The belfry in its present form dates back to 1639, but a tower already existed in the 13th century. A unique viewpoint to discover the valleys of the Sambre...Read more
Leers-et-Fosteau castle: listed in 1979, this magnificent building was built around the 14th century. It contains one of the finest gothic rooms in Belgium,...Read more
Rather than retire to the north to join Wellington, Blücher concentrated his troops around Ligny between Fleurus and Sombreffe. He hoped to crush Napoleon,...Read more
Vresse-sur-Semois, nestling on the banks of the Semois in a forest setting, has inspired many a landscape painter. This village, lying on the edge of the...Read more
Waterloo ! Waterloo ! Waterloo ! Morne plaine ! Comme une onde qui bout dans une urne trop pleine, Dans son cirque de bois, de coteaux, de...Read more
The Lion's Mound gives a unique view of the battlefield after a memorable climb of 226 steps. This 40m tumulus was erected on the spot where it is thought...Read more
Hougoumont Farm, also known as Goumont Farm (referring to the place in Braine-l’Alleud), is generally accepted as the last authentic witness to the Battle...Read more
Walking in the Semois valley when spring comes is delightful! The banks of the river are scattered with thousands of flowers. On the way to the bridge...Read more
The Grand-Place is the real centre of the historical town. It is located near the (pedestrian) high street and the belfry. It is paved like old towns and...Read more