Ardennes: Versatility for everyone
Nature lovers, hikers, mountain bikers, WWII enthusiasts, sports enthusiasts, culture fanatics and gourmets: everyone will find something to their liking in the Belgian Ardennes. Add to that the fact that every season is special here and you have the ideal holiday region.
You can get there by car in no time: the Belgian Ardennes. Here you will find historic villages, endless forests with babbling rivers and phenomenal views. You'll feel like you're in a faraway country. Every season is special here. In spring you'll see red poppy fields and lambs in the vast meadows. The rivers and extensive forests provide cooling in summer. With the arrival of autumn, the forests change into a beautiful palette of colours and at night you listen to rutting deer. And in winter, a thick blanket of snow transforms the Ardennes into a fairytale cross-country skiing paradise.
Every season is special here
Whether you come for adventure or relaxation: the wooded hilly landscape makes the Ardennes a fantastic holiday destination for everyone. Active people can enjoy themselves at the rock formations, wild rivers and steep mountain slopes. Cycling, abseiling, rafting or on horseback. In winter you can even cross-country ski here. Those seeking peace and quiet can enjoy wonderful walks and beautiful views. The rich history is clearly visible. From beautiful towns like Dinant and La Roche to special castles. The Second World War has also left its mark on the Ardennes. You can find them in the impressive war museums. Tasting Belgian beers and enjoying the Ardennes cuisine: gourmets will also have a great time here!
Things to do in the Ardennes
Visit Dinant. The city seems to be built against a steep rock face, with a huge citadel on top. You can go up by cable car, then take an exciting tour inside the meter-thick walls and return to the lively center via the 408 steps. www.citadellededinant.be
Things to see in the Ardennes
The world-famous Caves of Han with a wildlife park. A historic tram takes you to the entrance of the caves for a tour between limestone (360 million years old!), stalactites and stalagmites. Afterwards, you can walk or take the open safari car through the wildlife park.
Things to taste in the Ardennes
Orval beer! Cistercian monks live and work in the Trappist monastery of Orval. They brew 70,000 hectoliters of Orval beer annually. The Trappist beer is for sale in the shop and in the cozy brasserie A l'Ange Gardien you can eat and taste the special Trappist beer.
www.orval.be
