, 80 hectares in total, has been awarded 3 stars in the Michelin travel guide.
  • The Spy cave, an exceptional paleolithic site
    Man of Spy at the entrance of the cave
    Jemeppe-Sur-Sambre

    The Spy cave, an exceptional paleolithic site

    Follow the steps of your Neandertal ancestors in the Grotte de Spy, near Namur.
  • Mini cruises between the Aulne abbey and Thuin on a narrowboat
    Fontaine-l'Evêque

    Mini cruises between the Aulne abbey and Thuin on a narrowboat

    Always fancied a cruise on a narrowboat? Join the captain of the Gavroche (mear the prestigious abbey of Aulne, 10 km of Charleroi and 30 km from France) for a fantastic time on the river. The boat, painted in cheerful colours, offers a wonderful way to admire the villages of Landelies, Erquelinnes, Thuin, Lobbes...
  • 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!
  • Visit the Fort of Flémalle, witness of two world wars
    Flémalle

    Visit the Fort of Flémalle, witness of two world wars

    The Fort of Flémalle, a few kilometres from Liège, was witness to fierce fighting during the first and second world war. The building, now open to visitors, reveals the daily life of the soldiers stationed there and its tragic history.
  • Philippeville underground passages
    Philippeville

    Philippeville underground passages

    In 1656, Vauban redeveloped the Philippeville Fortress on Louis XIV's request. He strengthened the site's defences, emphasising its star shape. Part of the underground network created then remains and can be visited.
  • Floreffe caves
    Château des grottes - Floreffe
    Floreffe

    Floreffe caves

    The story starts in 1860, when Emile Henkinbrant starts digging the foundations of his neomedieval astle. Never did he expect to stumble onto a stunning kastic phenomena, complete with fascinating rooms and 800 m of underground galleries