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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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  • 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...
  • Walibi Belgium theme park: a fun family day
    Wavre

    Walibi Belgium theme park: a fun family day

    One of the most famous theme parks in Belgium! Their mascot, a kangaroo, welcomes families at the entrance to guide them through the many attractions. A new area, Exotic world, has opened this year.
  • "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
  • 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.
  • The Musée de la Boverie: fine arts and exhibitions in Liège
    Musée de la Boverie in Liège: fine arts and exhibitions
    Liège

    The Musée de la Boverie: fine arts and exhibitions in Liège

    Visit La Boverie, an iconic cultural site in Liège: both an art museum and an international exhibition space.
  • La Maison Darcis a chocolate shop and museum in Verviers
    Verviers

    La Maison Darcis a chocolate shop and museum in Verviers

    Jean-Philippe Darcis, Belgian chocolate ambassador and pioneer of the macaron in Belgium, welcomes you in his chocolate museum in Verviers. There you will retrace the origins and history of this fantastic treat through a chocolate trail.
  • Plugstreet 14-18 Experience in Comines-Warneton
    Ploegsteert

    Plugstreet 14-18 Experience in Comines-Warneton

    Want to know more about the first world war in Wallonia? Visit the Plugstreet 14-18 experience, by the British Memorial in Ploegsteert.
  • 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.
  • Bastogne War Museum: a WW2 commemorative centre
    Bastogne

    Bastogne War Museum: a WW2 commemorative centre

    This cultural centre, dedicated to the second world war, offers an incredible immersion into the Battle of the Bulge. 4 characters, civilians and soldiers, guide the visitors through the galleries, sharing their story as they go along. An interactive, modern presentation sure to wow children and adults alike.
  • 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.
  • ReGare, Fosse la Ville interpretation centre
    Fosses-La-Ville

    ReGare, Fosse la Ville interpretation centre

    ReGare, the interpretation centre dedicated to local and regional heritage, unveils all about the folk festivals of Fosses-la-Ville!
  • Guillaume Apollinaire museum at Stavelot Abbey
    Exhibition room with texts by Guillaume Apollinaire and photos
    Stavelot

    Guillaume Apollinaire museum at Stavelot Abbey

    The Guillaume Apollinaire museum retraces the stay of the poet in the region.
  • Malagne, the Archéopark presenting our ancestors: the Gauls
    Rochefort

    Malagne, the Archéopark presenting our ancestors: the Gauls

    Travel back to Gallo-Roman times! In this archeopark, between gardens and vegetable patches, you will have a chance to be a blacksmith, a potter, a baker... A wonderful immersive, historical experience.
  • Kayak down the Ourthe with Les Remous
    Hamoir

    Kayak down the Ourthe with Les Remous

    Come and kayak on the Ourthe, between Barvaux-Bomal-Hamoir and Comblain-au-Pont, in a friendly atmosphere. 1, 2 or 3-seat kayaks are available.
  • Préhistomuseum de Ramioul | A journey to Cro-Magnon man's time
    Flémalle

    Préhistomuseum de Ramioul | A journey to Cro-Magnon man's time

    Imagination is the wonder of children. In Wallonia, they can embody different personas on their travel adventures and transport the adults with them... At Prehistomuseum Adventure Park in Ramioul, you can channel your inner Flintstone as you try your hand at spar throwing or get comfortable in a cave. It's a place to m
  • BPS22, one of the largest art museums in the province of Hainaut
    Glass doors of the entrance to BPS22, the Art Museum of the Province of Hainaut
    Charleroi

    BPS22, one of the largest art museums in the province of Hainaut

    The BPS22, one of the largest art museums in Wallonia, stands out with its stunning architecture: an industrial glass and iron casing, built in 1911. Its fascinating program of exhibitions and activities make it an iconic stop for all culture lovers in Charleroi.
  • The Chemin de Fer du Bocq touristic train
    Spontin (Yvoir)

    The Chemin de Fer du Bocq touristic train

    The Chemin de Fer du Bocq is a touristic train going along the "Luxembourg rail line" between Ciney and Purnode (Yvoir).
  • The Centre for Engravings and Prints in La Louvière
    La Louvière

    The Centre for Engravings and Prints in La Louvière

    The Centre for Engravings and Prints is a place for encounters, creation and research, dedicated solely to contemporary prints...
  • The Ferme du Caillou, Napoleon's last headquarters before Waterloo
    Woman standing in front of a display case featuring historical object from 1815
    Vieux-Genappe

    The Ferme du Caillou, Napoleon's last headquarters before Waterloo

    The museum retraces, though a clever scenography, the night spent here by Napoleon, just before the Battle of Waterloo. The scenography recreates the atmosphere of the Emperor's headquarters through a clever setting and a selection of objects dating back to 1815.
  • The Claire-Fontaine leisure centre in Godarville
    Chapelle-lez-Herlaimont

    The Claire-Fontaine leisure centre in Godarville

    The Domaine de la Claire-Fontaine in Godarville has activities for the whole family. Swimming, adventures, sport, fishing but also relaxing ones...
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Folon Foundation: a museum and exhibitions at the Château de La Hulpe
    Foutain - Sculpture Jean-Michel Folon with an umbrella and two children in the background
    La Hulpe

    Folon Foundation: a museum and exhibitions at the Château de La Hulpe

    Belgian artist Folon presents over 500 art works in the the Castle of La Hulpe's farm, just 20 minutes from Brussels,
  • 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.
  • Maison du Patrimoine Médiéval Mosan | Dinant
    Mosan - Medieval Heritage House in Dinant
    Bouvignes

