Discover the wonders of Brugelette, Hainaut, Hainaut

The town of Mons has a number of valuable assets to draw you in. Its many museums – show everything from pride of place to current or latter-day artistic creation (Fine Arts Museum) to reverence for wartime history (Mons Memorial Museum). Its architectural heritage and old streets give it the charm of a historic town and can be seen wherever you look: The Belfry, listed by UNESCO, the ‘Sainte-Waudru’ Collegiate church, the ‘Grand Place’ (Town Square).. Tournai is one of the oldest towns in Belgium. It retains many traces of its millennial history. In terms of heritage, you can notably admire the oldest Belfry in Belgium as well as the Notre-Dame Cathedral, legacies from the medieval period and both on the UNESCO list. Don’t miss the ‘Halle aux Draps’ (former cloth trading building) known for its pretty Baroque and Renaissance facade and, more recently, the many Art Nouveau buildings that line the streets.

This circuit is only available in French and in Dutch. Please feel free to download the FR map card.

This circuit is only available in French and in Dutch. Please feel free to download the FR map card.

This circuit is only available in French and in Dutch. Please feel free to download the FR map card.

Ath, a city of history and traditions! Its ducasse, its monuments and its museums bear witness to the riches that the city has to offer.At night, blue diodes light the way to lead you along the ancient path of the Dender. They will take you along the light-guided route and introduce you to the town’s unmissable attractions. After your walk, you can stop off in the Grand-Place to try some giant’s beer, “La Gouyasse”, and venture into some of the nearby streets for a spot of shopping.

This circuit is only available in French and in Dutch. Please feel free to download the FR map card.

This circuit is only available in French and in Dutch. Please feel free to download the FR map card.

Famous for its brewery and its local produce, Silly is also recognised for its superb undulating countryside, its rural heritage and its woods, which are among most beautiful of the region! The national forest, a 300-hectare beech grove, is crossed by the Sille, a tributary of the Dendre. Every year, it accommodates the “Online Site” tree-trunk sculpture contest The 21km circuit crosses the woods and extends into the nearby villages. It takes you to the discovery of an open-air exhibition of wood and iron sculptures created by two of the region’s artists. Some castles and farms are along the way. Slow Food producers close by.Bike nodes: START 69 - 62 - 63 - 58 - 10 - 43 - 11 - 42 - 59 - 71 - 6 - 75 - 68 - 64 - 63 - 62 - 69 END

What do Silly and Enghien have in common? Their local beers, Silly Rouge, Silly Pils, Silly Saison, Enghien blonde, Enghien brune… are all brewed in the Brasserie de Silly. From Silly, known for its involvement with its local producers through the Slow Food convivium, you take small country roads that lead you to Enghien. Don't forget to visit its park and gardens, accessible by bike. Along the way taverns and cafés you will be able to compare the « Silly » and « Enghien » beers. White, blond, brown, there is something for everyone.Cycle Nodes: START 69 - 62 - 63 - 58 - 10 - 43 - 11 - 42 - 59 - 97 - 70 - 74 - 1 - 67 - 98 - 77 - 96 - 91 - 92 - 35 - 81 - 26 - 25 - 85 - 24 - 90 - 15 - 52 - 84 - 6 - 75 - 68 - 69 END

A local breakfast made with quality products is available to start the day. Upon reservation, a simple and friendly table d’hôtes can be served in the evening, perfect after a busy day.Housed in a mid-19th-century building with a classified façade, this property was a boys' school until the 1980s, giving it the name La Récré de Bauffe.Bicycles and motorcycles can be securely stored in a protected parking area, either under a carport or in the garage.Families are warmly welcomed. A travel cot for babies, a high chair, a changing mat, and a microwave for warming bottles or meals are provided. For young children, an adjustable bed is available, while a mezzanine with 2 sleeping spaces can accommodate teenagers.The large 70 m² terrace is perfect for enjoying sunny days. The shared lounge offers relaxation with board games, books, or planning the next day's activities. The region is brimming with attractions and activities to discover.The room, decorated with a school theme focusing on geography, features a private bathroom, a separate toilet, a television, and free Wi-Fi. Hot drinks (coffee, tea) and water are also available.This location provides peace and tranquility in the countryside, ideal for a rejuvenating stay.Special rates are available for companies working in the region for stays from Monday to Friday (minimum 2 nights).

