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Limbourg: from the Place Forte to the Nez de Napoleon

From its rocky promontory, the capital of the former Duchy of Limbourg, the former stronghold of Limbourg, overlooks the narrow meander of the Vesdre.

Its location, on a rugged hillside enclosed by ramparts, gives it the appearance of a perched village that has managed to preserve its medieval architecture.

The route will lead you to breathtaking panoramas such as the “Nez de Napoléon”, a rock named after the famous character.

Between the Herve bocage, the woods and the valley, you will enjoy the peace and quiet before reaching the old fortified town, which is listed in its entirety as an exceptional heritage site in Wallonia!

Tourist sites

Place de Limbourg : listed architectural complex and exceptional heritage of Wallonia
Romanesque church of Saint-Roch (Bilstain): listed monument and remarkable trees (Purple Beech)
Panorama : landscape and bocage of the Pays de Herve (Bilstain)
Saint-Jacques Wood
Grotte des Nutons: left bank of the Ru de Bilstain
“Nez de Napoléon”: rocky promontory with a superb panorama
Vesdre Valley: site of great biological interest “Natura 2000
Remarkable hedgerow areas: Hèvremont, Halloux and Goé (Hawthorn, Dogwood, Hazel, Holly, Honeysuckle)

Practical information

Ce circuit vous est proposé en partenariat avec le Royal Syndicat d’initiative de Limbourg.

Royal syndicat d’initiative de Limbourg
Place Saint-Georges, 30
4830 Limbourg
+32(0)494/59 55 91
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Number
of kilometres: 11 km

Some photos of Grande randonnée Limbourg

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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