    Maison du Patrimoine Médiéval Mosan | Dinant

    Immerse yourself in the eventful history of the Mosan Valley thanks to the Mosan medieval heritage house. Dsiover Mosane life in Dinant.
  • 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.
  • François Duesberg museum (Mons)
    Mons

    François Duesberg museum (Mons)

    Located in the former premises of the National Bank of Belgium, opposite the Sainte-Waudru collegiate church, this museum offers a fascinating insight in the life of French society from the reign of Louis XVI to the Restoration. Dedicated to decorative art, its collections feature quite unusual, if not rare, pieces.
  • 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.
  • Tournai Fine Arts Museum
    Tournai

    Tournai Fine Arts Museum

    The current Museum of Fine Arts was born from the genius of Art Nouveau architecture, Victor Horta.
  • The fascinating megaliths of Wéris
    Standing stones in Weris along a stroll in pays de Herve
    Wéris

    The fascinating megaliths of Wéris

    The rows of megaliths in Wéris add a surreal touch to the landscape. Such a sight is so unexpected… and yet, they have been placed there 3,000 years BC.
  • CoSMos | The salmon's odyssey in Erezée
    RIVEO aquarium
    Érezée

    CoSMos | The salmon's odyssey in Erezée

    Once quite abundant in the Ourthe, salmon had in 1935 entirely disappeared from our waterways. A passionate team is now working at reintroducing the species back into our rivers. Discover this fascinating odyssey in Erezée, just 10 km from RIVEO (Hotton)
  • 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 Musée du Petit Format d’Art Contemporain in Viroinval
    Children visiting the Musée du Petit Format d'Art Contemporain in Nismes in the province of Hainaut
    Nismes

    The Musée du Petit Format d’Art Contemporain in Viroinval

    In Viroinval, the Musée du Petit Format d’Art Contemporain welcomes you in an intimate atmosphere. It invites you to discover the richness of its collection made up of donations by international artists participating in the Petit Format de Papier biennial.
  • Pouhon Pierre le Grand de SPA, Immersia et Joan Mirò
    Spa

    Pouhon Pierre le Grand de SPA, Immersia et Joan Mirò

    The splendid 1880 Pouhon Pierre le Grand, offers you "Spa Experience" a 360 degree film and a permanent Joan Mirò.art collection.
  • 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 Strépy-Thieu funicular lift, a river gem in Wallonia
    Discover the Strépy-Thieu funicular lift, dominating the Canal du centre
    La Louvière

    The Strépy-Thieu funicular lift, a river gem in Wallonia

    Located on the Canal du Centre, the Strépy-Thieu funicular lift is the largest boat lift and its 73.15 metres incline is the largest in the world. An absolute must see if you are travelling through the Hainaut region.
  • 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 d'Hélécine | Walloon Brabant region
    Castle of the Domaine provincial d'Hélécine in Walloon Brabant, Belgium
    Hélécine

    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.
  • Kayak down the Ourthe with Adventure Valley Durbuy
    Kayak down the Ourthe with Adventure Valley Durbuy
    Durbuy

    Kayak down the Ourthe with Adventure Valley Durbuy

    A memorable day in the world's smallest town whether on your own, with friends of family: travel down the Ourthe on a mono or double kayak.
  • Western-City: the American West at the heart of the Ardenne
    Chaudfontaine

    Western-City: the American West at the heart of the Ardenne

    Cowboys, Indians, Sheriff, saloon: get ready to explore the American West in Chaudfontaine.
  • Ardenne Aventures: fun activities in La Roche en Ardenne
    La Roche-en-Ardenne

    Ardenne Aventures: fun activities in La Roche en Ardenne

    Kayak down the Ourthe at your own pace and enjoy being surrounded by nature. This activity can be done all year round (special equipment in winter). Choose from one or 2 seat kayaks.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Tournai Natural History Museum and Vivarium
    Tournai

    Tournai Natural History Museum and Vivarium

    The Natural History Museum in Tournai, Belgium, features rich collections and a vivarium. Its 19th century setting has been wonderfully preserved.
  • The museum retracing the 1815 battle... from Wellington's point of view
    Memorial tourism - The Wellington Museum in Waterloo
    Waterloo

    The museum retracing the 1815 battle... from Wellington's point of view

    This museum, once an inn, served as headquarters to the Duke of Wellington the night of June 17th, 1815. Right before the famous battle of Waterloo...
  • Pairi Daiza, a unique zoological park in Brugelette
    View of the giraffes from the belvedere in Pairi Daiza
    Brugelette

    Pairi Daiza, a unique zoological park in Brugelette

    Taking a stroll through Pairi Daiza feels like a journey around the world... The World Garden takes transports you to every continent in turn, with the opportunity to admire animals as you walk. No wonder Pairi Daiza was voted best zoo in Europe for the past few years.
  • The Bois du Cazier and its heaps: a remarkable memorial site
    Building on the Bois du Cazier site in Marcinelle
    Charleroi

    The Bois du Cazier and its heaps: a remarkable memorial site

    Listed by UNESCO as one of the major mining sites in Wallonia, the Bois du Cazier is a particularly touching memorial. Located South of Charleroi, this preserved industrial heritage site stretches along 26 hectares. A remarkable orientation trail has been designed to present its 3 heaps and architectural features.
  • Mundaneum de Mons | Centre d'archives et espace muséal
    Come and learn about the world at the Mudaneum in Mons
    Mons

    Mundaneum de Mons | Centre d'archives et espace muséal

    The Mundaneum is an exceptional archive centre and exhibition space in Mons, known to hold 12 million bibliographic records. Le Monde describes it as the Paper Google and the New York Times as The Web Time Forgot.