Discover the farmhouse gîte "Le Fournil", ideally located in Montignies-Lez-Lens, just 15 km from Mons, Ath, and Soignies. This charming house, fully renovated in 2017, is set in an independent annex at the back of "La Ferme du Parc", a classified monument since 1976 by the Walloon Region. This peaceful and authentic place is perfect for a relaxing stay, offering all the comfort needed for 2 to 4 people.The gîte features a fully equipped kitchen with a real pizza oven and an indoor barbecue, a cozy dining room heated with pellets, a spacious bedroom with high-quality bedding, a modern bathroom, and a comfortable living room. A private parking space is available, along with exclusive access to a gravel terrace furnished with garden furniture, a parasol, and an outdoor barbecue. You can also enjoy a shared garden with the owners.On request, we provide baby equipment (travel cot, changing mat, high chair, bathtub, etc.). If you are traveling with your horses, stables are available for rent upon prior reservation.Come and recharge at "Le Fournil", a haven of peace where authenticity and comfort meet.

On display are the only Gallo-Roman boats that have so far been restored in Belgium and that were discovered at Pommeroeul (an archaeological site from the 2nd century located about twenty kilometres from Ath) in 1975. The museum boasts three Celtic barges including a dugout and an exceptional barge over 9 metres long listed as a “treasure” of the "Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles" of Belgium. These vessels are the centrepieces of this museum, which focuses on inland navigation.Accompanied by Rufus, boatman from ancient Pommeroeul, you will discover life in the Roman era thanks to scale models, frescoes, milestones and interactive games for children. Numerous activities, workshops, temporary exhibitions and demonstrations are organised for youngsters as well as for families.

Figures of giants were first used in Ath in the 15th century to celebrate the consecration of the church of Saint-Julien. At that time widespread in Europe, the giants performed in religious processions so as to give religious instruction to a largely illiterate population. Nowadays, the Ducasse parade in Ath is listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage and is an exuberant combination of worldly and religious elements. In line with tradition, the Ath giants (Goliath, Samson, Ambiorix, the two-headed eagle…) are still carried on men’s backs rather than transported on mobile platforms, even though they each weigh over 100 kilograms!The Maison des Géants is the only museum specifically dedicated to giants in Belgium and France, and also serves as Ath’s tourist office and as a centre for study and research on popular traditions concerning large human and animal figures. The exhibition explains the history and techniques used to make and carry the giants. You will see the frame of a giant and even get the chance to try to carry it! In addition, you will discover the history and atmosphere of this beautifully renovated city (historic spots, shopping streets, mediaeval Burbant tower, Gallo-Roman Museum) following the Circuit des Lumières along the former course of the Dendre river.ACTIVITIES: La Ducasse d’Ath (4th weekend of August).

This romantic and charming castle, a real treasure typical of the nineteenth century, bears witness to the daily life of the « Belle époque » era. The guided tour takes you from the salons to the dressing rooms of the ladies of the castle, and on to the dungeon where the linen was ironed. The old kitchen, which is a « must », used infilms such as « Germinal » by Claude Berry and « Angel » by François Ozon, evokes the copious meals of the period. In an English-style park, drawn by L. Fuchs in 1870, the visitor will find remarkable hundred-year-old trees.

A must-see historical site located near the city of Ath (Province of Hainaut), the château d'Attre is one of the most authentic witnesses of the second half of the 18th century in Belgium. Its 17 hectares estate, lined by the Dendre river, is quite stunning. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/chateau-d-attre

Listed in Wallonia's major heritage register, this castle is one of the most authentic vestiges from the 18th century. Completely furnished in Louis XV style, it has preserved its rocaille interior, its collections and its original neoclassical decoration. The castle is characterised by the homogeneity and the clear layout of the rooms. The simplicity and sobriety of the lines of the French formal garden in front of the building are in contrast with the 17 ha English landscape park, listed as an “exceptional garden of Wallonia”. The latter boasts several man-made curiosities including a rockery constructed in 1788, a concrete expression of 18th-century Romanticism. The 33-metre high grotto was used as a lookout by Archduchess Maria Christina of Austria during rabbit hunts! Only guided visits are possible.

Built in 1752 by a local aristocrat, the façade of the château is rendered and has thirteen bays on two storeys, with a slightly projecting central section surmounted by a triangular pediment. The interior of the castle features a highly symmetrical interior with original parquet flooring, wood panelling, marble fireplaces, wall coverings (wallpaper and silk fabrics) and elegant plasterwork. In the park, its base submerged in a pond, stands the Rock, with its cave and two underground passages leading to a hollow at the foot of a tower, which is accessed by a footpath along a ridge. A terrace, 25 metres above, overlooks the whole park. Building and site listed (17-10-1962 and 19-07-2002) Listed as an exceptional heritage site of Wallonia

