To get to know Charleroi, make sure to visit the surrounding area

Majestic, impressive with its 240 running meters of facade, Charleroi Town Hall, inaugurated on October 18, 1936, is the work of the architect Joseph André.

his belfry, part of Charleroi's City Hall, was designed by architect Joseph André in 1936. A perfect combination of classicism and art deco in architecture, it was built of blue and white stone as well as bricks.

This chapel, commissioned by Louis XIV and dedicated to Saint Louis, was worked on in 1722. It thereafter paid tribute to Saint Christophe.

The Palais des Beaux Arts in Charleroi offers a rich, varied program of theatre, classical music, serious and light entertainment, dance, modern circus.

In Charleroi, the Charlerooms recreational center has designed unique escape games in which players are completely immersed in a real story: indoor and outdoor escape games, ephemeral events, murder parties, treasure hunts, treasure hunts...

This large building is quite noticeable when exploring Charleroi. A former barrack for infantry, Trésignie now is home to a museum dedicated to the brave regiment of the Chasseurs à Pied.

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.

Le Vecteur is a cultural centre in Charleroi, located in the former settings of the Vaudeville Theatre.

Located in the centre of Charleroi, the Musée des Beaux-Arts offers works by Belgian artists from the 19th century to the present day.

Welcome to the Manufacture Urbaine, a fantastic location dedicated to sharing which opened in 2017 in the heart of Charleroi. Its unique trendy, industrial decor is home to a brasserie serving tasty dishes and local brews.

Gemotions crates modern scavenger hunts. All you need is a mobile phone: riddles and challenges will be sent by text, a fun way to discover a city, a secret gem, a park, a museum... You can also create your own trail on their website.

Listed by UNESCO, the ways of Saint James are world famous. The one rule? The adventure starts from your doorstep and finishes in Santiago (Spain). Pilgrims, of course have favourited specific routes through time, with no less than 7 going through Wallonia. Follow the blue and yellow signs featuring a scallop shells...

Charleroi was once named by a Dutch suvey "the ugliest city in the world"... To fight that reputation, a passionate citizen created an urban safari: a wonderful way to (re)discover the buildings and characters who made this post-industrial city famous.

Rockerill is an urban center dedicated to popular, social and alternative cultures in Charleroi.  This industrial heritage built in the 19th century now is a remarkable example of the city's renewal.

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.

The Glass Museum, at the Bois du Cazier in Marcinelle, retraces five thousand years of art, history and technology.

The Musée de l'Industrie, in the Bois du Cazier, South of Charleroi, takes you back to the industrial revolution era.

The Centre or Scientific Culture of the ULB is located on the Parentville Campus in Charleroi. Its mission is to promote scientific culture ....

The Museum of Photography in Charleroi is the most important photography museum in Europe. It features permanent and temporary exhibitions.

Arboreo, in Charleroi, offers treetop adventure courses to children and adults. Try the zip line trail, jump into the dizzying void... Adventures await in Marcinelle.

Swimming pool and nautical centre

This 67-hectare park, in Monceau-sur-Sambre (Hainaut), is well worth the detour. 28 didactic panels, along the path, give information about the various trees planted there.

Dairy and agricultural farm.

Housed in an old pottery manufacture, La Maison de la Poterie pays tribute to past and present potters through a cultural journey and an important scenography. Make a detour to Bouffioulx (Châtelet) to discover it.

Discover the village of Châtelet, childhood home of the surrealist painter René Magritte ....

Le Fond de la Biche, well isolated from the world, is the perfect place to celebrate creativity. No wonder that artist Geneviève Vanstrade set up her workshop and art (gallery) carriage there...

Nestled in a farm, at the heart of the village of Bouffioulx,the Dubois pottery reveals to visitors the skills of creating glazed pieces from the local sandstone (internationally famous), an art which started in medieval times in this region andis still kept alive.

Discover this stunning garden at the heart of Courcelles. This former urban wasteland now features educational vegetable patches, areas for wildflowers, a wide variety of birds, mammals and insects.

Founded in 1985, YCHS-Landelies has been managing the Landelies leisure marina and its infrastructures since 1991.

Located in the village of Gerpinnes, this shop and tasting room offers strawberries grown in Wallonia's largest fruit and vegetable farm.

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...

Café Leblon rents boats without permits: a fantastic opportunity to relax on the Sambre, near the Aulne Abbey. On the way back, indulge a refreshing, locally made beer or an ice-cream on the terrace of the establishment.

Dairy family farm specializing in the homemade production of raw milk cheese from cows, in Gerpinnes.

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.

This Belgian artisanal brewery makes certified Acknowledged Belgian Abbey Beer at the heart of the historical ruins of the Cistercian Aulne Abbey.

Prestigious witness of the medieval times in Belgium, the Château de Trazegnies presents its rich heritage through guided tours, events and cultural activities throughout the year.

Visit this pleasant pilot garden, planted exclusively with local varieties and located in the sweet village of Gerpines (Province of Hainaut).

The ponds in the Vallée des Prés, in Oignies-en-Tiérache near Viroinval, are a Natura 2000 site dedicated to fishing (for a day, month or whole year).

Défi Nature is a non-profit association in the Province of Hainaut which aims at promoting nature, its flora and fauna through green activities: solo, with friends, family...

A Greeter simply is a local, passionate about his/her city, his/her region who wants to share its amazing history, atmosphere and many gems. Who better could show you quirky, little-known places in Belgium? Even better - the service is free...

Much more than a simple maze: Le Grain Égaré immerses you in vast cornfield for a fascinating adventure, sure to delight all generations.

Located near Charleroi, Belle Motte is one of the largest French First World War cemeteries on Belgian soil, located not far from Charleroi. This site is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with 15 other Walloon funeral and memorial sites.