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Located in the Hainaut province, Colfontaine is surrounded by natural and cultural treasures. A must-visit is the Hauts-Pays Nature Park, where picturesque trails offer unforgettabl...
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Losseau House and its literature centre
9 km

Losseau House and its literature centre

In the centre of Mons, the Losseau House, 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.A captivating Interpretation CentreIn addition to the house itself, the Province of Hainaut and the Losseau Foundation open the doors of an Interpretation Centre. Through an immersive scenography, dive into the world of Léon Losseau, a lawyer and lover of Art Nouveau. Discover his pursuits, passions, and his famous collection of medals. Also, explore the fascinating story of the discovery of the original edition of Une Saison en enfer by Rimbaud.A space dedicated to the literature from HainautOn 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.

37/39 Rue de Nimy 7000 Mons
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Colfontaine forest
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Colfontaine forest

Spanning the municipalities of Colfontaine, Dour, and Frameries, the Colfontaine Forest covers 750 hectares of wild and protected nature. Now part of the Nature Park of Les Hauts-Pays, it offers numerous walking and cycling routes. Whether you prefer paved paths or wish to venture off the beaten track, this must-see location immerses you in the heart of nature.An exceptional natural and ornithological heritageThe Colfontaine Forest is a major ornithological reserve and also boasts remarkable botanical interest. During your walks, you'll discover a variety of trees: hazelnuts, hornbeams, ashes, maples, as well as large trees like oak, elm, poplar, beech, cherry, chestnut, and even some conifers.To explore this green oasis, three marked routes are available, totaling over 30 km of paths. Ranging from 10 to 13 km long, these circuits allow you to discover all aspects of the forest: fauna, flora, slag heaps, streams, and numerous springs. Children will especially enjoy the "Rando des Leus," a 5 km route marked in yellow, inviting them to try to spot a red squirrel or a roe deer. This walk was created at the initiative of the Colfontaine Children's Municipal Council.A historical heritage to discoverIn addition to its natural wealth, the Colfontaine Forest holds significant traces of local history, particularly the history of coal mining. The concrete headframe of the Sauwartan coal mine, still clearly visible, surprises the walker. Behind this monument, the top of the slag heap offers a spectacular panorama of the lush forest. Small ponds along the slag heap are remnants of shell holes left by Allied bombings in 1944. These ponds have become refuges for many dragonflies during the warmer months.At the edge of the forest, don't miss the "Tour du Lait Buré," built at the beginning of the 20th century. Once a guinguette and cabaret, it was a popular relaxation spot for miners, who would come to enjoy, among other things, a bowl of buttermilk after a long day of work. This venue is still open and is the perfect place to enjoy a drink on the terrace after a pleasant walk.

7340 Colfontaine
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Van Gogh house - Petit-Wasmes (Colfontaine)
1.2 km

Van Gogh house - Petit-Wasmes (Colfontaine)

221 Rue Wilson in Colfontaine“J’ai loué une petite maison où j’aimerais bien habiter tout à fait seul mais, pour l’instant, comme Pa trouve préférable, et moi-même aussi, que je loge chez Denis, elle ne me sert que d’atelier ou de cabinet de travail.” (translation in English: "I rented a small house in which I would really like to live absolutely alone but, for the moment, since Pa thought it preferable, and I did as well, that I stay with Denis, I only use it as a studio and as a place of work."(Vincent Van Gogh, writing to his brother Théo, letter dated 4 March 1879)It was in March 1879 that Vincent Van Gogh first refers to the house at 81 Rue du Petit Wasmes, which today is Rue Wilson in Colfontaine. Upon his arrival in the Borinage area a few months earlier, in December 1878, the evangelist Benjamin Vanderhaegen quickly found this house for him. The house belonged to a baker by the name of Jean-Baptiste Denis and was to play an extremely significant role in the artist's career.It was there that he experienced his "companionship" with miners. He made coal-mining the subject of his first attempts at sketches. It was also in his house that he wrote letters to his brother that were to, like his reading, orientate his life towards an extraordinary artistic destiny. These precious things which allow us to piece together the character of Van Gogh and which are part of history, in conjunction with the fact that the places referred to are still in existence, serve to add to our duty to preserve the house which belonged to Denis, which remains one of the few things that bear witness to the presence of Van Gogh in the Borinage area, and in particular at Wasmes (now Colfontaine).Public-interest heritageIn general, what remains for us today of Van Gogh, apart of course from his oeuvre, are traces of his career in the form of buildings – the house where he was born in Groot Zundert, the vicarage in Nuenen, the house in Cuesmes, the hospital in Saint-Rémy and the inn at Auvers-sur-Oise. The house at Colfontaine has now just completed this "pilgrimage way".To complete your tour, feel free to book a visit of the Van Gogh House in Cuesmes and the Marcasse site, two iconic locations of Van Gogh's time in the Borinage.The Van Gogh House in Cuesmes is also accessible with the Van Gogh Pass, available for purchase at visitMons or directly on site.For more information about the artist’s time in the region, visit our Van Gogh in the Borinage website.