At the site of the former abbey of Cambron-Casteau, Pairi Daiza invites you to make a journey of discovery around the world! Several continents are represented in a 55 ha landscape park centred around the ruins of the Cistercian abbey. Stroll through the themed gardens laid out by the best craftsmen and discover Australia, Africa, Indonesia, China… You will come across over 5,000 animals living in semi-liberty: giraffes, elephants, kangaroos, lemurs, squirrel monkeys... Numerous activities are organised that will delight young and old alike: shows and animal feedings, 300 m of rope bridges, playgrounds for children and the abbey’s miniature farm, a must for the littlest ones. If you are hungry, there is a wide range of restaurants for any budget. Picnicking is allowed. Several gift shops and in situ brewing of “Cambron Abbey Beer”. More than a million visitors each year! Come say hello to two Giant from China, Hao Hao & Xing Hui !

On display are the only Gallo-Roman boats that have so far been restored in Belgium and that were discovered at Pommeroeul (an archaeological site from the 2nd century located about twenty kilometres from Ath) in 1975. The museum boasts three Celtic barges including a dugout and an exceptional barge over 9 metres long listed as a “treasure” of the "Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles" of Belgium. These vessels are the centrepieces of this museum, which focuses on inland navigation.Accompanied by Rufus, boatman from ancient Pommeroeul, you will discover life in the Roman era thanks to scale models, frescoes, milestones and interactive games for children. Numerous activities, workshops, temporary exhibitions and demonstrations are organised for youngsters as well as for families.

The boats and archaeological artefacts presented at the Espace Gallo-romain are the results of an exceptional discovery made in Pommeroeul in 1975. Join us on a journey through time to learn more about the Romans in Ath. visitwallonia.com/en-gb/content/espace-gallo-romain-ath-and-its-remarkably-preserved-vessels

Authentic and Accessible CuisineWith a menu highlighting fresh and seasonal ingredients, La Maison du Cocher offers a simple, healthy, and flavourful cuisine. Every dish is carefully crafted to enhance the quality of the ingredients and delight your taste buds.A Renowned Terrace and Spacious ParkingWhen the sun comes out, take advantage of the sunny terrace, known for its peaceful and welcoming ambiance. Plus, a large parking area ensures a hassle-free visit.Enjoy a gourmet getaway in a stunning setting and experience the warm welcome of La Maison du Cocher!

This stylish cocktail and wine bar offers a wide selection of creative drinks, sharing platters, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere – perfect for afterwork drinks, a night out with friends, or a romantic date.A Local Favourite in HainautWhether you're just passing through or live nearby, Be Well Bar is the perfect place to enjoy a quality cocktail, share delicious tapas, and spend a pleasant evening in great company. A trendy bar in Lens that blends hospitality, craftsmanship, and relaxation.

Traditional Greek CuisineThe menu at La Maison du Berger, unchanged since its opening, highlights fresh, high-quality products, offering a true culinary journey to the heart of Greece. Grilled dishes are the stars of the menu, accompanied by typical dishes that will delight the most refined palates. Affordable prices and the quality of the ingredients are major assets that contribute to the restaurant’s popularity.A Welcoming and Warm AtmosphereThe restaurant, renowned for its friendly ambiance, offers a pleasant dining experience, whether for a family meal, with friends, or for a special event. While the restaurant does not have a terrace, its warm indoor space is ideal for enjoying traditional Greek cuisine.For a moment of conviviality around a delicious Greek meal, La Maison du Berger is the perfect place to discover in Jurbise!

Southwest cuisine full of flavorsAt Le Funambule, each dish is a true culinary masterpiece, crafted with care and passion. Innovative and traditional, the chef’s cuisine takes you on a journey with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The dishes, as beautiful as they are delicious, will captivate you with their refined presentation, where aesthetics perfectly complement the taste.A warm and rustic atmosphereThe atmosphere at Le Funambule immerses you in a rustic, peaceful setting, perfect for a convivial culinary experience. The paintings and artworks adorning the restaurant’s walls add an extra dimension to your meal, creating a relaxed and welcoming environment.A culinary pleasure to shareFar from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, Le Funambule offers an authentic dining experience where every bite invites you to share memorable moments. The fair and accessible prices make this restaurant the perfect place to discover Southwest cuisine in a welcoming setting.An unforgettable experience to shareWhether you come with family, friends, or as a couple, every meal at Le Funambule becomes a unique moment. Let yourself be enchanted by generous, flavorful, and elegant Southwest cuisine, and leave with the desire to share your experience with others.

In this magical, timeless setting, discover a terrace and restaurant in a majestic architectural structure. www.notredamealarose.be/ latabledalix.be