Characteristic of a region, a village, discover the traditional village settlements and the elements of rural heritage which comprise them.
A traditional house shaped to adapt to the rigours of the region's climate.
In the village of Ny, there are qualitative examples of buildings with half-timbered facades or gables.
A witness to the local bourgeoisie of the 19th century, this remarkable mansion opens its main whitewashed façade onto a carefully wooded courtyard.
Homogeneous volumes from the second half of the 19th century, typical of the regional habitat.
Facades inspired by urban mansions, a symbol of economic growth and success for the Olne bourgeoisie of the 18th century.
Reminiscent of the old tobacco activity, they enliven the picturesque village of Laforêt with their centuries-old frames.
An ancient fortified house, a witness to the medieval past of the village, which became a presbytery and a large residence with a proven heritage value.
The softness and variety of a colour palette contrasting with the surrounding meadows and the harsh Ardennes countryside nearby.
The banks of the streams in Crupet bear witness to the presence of numerous mills in the past.
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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