Walking the length of the imposing fortress, you realise the invincibility that the assailants who found themselves facing its enormous walls must have been confronted with. The trail snakes along the hillsides to reach what was perhaps the farmyard of yesteryear. Follow the River Hoëgne which leads us to the small town, dominated to the west by its fortified church. This is a good opportunity to discover the homogeneity of its centre, demonstrated by its perron and the Mosan-style façades. Return to Franchimont by crossing the railway. Go over the hill. The itinerary runs through pastures that you cross by way of stiles, typical of the nearby Herve region.
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The Château de Franchimont is an 11th-century medieval fortress, built on a rocky peak dominating three valleys north of the Ardennes, about 8 km from Spa. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/produit/attractions/activites/architectural-heritage/franchimont-castle/3666
Forestia, in La Reid (Haute Fagne), is fully dedicated to nature. Its green setting, wildlife park, adventure trails make it the perfect place for a day out with friends and family. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/forestia-wildlife-and-adventure-park-la-reid
The Casino of Spa, built in 1763, is the oldest in the world. It still welcomes visitors daily from 11 am to sunrise. Roulettes, black-jack, slot machines, and Texas hold'em poker tournaments guarantee quite memorable nights. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/produit/attractions/activites/monument/casino-of-spa/10570
Before being bottled, Spa's natural mineral water enjoys a fantastic underground journey. Eaudissey presents this fascinating adventure. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/leaudyssee-spas-mineral-water-visitor-centre
The splendid 1880 Pouhon Pierre le Grand, offers you "Spa Experience" a 360 degree film and a permanent Joan Mirò.art collection. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/produit/attractions/activites/museum-discovery/the-pouhon-pierre-le-grand-monument-in-spa/13462
Come and relax in the Thermes de Spa, a superb complex in a valley of the Belgian Ardenne. At the top of a hill overlooking the city of Spa, visitors can indulge in thermal treatments, bringing tradition and modern well-being together. walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/les-thermes-de-spa-wellness-break-province-liege
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