Circuit Patrimoine 3 - Art (Vresse et Bouillon)

N°: 48-49-94-44-59-52-58-57-55-56-51-23-10-95-7-49-48

Art and nature come together along this route linking Bouillon and Vresse-sur-Semois.

This is the homeland of painter Albert Raty, born in Bouillon and later settled in Vresse, where he captured the landscapes of the Semois Valley with remarkable sensitivity. His work also inspired the so-called “School of Vresse”, a group of artists drawn to the light, calm, and authenticity of this Ardennes valley.

Along the way, you’ll not only discover the landscapes that inspired them but also the places where their art still lives today — from the Ducal Museum in Bouillon, which showcases the region’s artistic heritage, to the Art Interpretation Centre in Vresse, exhibiting works by Albert Raty, Marie Howet, Léon Frédéric, Milo Dardenne, and many others.

But this route offers more than art: it’s also a beautiful ride through a varied landscape of forest, river, and charming villages perched on the heights of the Semois Valley. You’ll follow quiet roads, sometimes unpaved — more adventurous through the woods, more peaceful along the river — alternating with lightly trafficked secondary roads.

The route is 50 km long, starting from Bouillon or Vresse. Along the way, you’ll find picnic areas and places to eat and drink in both villages.

An ideal ride for those who want to combine art, nature, and cycling pleasure.

A free detailed cycling map is available at local tourist offices to enrich your exploration of the route.