Gognies-chaussee, Nord, Nord-Pas-de-Calais

The green lane leaving Mauberge quickly presents a series of industrial remains, rural landscapes and forests. The route sometimes takes you past peaceful lakes with the scent of Canada, sometimes past rivers that are ideal for photo opportunities or snack breaks! The extensive bocage landscape of Thiérache offers a peaceful environment with apple trees, hawthorn hedges and the gentle murmur of rivers. Against the backdrop of the green bocage landscape, the capricious Oise gradually appears. Beautiful fortified churches give way to grasslands. You arrive in Guise with its famous Familistère Godin and fortified castle.  

Take a stroll through the old mining landscapes of the Borinage region, which has since become green and idyllic landscape. Go towards the exterior mining shaft dominating towering 100 meters high: this steel monster represents the dominance of the mining industry in the Borinage region in the 19th century. Shortly after using part of the RAVeL network, you travel through country lanes, towards Ciply, which would have represented the border between two worlds in the day: that of peasant life and that of the mining. Further on, the path winds through scrub and bushes, covering an old coal mine. At the edge, the fields and meadows lead you to small houses which seem crushed by the mass of the “Héribus” slag heap that you’ll climb. On the slope, a magnificent broom covers the slag heap: nowadays, the slag heaps have become havens of peace for an exuberant flora and fauna. You return to Frameries by taking the old railway lines through which coal once passed: they have become formidable escapades in this landscape marked by this moving industrial past. During this hike, you actually take a section of the GR "Sentier des Terrils"

Located at the edge of the rural village of Grand-Reng, this charming old residence, which has been converted into guest rooms, will surprise you with the whimsy and creativity of its facilities. Enjoy the inviting interior of this manor home, the open fireplace during bad weather, the library, the spa and sauna and the body-massaging mattress. Hammocks, the enclosed garden and deckchairs are available on sunny days. Each season has its own appeal at Château Frankie! You can enjoy a generous brunch during your stay, including hot drinks, pastries, pancakes, eggs and a variety of other options.

Located at the edge of the rural village of Grand-Reng, this charming old residence, which has been converted into guest rooms, will surprise you with the whimsy and creativity of its facilities. Enjoy the inviting interior of this manor home, the open fireplace during bad weather, the library, the spa and sauna and the body-massaging mattress. Hammocks, the enclosed garden and deckchairs are available on sunny days. Each season has its own appeal at Château Frankie! You can enjoy a generous brunch during your stay, including hot drinks, pastries, pancakes, eggs and a variety of other options.

Located at the edge of the rural village of Grand-Reng, this charming old residence, which has been converted into guest rooms, will surprise you with the whimsy and creativity of its facilities. Enjoy the inviting interior of this manor home, the open fireplace during bad weather, the library and the body-massaging mattress. Hammocks, the enclosed garden and deckchairs are available on sunny days. Each season has its own appeal at Château Frankie! You can enjoy a generous brunch during your stay, including hot drinks, pastries, pancakes, eggs and a variety of other options. You can also enjoy the rural setting, where it is easy to relax and recharge your batteries in peace.  

With capacity for two to four people, the bed & breakfast La Chrysalide welcomes you 5km from Mons. The room, fitted on the ground floor of a house in a cosy atmosphere, has a double bed, wifi and a private bathroom with shower. You can also enjoy the garden and terrace where the owners provide you with garden furniture, a barbecue, games for children and adults and bikes. In addition, a delicious and hearty breakfast with tea, coffee and water are offered to you in your bedroom. La Chrysalide is the ideal starting point for many activities such as visits to Havré Castle and Spiennes Mines, hiking or cycling in Malogne wood or on the Ravel L98 or GR 412 but also exploring the historic heart of Mons and all the cultural heritage of the city.

Mons Card Partner: Free breakfast Located on the ground floor of a charming house on the edge of the city centre, our unique bed & breakfast can accommodate up to four people in a 50m² area offering peace and privacy. The space presents itself as a suite facing the garden, and consists of a bright spacious main room and the comfort and amenities of a secondary bedroom incorporating two single beds on the ground, a seating area with Internet connection and fridge with free drinks and a separate Italian toilet and a shower room. We offer the option of a continental breakfast in the bedroom or the dining room. Garden access is reserved for you, as is a parking space.

