Top Things to do in The Ardennes
What to do and see in The Ardennes, Wallonia: The Best History Museums
A smorgasbord of flavors come from this lofty land in the hilly southeast of Belgium: game, wild boar, venison, smoked ham, the region's famous paté and world-renowned Trappist beers. Primarily located in Belgium, the Ardennes mountains also nudge into France and Luxembourg. Dense forests flank the steep hillsides, and market towns and villages perch on river banks. Spring and summer show this lush area at its best, but cross country skiing opportunities make a good case for winter visits.
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1. Musee de la Vie D'Autrefois et du Tarare
2. Ecomuseum of the Viroin
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
In a magnificent 16 century farm castle, the Ecomuseum of the Viroin is a link between past, present and futur. The museum focuses on the social and economical history of the beautiful Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse region. It tells the story of men and women, craftmen, farmers and villagers...
3. Musee du Coticule
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Le Musée du Coticule est une réalisation de l'A.S.B.L. Val du Glain Terre de Salm. En 1973, l'A.S.B.L. Val du Glain Terre de Salm fut fondée dans le nord de la Province de Luxembourg, aux fins d'étudier et d'illustrer la Haute Ardenne. Elle a pour objet la recherche et la conservation de toute trace d'activité humaine en rapport avec le passé de la région, la publication de travaux divers, de
4. ReGare, Centre d'Interpretation du Patrimoine Fossois et Regional
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Your discovery of Fosses-la-Ville starts at the local and regional Heritage interpretation Center, ReGare. The Chinels, the septennial St-Feuillen March (immaterial heritage UNESCO) or the Limotche won't have any secrets left for you! ReGare is located alongside the RAVeL cycle and footpath. E-bikes rental, "Bikes Welcome" and disabled access.
5. Museum Vieille Montagne
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Discover a territorial experiment. Experience the fascinating history of Neutral Moresnet, a small area with coveted mineral resources: calamine has been mined there for centuries. The production of zinc, a new material of the 19th century, takes it into an industrial dimension. The museum presents this adventure in the Vieille-Montagne management building, which dominates the former mining site.
6. Baugnez 44 Historical Centre
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4.5 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By conrad57 - Ieper (Ypres), Belgium
This is a site ( massacre of US Army POWs at the Crossroads nearby ) of historical importance to show how the situation can have a decisive impact on individual soldiers. Visiting the memorial site and the museum is a must see for every interested person in the Battle of the Ardennes. Fantastic collection of historical correct uniforms and equipment and very wel displayed. The audio system works splendid and is even overwhelming in its information in so far it can become to much. The uniformed mannequins, the equipment, armory, information, rewards, badges,.... highly informative. A MUST SEE!!! Friendly staff, top location, up to date and a small cafetaria in annexe. Don't forget to visit also LA GLAIZE museum with the kings tiger tank ( Königstiger Panzer ). Remember the hardship these men went through in the frostbite of the winter 1944 into 1945. So many got maimed, prisoner of war or lost their live. Respect
7. Le Musee Gaumais
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
8. Musee de la Vie Rurale
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
9. Logne Castle
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By falien83 - Delft, The Netherlands
The climb towards the ruins is pretty high over a cobblestone path. But when you're there it's so worth it. You can walk around, thru and over the ruins. They wil give you a paper with information.. al over the ruins are numbers that correspondent to a number on the paper, where you can find info about that part. Al the way in the front is a little museum, with a lot of stuff that they found in the well of the castle. Overal, its a pretty climb to get up there.. But so worth it
10. Prehistomuseum
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4.5 based on 94 reviews
For the first time in Europe, a museum stretches out over 30 hectares. It is not simply restricted to one single building containing archaeological collections but rather is spread out in the forest, marked out by unique experiences, each one opening a different door on the past. It is you who creates your path, your own travel diary through time and space. The Prehistomuseum is: 1 classified cave 2 permanent exhibitions 2 temporary exhibitions per year 9 outdoor experiences 12 practical workshops 1 archeorestaurant 1 plain of mammoth games 8km of forest walks 1 attractive shop 1 auditorium with 170 seats Series of lectures 1 training and research centre 1 presentation area for companies The original and offbeat 30 hectare museum for the whole family.
Reviewed By Elsyib - Liege, Belgium
I went with my toddler and baby for the activities during Christmas, and we loved it. The highlight was the visit to the dark cave. He did it twice. All the staff were very friendly and Santa was great with his stories and Q&A :) The only negative thing is that it was very hard to take the baby stroller to the cave and Santa’s place because a few parts were very muddy. Also, there were parts with gravel and the stroller was stuck. A few notes to parents: - if you have a baby with your toddler, you need to be two adults, one to stay with the baby outside so you can visit the cave with your toddler (mandatory to accompany the child) - in winter, the child should wear rubber boots because a few parts are muddy and slippery. - the place has a baby changer and stools for kids to reach the sinks. - the staff were very kind and allowed me to use a chair in their meeting room to nurse my baby.
