Our villages vary between rural heritage, classified monuments and remarkable sites. Whether castles, farms, churches or abbeys, traditional buildings, rural or natural heritage, discover the must-see Most Beautiful Villages of Wallonia!
Reminiscent of the old tobacco activity, they enliven the picturesque village of Laforêt with their centuries-old frames.
Dans le haut du village, le lavoir fut aménagé en 1865, en contrebas d'une source alimentant deux grands bacs en pierre calcaire ainsi que l'abreuvoir circulaire établi à proximité.
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With its back to the Place de la Halle, the silhouette of Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur church dominates the town and the countryside below
With origins dating back to the 13th century, this vast complex marks out its imposing silhouette in the Ragnies region and, since 2004, has been home to the famous Biercée Distillery.
Evidence of the village's brewing activity since 1847.
Considered one of the most beautiful medieval castles in Belgium, the Vêves Castle seems to come straight out of a fairy tale - Exceptional heritage of Wallonia (Outside the village - 2km).
A prestigious monastery from which emanates plenitude, tranquillity and absoluteness. An architectural ensemble of great beauty to which one cannot remain indifferent... (Outside the village - 3 km).
A brewery that used to be supplied with water by the Brou, a small, partly arched stream that flowed nearby.
A former vicarage dating from 1729, with an elegant volume skilfully enlivened by details in Gobertange stone.
A witness to the local bourgeoisie of the 19th century, this remarkable mansion opens its main whitewashed façade onto a carefully wooded courtyard.
With its elongated layout parallel to the road, it seems to guard the access to the old shale bridge.
The association Les Plus Beaux Villages de Wallonie (The Most Beautiful Villages of Wallonia) oversees a network of 32 villages, bearers of a strong territorial identity and reflecting traditional architecture. It is committed to promoting the rural, cultural and natural heritage of Wallonia and is a part of the development of local and responsible tourism.
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