In the centre of Mons, the Maison Losseau, a jewel of art nouveau, has undergone major restoration and enhancement work. The dwelling, as well as the adjacent buildings, are now accessible to the public. In the heart of this furnished house, listed as an exceptional Walloon Heritage Site associated with the famed architects Paul Saintenoy, Henri Sauvage and Charles Sarrazin, the floral decor is delicately decorated with mosaics, panelling, stained glass, inlaid parquet, cabinets, chandeliers and various objects.In addition to the listed house, that the lawyer Léon Losseau designed as “ideal, with all the technical improvements and artistic refinements”, the Province of Hainaut and the Losseau Foundation open the doors of an Interpretation Centre whose scenography, bringing to mind the world of the library and the cabinet of curiosities, lets you address the concerns and passions of Losseau, the art nouveau that he was fond of, his magnificent collection of medals and the episode of the discovery of the original edition of Une Saison en enfer by Rimbaud.On the second floor, a rich centre of Hainaut literature welcomes students, researchers and readers interested in the literature and history of Hainaut. With comfortable spaces for consultation and reading, an area devoted to comics and literature for young people, it also features collections by Léon Losseau, Charles Plisnier and Claire Lejeune, in a completely renovated environment open to the magnificent garden of the house.Guided tours in several languages upon reservation by email.

Experience: Guided tour of the wine estate + tasting (min 10 pers) The Chant d'Eole wine estate is an extraordinary vineyard which offers quality products and an out-of-the-ordinary location. An extraordinary and ultra-modern setting at the foot of the vineyard provides spaces with various atmospheres and an uninterrupted view of the vines. Located in the outskirts of Mons and close to the motorway network, the Chant d'Eole wine estate is the ideal location for your events. It combines business and pleasure, since the atmosphere lends itself to business meetings but also to moments of relaxation, which entail tastings and tours of the wine storehouse

In 2017, one Sunday a month from March to October, we propose the families to discover the farm (the opportunity to view dates and times on our website). We will organise various workshops: tour of our facilities, direct contact and feeding of the animals, discovery of automated milking, carriage ride, milk processing workshop, bouncy castle,... Families will have the opportunity to buy and eat our self-produced dairy products and local produce on site. To participate, we ask families to register either by phone or via our e-mail address.

La Tour du Lait Buré, située à l’orée de la Forêt domaniale de Colfontaine, est un lieu chargé d’histoire. Au début des années 1900, Achille Tillier, architecte et fondateur de la brasserie Tillier, fait l’acquisition d’une pâture à la commune d’Eugies. Il construit alors, suivant ses plans, un bâtiment baptisé La Tour du Lait Buré (selon André Capron et Pierre Nisolle, auteurs d’Essai d’illustration du parler borain, « lait buré » signifierait « lait battu »). Le propriétaire installe dans ce lieu pittoresque un cabaret, qui se transformera rapidement en guinguette dans laquelle il décide de vendre ses diverses bières (Stout Cedar, Saison, Belge, Blanche, Grisette,…). À l’origine, cette bâtisse était pourvue d’une toiture plate permettant entre autres d’observer la nature, de chasser ou d’installer des musiciens (jusqu’à l’arrivée du tourne-disque qui remplacera l’orchestre après la Première Guerre Mondiale). Ce n’est qu’en 1955, que Victor-Léon et Léon-Willy Tillier, respectivement fils et petit-fils d’Achille Tillier, font réparer et modifier la toiture par une entreprise hollandaise pour lui donner une forme conique (toiture qui sera refaite une seconde fois dans les années 85). En septembre 1972, La Tour du Lait Buré est entièrement rénovée et inaugurée en présence du Collège Communal, dont le Député Bourgmestre Arthur Nazé. Cette rénovation permit d’installer notamment un comptoir construit en fonction de la forme circulaire de la taverne et de l’accès (central) à la cave à boissons, d’ajouter une annexe baptisée « Gambrinus » pouvant accueillir une vingtaine de personnes et d’aménager une terrasse et une aire de jeux. Depuis, La Tour du Lait Buré a conservé tout son charme et s’est transformée en un lieu rustique dans lequel il fait bon se reposer après une balade au cœur de la nature.

