CELLES - Countryside Serenity
Description
From “Celles”, one of the “Most Beautiful Villages of Wallonia”, to “Furfooz”, the river Lesse winds and flows along the cliffs of “Chaleux”. A dramatic contrast with the great plains and peaceful villages of the Namur Condroz region.
From the centre of “Celles”, climb to the top leading to the “Ermitage”. At the top, you will have a magnificent view over the architectural harmony of the village. The small valleys of the villages of “Lavis” and “Gendron” welcome a varied flora and fauna: you tread a land of limestone, marked by meadows full of flowers. Further on towards “Gendron-Gare”, the soft murmur of the river Lesse echoes in the wood. While it was a fast flowing waterfall in the Ardennes, it seems to surrender at this point into a lazy flow. From “Chaleux”, a dead end hamlet, the route takes you to a magnificent viewpoint and to the village of “Furfooz”. Its limestone houses form an idyllic picture for this superb walk, embellished with the “Château de Vêves”, located on the edge of an undergrowth.
Technical informations
18 km
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max. 272 m
min. 105 m
361 m
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Styles : HikingBaladeIn the countryForest Public : SportsmenOccasional hikersExperienced hikers | ||||
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Points of interest
Château de Vêves (Castle)
Former kingdom of Pépin de Herstal in the VIIIth century, castle of the Beaufort lords (who reconstructed it in 1410) then home to their descendants, the counts of Liedekerke Beaufort... Vêves, despite turbulent history, appears to us now as a peaceful icon of centuries past and a masterpiece of military architecture. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/produit/attractions/activites/architectural-heritage/castle-of-celles-veves/8256
The Furfooz park
The Furfooz park, in the province of Namur, invites you to discover its archaeological, geological and natural heritage. This family-friendly stroll offers lovely views on the Lesse river. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/walk-through-natural-reserve-furfooz-near-dinant
La Merveilleuse, a grotto in Dinant
Discovered in 1904, "La Merveilleuse" is considered one of the most beautiful grottos in Belgium. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/la-merveilleuse-grotto-dinant
Maison du Patrimoine Médiéval Mosan in Dinant
Immerse yourself in the eventful history of the Mosan valley thanks to the Maison du Patrimoine Médiéval Mosan (MPMM) and sicover what life was like in the region during the Middle Ages. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/maison-du-patrimoine-medieval-mosan-dinant
Compagnie des Croisières Mosanes, river cruises in Dinant
visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/compagnie-des-croisieres-mosanes-river-cruises-dinant
La Maison de Monsieur Sax, Interpretive Centre in Dinant
Adolphe Sax, who opened new horizons in the world of music by inventing a family of wind instruments - notably the saxophone, which is named after him. Sax’s birthplace, the town of Dinant in Namur province, has done him proud... visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/la-maison-de-monsieur-sax-interpretive-centre-dinant
Dinant Evasion Aventure
There are brilliant experiences to enjoy on the program: fabulous cruises on the River Meuse, the rental of electric boats, kayaks, thrilling zip wires and tree climbing park... visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/river-cruises-meuse-dinant-evasion
Dinant, Daughter of the Meuse
A true picture-postcard town, Dinant provides a stunning spectacle, especially when you look across the Meuse and lift your gaze towards the Citadelle and the onion-domed tower of the Collegiate church, all highlighted by the ribbon of houses and shops running alongside the river. For a breathtaking view, take the cable car to the Citadelle. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/3/where-to-go-in-wallonia/walloon-towns-and-cities/dinant
Freÿr-sur-Meuse castle
Freÿr sur Meuse, a Renaissance castle with stunning gardens, is part of Wallonia's protected architectural heritage. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/produit/attractions/activites/architectural-heritage/freyr-sur-meuse-castle-and-its-gardens/9559
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. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/citadel-dinant-fortress-meuse-valley
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