Starting off from the banks of the river Ourthe in Barvaux, this bike ramble will take you on a journey through tiny villages typical of the Calestienne, with stunning architectural and natural heritage. Pedalling along small country roads you will encounter delightfully unusual sights such as the ancient megaliths in Wéris. They are protected by the Walloon Region, and are dotted across several localities in Durbuy. You then head back to Barvaux, roaming the wooded paths that wind their way through the countryside. Along the way, you will cycle along the three menhirs of Oppagne, definitely essential sightseeing! Maison du Tourisme de Famenne-Ardenne Ourthe & Lesse Place de l'Etang, 15 - 6900 Marche-en-Famenne T: +32(0)84/34.53.27 info@famenneardenne.bewww.famenneardenne.bewww.instagram.com/tourismefamenneardenne/www.facebook.com/famenneardenne/
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The megalithic site in Wéris stretches out over 8km and is 300m wide. As far as we know, it consists out of two dolmens (= burial chambers), with two menhirs standing in front and several blocks of stone scattered around, as well as 6 locations where you can admire menhirs (standing stones).
The three menhirs in Oppagne are part of the exceptional ensemble of megalithic monuments that are dotted across the council of Durbuy, covering an area that is over 8km long and 300 m wide. They date back to 5,000 years ago, the era of the first Neolithic famers. The word ‘menhir’ comes from the Breton word ‘men’ meaning stone, and ‘hir’ meaning long. The menhirs in Oppagne are 2 to 2,7 m high. They are in puddingstone – a naturally occurring rock akin to cement – a rock that was quarried and put to use locally until the First World War.
The Megaliths Museum is ideally suited for visitors and ramblers wishing to discover thearea, more specifically the megalithic field – unique in Belgium – that stretches out over more than 8km. Visit the museum, and discover the Neolithic period and the culture of the www.megalithes-weris.be/
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