Mons Card Partner: €3 discountSpark for igniting enlightenment, knowledge and wonderment. OH! for emotion. Spark also stands for “Science Park:” a unique space to dive into the captivating universe of science and technology through discovery, experience and play while having fun!Scientifically proven emotions. SPARKOH! is 12,000 m2 of themed indoor space and 6,000 m2 of outdoor space to play, handle, feel, explore, discover and experiment with science and technology while having fun. Interactive exhibitions, a cinema, game challenges, exciting animation, an indoor acrobatics track, a Biodiversity Garden and a large outdoor playground: Science will never cease to amaze you!The bonus? There is something for all ages and all tastes! For children aged 3 and over, the Pass’âge des Découvreurs (Pass’age of Discoverers) introduces the sciences through the senses and experimentation.Meanwhile, the shyer will set off on their own to conquer the Pass’âge des Aventuriers, with its acrobatic course linking 3 exhibitions to get your head and legs moving! To extend the experience, during each school holiday period, the organisers offer managed workshops: create a personalised 3D model or a laser cutout, develop a culinary aroma, contain an epidemic, program a robot, “manufacture clouds”, or become a biodiversity explorer.... Everything is possible. Do you feel like getting some fresh air? Heading outside. While the children spend their time in the 3,000 m² outdoor playground, adults can enjoy the setting and a relaxing moment on the terrace of Café 21.

L’entrée méridionale du village de Mesvin est signalée par la présence de prairies ceintes d’un mur de clôture en briques et pierre blanche du pays. Ces prairies et vergers servent de cadre aux anciens bâtiments de l’abbaye de Bethléem, dite de Bélian, fondée au XIIIe siècle par le chanoine de Saint-Germain de Mons, Gautier ou Wauthier Hard(o)uin. Cette fondation accueillera des religieuses augustines jusqu’en 1796. Les bâtiments conventuels tels qu’ils ont traversé le temps se composaient d’une demeure classique de la seconde moitié du XVIIIe siècle, vestige du quartier de l’abbesse, aménagée en habitation de plaisance au début du XIXe siècle et réaménagée à la fin du même siècle. D’autres dépendances encore debout ont été englobées dans des bâtiments de ferme au XIXe siècle, transformés, à cette époque, en brasserie-distillerie. Certaines de ces anciennes dépendances ont depuis été transformées en habitations. Classée comme site le 30 septembre 1981

A little village in the heart of the country, just a few minutes from Mons and 15 kilometres from Bavay (France), Les Gourmands, in Blaregnies, wishes you a very warm welcome! In a peaceful, welcoming setting, Les Gourmands invites you to relax, with your family or friends. Two people share the work in the kitchen. Didier Bernard creates the impressive, tantalising dishes that will give your taste buds a real treat, followed by the most mouth-watering desserts you can imagine prepared by Lydia Glacé. Front of house and in charge of drinks, Carlo Zecchin, Premier Sommelier de Belgique, is the man responsible for an amazing cellar with around 1,500 bottles.

The terrace of the Brasserie du Domaine du Chant d'Eole is an ideal place to enjoy a glass of bubbly and a meal in the open air. Guided tours of the vineyard are available throughout the summer by prior arrangement. www.chantdeole.be/restaurant

On the rooftop perched at the top of the winery, with a breathtaking view over the vines, be transported by the gastronomic cuisine of chef Benoît Neusy. You can also book a guided tour of the estate. www.chantdeole.be/limperatif-deole

