Discover the Wonders of Sombreffe, Namur, Namur

This walk invites you to discover Sombreffe and its surroundings. This entity, whose architectural heritage consists of several imposing farms, also has a feudal castle classified as an exceptional heritage of Wallonia. While enjoying the landscape composed of cultivated fields and meadows, you will discover the typical farms of the region and you will cross the Roman road Bavay-Tongres. After admiring the feudal castle, your steps will take you to the "Goffe", a picturesque place where the Sombre crosses a wall of reddish rubble and then widens into a sheet of water once frequented by washerwomen. The Sombre walk will undoubtedly please lovers of nature and tranquility.

The buildings that punctuate the trail include castle farms, chapels, and churches. They are scattered throughout the charming village of Tongrinne.The starting point is at Place de Flavigny, a few meters from the rectory, one of the oldest buildings in the village. You will also pass the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes. It is said to contain a stone from the Grotto of Lourdes. Your path will also take you to the Tongrenelle castle farm before returning to your starting point. No signage.

A 30 km route to discover 6 castles around Sombreffe, passing through the communes of Gembloux and Jemeppe-sur-Sambre.

Between history and nature, discover Sombreffe Castle and its surroundings from a famous village: Ligny. It was here that Napoleon achieved his last victory... before Waterloo.This walk will introduce you to relaxing rural landscapes, centuries-old heritage, and the typical Terra Curiosa region.

Trails and discoveries in the historic heart of Ligny, the village that witnessed the final victory of the French Emperor: Napoleon. During the walk, you will discover historic buildings, witnesses to the great events of past centuries.

Starting from Visit Sombreffe – where you can rent bikes – set off to discover the farms of Terra Curiosa. A journey through local heritage, landscapes, and regional products.

Do you enjoy very long walks? This hike is for you. Starting from the Ligny 1815 Museum, a museum dedicated to Napoleon's final victory, you'll have the opportunity to explore exceptional rural landscapes. Along the way, a surprising heritage will be revealed.

"Go back in time and re-live Napoleon's last victory, at Ligny on 16th June 1815, two days before his defeat at Waterloo. Seven rooms take you on a journey of nearly 200 years into the past. • Historical centre ""Général Gérard"". Audioguide. • Museum, souvenir shop, refreshments. • Large parking. Less than 1km from the station. • Can be combined with other visits."

Spend some romantic moments in the outbuildings of this château, in the middle of the woods. Come and admire the beauty of the hundred-year-old trees, which make this a magical place to take a break. A little corner of paradise in Walloon Brabant, in Villers-la-Ville, where you can also enjoy a sauna. This gîte is also ideally equipped for families: baby changing equipment, on-site babysitting possible, ping-pong, board games, books and comics,...

Exceptional listed Walloon heritage, the Villers-la-Ville Cistercian Abbey is remarkably preserved since the 12th century!Explore its reception-shop area with a wide choice of local products, its interpretive centre and its tour itinerary. Get a panoramic 180° view of all the Abbey.The 8 beautiful gardens in very different styles are also to be admired. The Physic Garden is filled with all sorts of plants used in everyday life in the Middle Ages while the Monks’ Garden and Pharmacy Garden present medicinal plants past and present. The Abbey Garden, the Garden of Scents with its Meditative Path, and the timeline of old garden rosebushes form the three ornamental gardens. Two fruit gardens complete this set, the conservation and experimental orchard and the port of Brussels orchard.With the family of friends, explore Villers-la-Ville Abbey, its architecture, its history, its gardens and its animals!

A rural micro-cottage in the heart of BelgiumAccessible to people with reduced mobilitySingle-storey cottage in a c closed and secured yardPrivate terrasse and little garden, barbecue and bikes available For business, office space in the cottage, access to an equipped meeting room upon reservation, private and secure parkingVisit of the mini-farm and feeding of the animals on request

Relax in this unique and quiet bed and breakfast in Sart-Dames-Avelines in Walloon Brabant. Enjoy the outdoor jacuzzi (open all year round) and heated swimming pool (open from April to October) in a rural setting.

Curious about the world around you? About our landscapes, their evolution, the life hidden within them, and what it has to tell us? The trails are calling you... The roadsides inspire you... The groves fill you with wonder... and a thousand questions accompany your outings!Saute-ruisseau is a non-profit nature organization active in the field of Environmental Education and Lifelong Learning.This association aims to awaken and cultivate curiosity and knowledge of the environments that surround us and the life that inhabits them. Through its many activities, it seeks to foster an understanding of the value of these environments and promote a more sustainable coexistence between humans and other species.Create your experience here.

The association for the sake of: the creation, the education, the diffusion, the artistic production...

Sombreffe is an interesting example of a mediaeval lowland château. It can be divided into two parts: an upper courtyard, with a porch-tower and dungeon, and a lower courtyard, protected by a polygonal enclosing wall with circular towers, and by a moat. The 15th-century dungeon has a fine upper floor, with a rib-vaulted ceiling, a fireplace, window-seats, and latrines. The lower courtyard was reached via the gatehouse which, like the other towers, has arrow-slits and cannon-holes. Building listed by RD (25-11-1971) Listed as an exceptional heritage site of Wallonia

"Previously, the monument was located on Chaussée de Nivelles, at the school of the French Community (currently no. 79 81). The school was demolished to rebuild a new one. This was inaugurated on November 30, 1979. It was probably during this work that the monument was transferred next to the church, but this is not certain, since according to the Sombreffe website: A monument that looks on the wrong side - Unusual Belgium, the monument would have found its current location in 1970."Source: Bel-Memorial.org

Located near the Sombreffe municipal administration, this small garden of about ten acres has everything it needs to foster biodiversity.A small pond, a swallow tower, fruit trees, insect nesting boxes...A few information panels allow visitors to learn more about its management.PRACTICAL INFORMATION:Free accessFree admission

The current church of Mont dates from 1858. It replaced another much older building whose tower collapsed during a service. The current church is dedicated to Our Lady of the Assumption (August 15) and the auxiliary patron is Saint Laurent.Source: www.upsombreffe.be/unite-pastorale/paroisses/sombreffe/historique-sombreffe/

Founded in 1983, Samaravia is a non-profit organization that contributes to the cultural and historical awakening of the Commune of Sombreffe, by organizing various activities and events."We offer weekly creative workshops for young and old. We organize different events during the year (exhibitions, shows, concerts, etc.) in partnership with local stakeholders. And as part of the PECA, we develop school culture projects such as artistic activities in class and shows offered to students. Through our actions, we wish to promote cultural and civic emancipation by stimulating the imagination, sharing and expression of everyone."

The Burger Grill favours short circuits to offer you varied and quality dishes. The Burger Grill offers all the dishes of fast food but also a series of house specialities such as the meatballs with chicory sauce or its delicious carbonades with Bertinchamps sauce.In a friendly, designer setting, everyone can find something to their liking on the menu, which offers salads, pasta dishes and numerous grills served with seasonal vegetables.Orders can be placed on the spot or by telephone.The Burger Grill has two restaurants: one in Sombreffe and one in Gembloux!