221 Rue Wilson 7340 Wasmes
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La maison du peuple de Pâturages
1.4 km

La maison du peuple de Pâturages

La maison du peuple de Pâturages a été inaugurée en août 1903 dans le centre du quartier ouvrier. À travers son administrateur, Louis Pépin, la coopérative ouvrière « Union, Progrès, économie » (fondée en 1885) demande à Eugène Bodson, architecte, d’édifier une maison du peuple. Celle-ci accueillera un café et une salle des fêtes ainsi que des bureaux et des salles de réunion. Progressivement, elle se dotera également d’une mercerie, d’une épicerie, d’un magasin d’aunage et, plus tard, d’un « Grand Magasin du Peuple ». Le bâtiment, imposant, est dominé par la ligne classique. Composé d’un double corps de sept travées qui s’élève sur deux niveaux, l’édifice est couvert d’une haute toiture d’ardoises artificielles. La travée centrale est mise en évidence par son balcon ainsi que par le fronton courbe qui coiffe le pignon. La façade néoclassique est caractérisée par le jeu entre frontons triangulaires et courbes ainsi que par les cordons moulurés et le faux appareil régulier. Épinglons l’opposition entre style historiciste, utilisation de matériaux très modernes (colonnettes métalliques) et décoration Art nouveau (ornements en coup de fouet). Les mots « Progrès » et « Union » apparaissent sur les sgraffites, situés sous les appuis de fenêtres de l’étage. On peut également remarquer le sgraffite central représentant le « Triomphe du travail », œuvre de Paul Cauchie, tout comme les deux portraits de César de Paepe et d’Alfred Defuisseaux. Monument classé : 28-10-1982  

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Tour du Lait Buré
2.4 km

Tour du Lait Buré

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.

12 Rue Belle Maison 7340 Colfontaine
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Domaine des Deux Hêtres - La Chambre de l'Impératrice
5 km

Domaine des Deux Hêtres - La Chambre de l'Impératrice

Welcome to Domaine des Deux Hêtres, an exceptional destination in the heart of the Nature Park of the Hauts-Pays, in the picturesque village of Sars-la-Bruyère, in Frameries. This unique estate invites you to experience a timeless getaway where history and nature blend harmoniously. The 18th-century château, a witness to World War I, will captivate history enthusiasts, while its 10-hectare park will enchant nature lovers.The estate offers four elegant, recently renovated rooms, combining comfort and refinement. Each room, ideal for two people, is equipped with high-quality bedding and a private bathroom, ensuring an intimate and relaxing stay.Every morning, enjoy a complete and varied breakfast, mainly composed of local and homemade products, served in our dining room (by the fireplace in winter for a warm and cozy atmosphere).We also offer an aperitif and/or guest table service upon request. Depending on the season, Elisabeth and Géraud, passionate about homemade cuisine, prepare delicious meals using local ingredients and vegetables from our garden. Pair your meal with local beers or carefully selected wines and sparkling wines from our wine expert. We also invite you to discover sparkling wines from neighboring vineyards such as Mont des Anges, Ruffus, and Chant d'Eole.Are you visiting with a group (family, friends, colleagues…)? We can adapt our services to accommodate more than 8 people. Feel free to contact us to find the best option that suits your needs and preferences.

20 Rue de le Haye 7080 Sars-la-Bruyère
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Domaine des Deux Hêtres - La Chambre de la Comtesse
5 km

Domaine des Deux Hêtres - La Chambre de la Comtesse

Welcome to Domaine des Deux Hêtres, an exceptional retreat in the heart of the Nature Park of the Hauts-Pays, nestled in the charming village of Sars-la-Bruyère, in Frameries. This unique estate offers you the opportunity to experience a timeless stay, where history and nature come together.The 18th-century castle, a privileged witness to World War I, will captivate history and heritage enthusiasts, while its preserved 10-hectare park will enchant nature lovers.We welcome you to four carefully renovated rooms, combining comfort and elegance. Each room, tastefully decorated, features high-end bedding and a private bathroom. Ideal for two guests, they guarantee an intimate and relaxing stay.Every morning, enjoy a complete and varied breakfast, mainly composed of local and homemade products, served in our cozy dining room (by the fire in winter for extra warmth and comfort).We also offer an aperitif and/or table d’hôtes option upon request. Depending on the season, Elisabeth and Géraud, passionate about home-style cooking, prepare delicious meals using local ingredients and vegetables from our garden. Complement your meals with local beverages such as craft beers, wines, and sparkling selections carefully chosen by our wine expert. We also invite you to discover sparkling wines from our neighbors Mont des Anges, Ruffus, and Chant d’Eole.Visiting with a group (family, friends, colleagues…)? We offer tailored packages to accommodate more than 8 guests. Contact us to create the perfect stay that matches your needs and desires.

20 Rue de le Haye 7080 Sars-la-Bruyère
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Domaine des Deux Hêtres - La Chambre Rose
5 km

Domaine des Deux Hêtres - La Chambre Rose

Welcome to Domaine des Deux Hêtres, a true gem of nature located in the heart of the Nature Park of the Hauts-Pays, in the picturesque village of Sars-la-Bruyère, Frameries. This exceptional estate, with its 18th-century castle steeped in history, offers you a unique setting for a timeless stay. A witness to World War I, the castle will appeal to history and heritage enthusiasts, while its 10-hectare park will captivate nature lovers.We offer four refined rooms, fully renovated to ensure your comfort. Each room is equipped with high-quality bedding and a private bathroom. Our rooms accommodate two people and provide a warm and intimate atmosphere.Each morning, enjoy a complete and varied breakfast, primarily composed of local and homemade products. In winter, you can enjoy your meal by the fire in our cozy dining room.We also offer an aperitif or table d’hôtes option, upon request. The meals are carefully prepared by Elisabeth and Géraud, passionate about family-style cooking. Depending on the season, you will discover delicious dishes made from regional products and vegetables from our own garden. Local drinks, such as craft beers, as well as wines and sparkling beverages carefully selected by our wine expert, are also available.If you wish to organize a group stay (family, friends, colleagues...), we can adapt our services to accommodate more than 8 people. Don’t hesitate to contact us to define the package that suits your needs and desires.

20 Rue de le Haye 7080 Sars-la-Bruyère
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