A small family-owned craft brewery. All of the beers produced in our facilities are not filtered and refermented on yeast in the bottle. The adventure began with the parents, Pierre-Alex and Marie-Noëlle CARLIER - POURTOIS, the first brew took place on 24 March 1988. The eldest son, Kévin CARLIER, a biotechnology graduate is now at the head of the brewery with his wife Bérangère DESCHAMPS and his father-in-law Claude DESCHAMPS. The youngest son, Cédric CARLIER, with his wife Stéphanie JUSTE, both graduates of catering school, are at the head of the Restaurant le Fourquet, opposite the brewery. Regional dishes are prepared with local beers. The succession is assured with the two daughters of Kévin and Bérangère, Manon and Ninon, as well as the two sons of Cédric and Stéphanie, Ethan and Mathys. Brewing and bottling of artisanal unfiltered beers, refermented in the bottle on yeast:-the Moneuse, a clear amber beer, pure malt. -the Moneuse Spéciale Noël, a dark amber beer, pure malt. -the Saison d'Epeautre, a blonde beer, from wheat. -the Darbyste, a golden beer, based on figs. -the Vermontoise, a blonde beer, with pronounced bitterness, and a light aftertaste of lemon. Visits are organised on appointment. The opportunity to learn more about brewing and taste a few products. And why not take a few bottles home?

Nestled in a lush green setting, the “Silex’s” is an interpretation centre dedicated to the Neolithic mines in Spiennes that will be opening its doors in April 2015 to introduce visitors to all aspects of this internationally renowned archaeological site. The centre will help to protect, promote and improve access to this archaeological site. Visitors will be able to follow educational trails around the site and in the pavilion, they will able to walk around looking over the archaeological digs. The highlight is a trip down into a real Neolithic mine 9 metres deep – you will need to book ahead for this experience, and extreme care must be taken. Come and explore this exceptional archaeological site! Recognised by UNESCO in 2000, the Spiennes mining site is one of the oldest and largest flint mining centres in Europe. Studded with thousands of shafts, the site covers 100 hectares and is 6km from Mons. It bears witness to the evolution of the first sedentary societies and is a unique research site. By digging down mine shafts up to 16 metres deep, Neolithic man developed the techniques needed to extract large slabs of slate that could weigh up to hundreds of kilograms. They also honed their knapping expertise, which is now recognised as an example of human ingenuity. Discovered in 1867, when the area was being dug out for a railway line between Mons and Chimay, the site has been excavated ever since. The oldest mines and knapping areas found there are 6,400 years old. As well as the unbelievable number of shards of flint that fill the ground at Spiennes, confirming that once the flint has been brought to the surface, it was cut there too, excavations have uncovered thousands of objects including axes, flint blades and pottery, but also the remains of wildlife and human skeletons. Nearby, an enclosed Neolithic village has also been discovered but remains as yet unexplored.

La Bergerie guarantees a warm welcome not far from the centre of Mons. Since 2007, they have been pulling out all the stops to keep their customers happy. Christophe and the rest of the team will do everything in their power to give you a wonderful experience with great food, where you can enjoy fresh, quality ingredients. There are different dining experiences available, and you can browse the menu for La Bergerie online. It’s also worth knowing that La Bergerie serves a selection of take-away dishes, as well as offering a catering service for your events. In the summer, the restaurant opens up its lovely shaded terrace.

Located at the edge of the rural village of Grand-Reng, this charming old residence, which has been converted into guest rooms, will surprise you with the whimsy and creativity of its facilities. Enjoy the inviting interior of this manor home, the open fireplace during bad weather, the library, the spa and sauna and the body-massaging mattress. Hammocks, the enclosed garden and deckchairs are available on sunny days. Each season has its own appeal at Château Frankie! You can enjoy a generous brunch during your stay, including hot drinks, pastries, pancakes, eggs and a variety of other options.

Located at the edge of the rural village of Grand-Reng, this charming old residence, which has been converted into guest rooms, will surprise you with the whimsy and creativity of its facilities. Enjoy the inviting interior of this manor home, the open fireplace during bad weather, the library, the spa and sauna and the body-massaging mattress. Hammocks, the enclosed garden and deckchairs are available on sunny days. Each season has its own appeal at Château Frankie! You can enjoy a generous brunch during your stay, including hot drinks, pastries, pancakes, eggs and a variety of other options.