Famenne - Ardennes
The Lesse, Ourthe and other small rivers meander through the area and you will find charming towns such as Somme-leuze, Marche-en-Famenne, Durbuy and Rochefort.
The region offers many highlights: Cool off in the limestone caves, discover fairytale castles, come face to face with wild animals, discover picturesque villages such as Ny or Wéris, sail down the Ourthe & the Lesse by kayak, or simply enjoy leafy parks stroll. You will discover a variety of attractions and activities as well as a rich cultural, architectural and historical heritage!
Taste Rochefort's famous Trappist beer and take a walk on winding roads or take on the challenge of a difficult ascent. Meet the European Big 5 or meander through the streets of the smallest town in the world. Are you already familiar with the concept of bushcraft? How to survive in and with nature, you will learn it in this exceptional region, also known as the UNESCO Geopark.
DISCOVER
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Castles such as Lavaux-Ste-Anne and Vêves and the Castle of the Counts of Rochefort
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Petite Somme Castle has a long history and is now home to the spiritual Indian community of Radhadesh .
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The Provincial Domain of Chevetogne
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The Caves of Hotton
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Durbuy, the smallest town in the world
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The megalithic site of Wéris
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Celles, Wéris and Ny, villages classified as one of the "most beautiful villages in Wallonia"
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The Castel Saint-Pierre City Park in Beauraing
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Kayaking 12 or 21km on the Lesse from Houyet or Gendron
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Ostrich farm Doneu near Rochefort
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Via Ferrata, ziplines, climbing forest and other adventures in Durbuy
TASTE
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Taste the craft beers at St Monon brewery in Ambly
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Local gin Fleur de Han or the 100% organic Arduenna
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At Slagerij Magerotte in Nassogne you will find top quality pork. The animals live here completely in freedom and honestly, you can taste that!
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The local beer Blonde de Han, specially brewed for the Cave of Han and only available in this region!
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The restaurant Arden of Chateau de Vignee, led by Flemish top chef Marius Bosmans
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The modern Tapas bar Le Central in Han-sur-Lesse changes menu regularly and offers delicious cocktails.