Characteristic of a region, a village, discover the traditional village settlements and the elements of rural heritage which comprise them.
The stone of the villages of the "Vallée Blanche"
An old mill and ancient galleries dug into the limestone rock as a place of residence for magical beings...
A traditional house shaped to adapt to the rigours of the region's climate.
Some of the traditional houses in Mirwart still proudly bear witness to an old building technique.
The softness and variety of a colour palette contrasting with the surrounding meadows and the harsh Ardennes countryside nearby.
Facades inspired by urban mansions, a symbol of economic growth and success for the Olne bourgeoisie of the 18th century.
Textures, materials and traditional volumetry characterise this old Ardennes farmhouse.
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.
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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