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Traditional settlements

Characteristic of a region, a village, discover the traditional village settlements and the elements of rural heritage which comprise them.

Type of discoveries
Land of Herve
  • Olne

Patrician houses in Olne

Traditional settlements

Facades inspired by urban mansions, a symbol of economic growth and success for the Olne bourgeoisie of the 18th century.

Fagne-Famenne
  • Ny

Half-timbered houses Ny

Traditional settlements

In the village of Ny, there are qualitative examples of buildings with half-timbered facades or gables.

Ardennes
  • Laforêt

Tobacco drying kilns in Laforêt

Traditional settlements

Reminiscent of the old tobacco activity, they enliven the picturesque village of Laforêt with their centuries-old frames.

Fagne-Famenne
  • Soulme
Moulin de Soulme

Soulme Mill

Traditional settlements

A peaceful, prime location along the Hermeton River for this harmonious ensemble whose origins date back to the 15th century - Listed monument.

Fagne-Famenne
  • Wéris

Old fortified house of Wéris

Traditional settlements

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.

Land of Herve
  • Clermont-sur-Berwinne
Habitat sur la Place de la Halle

Late 17th century building in Clermont-sur-Berwinne

Traditional settlements

An elegant late 17th century building as the entrance to the Place de la Halle - Listed monument.

Condroz
  • Sosoye

Former Baudart Brewery

Traditional settlements

Evidence of the village's brewing activity since 1847.

Ardennes
  • Laforêt
Ferme crépie ardennaise à Laforêt

Ardennes plastered farm in Laforêt

Traditional settlements

Textures, materials and traditional volumetry characterise this old Ardennes farmhouse.

Ardennes
  • Mirwart

Old Mill of Mirwart

Traditional settlements

A privileged location, at the bottom of the valley and taking advantage of the natural elements, for this old mill whose origins date back to the year 1600.

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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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