The Meuse Cycle Route (an international route) is ideal for a great discovery for cyclists of all levels. This “Véloroute” which began in the French Vosges massif, carries on along the banks of the Meuse, and then crossed Belgium towards the Netherlands. From its source to its end, this beautiful route is about 62 miles long and offers you, on both banks, a landscape of friendly towns alternating with pretty villages. The Belgian section of this route in Wallonia is called "The Road to the Citadels" which takes you from Hastière to Visé via Dinant, Namur, Huy and Liège. Enough to spend a few days relaxing through a beautfiful range of scenery.
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The Aquarium-Museum in Liège will take you on a wonderful journey through the animal and aquatic universes, featuring fish from around the world. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/dive-magical-world-lieges-aquarium-museum
Fancy seeing Liège and the south of Belgium from a different angle? Try Le Pays de Liège: a beautiful boat offering comfortable and memorable cruises. Perfect with friends or family! walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/cruises-meuse-le-pays-de-liege-boat
Liège is the city of all contrasts. In full metamorphosis, its heterogeneous architecture and heritage are an impressive juxtaposition of styles. The best examples are undoubtedly the historic ‘Place Saint-Lambert’, the Palace of the Princes-Bishops and the Royal Opera of Wallonia which contrasts with the futuristic ‘Guillemins’ station, the genius work. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/recherche?solr_title_value=liège
Visit La Boverie, an iconic cultural site in Liège: both an art museum and an international exhibition space. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/musee-de-la-boverie-fine-arts-and-exhibitions-liege
The W’allons nous dormir guesthouse is located in a peaceful, green neighbourhood within easy reach of the Guillemins railway station and 10 min away from the town centre. Vinciane, the owner, will welcome you warmly. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/wallons-nous-dormir-guesthouse-liege
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. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/wood-hills-citadel-liege-nature-heart-fiery-city
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
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
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
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
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Discovered in 1904, "La Merveilleuse" is considered one of the most beautiful grottos in Belgium. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/la-merveilleuse-grotto-dinant
A quality camping set in an exceptional setting along the Lesse walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/villatoile-camping
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
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
To cross from one bank to another in Walsort, you can use a ferry. Not any ferry, the very last traditional cable ferry on the Meuse! A trade that started in1 1871... walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/cable-ferry-waulsort-will-help-you-travel-time
Interested in a playful and informative activity, or curious gastronome? Go through the valley of the Molignée and its incredible escargotière of Warnant. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/escargotiere-de-warnant
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? visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/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? www.annevoie.be/
Looking for an adventure? Yvoir is the only island open to visitors between Namur and Dinant. There are many activities, sure to delight adults and children alike. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/island-yvoir-quiet-oasis-meuse
Have fun riding a rail bike, allowing you to travel at your own pace on former railway tracks. The trail goes through the picturesque Molignée valley, between Falaën and Maredsous. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/draisines-molignee-rail-bikes-perfect-fun-day-out
Listed as outstanding heritage of Wallonia, the Notre Dame and Saint Domitien collegiate church in Huy took over 200 years to build, all in remarkable Gothic style. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/produit/attractions/activites/religious-heritage/treasury-of-the-collegiate-of-huy/9832
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 detention camp. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/huy-fortress-and-memorial
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. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/river-cruises-huy-bateau-val-mosan
A town of history and terroir visitwallonia.com/en-gb/3/where-to-go-in-wallonia/walloon-towns-and-cities/huy
Mont Monsan is a leisure and animal park near Huy. This peaceful site, perfect for family days out, features: a mini zoo a mini golf animal shows (sea lions, parrots, seals) poney rides Carousel, bouncy castle, train, play areas... visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/mont-mosan-leisure-and-animal-parc-near-huy
Join a guided tour of Le Clos des Prébendiers estate to learn more about the wines produced near Huy. Possibility to taste the wines at the end of the visit, join a pruning course or help with the harvest visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/le-clos-des-prebendiers-vineyard-huy