In the south of Belgium, in the Wallonia region, is the Meuse River, which runs through the forests and hills of the Ardennes, following its course, you will find one of the most beautiful towns in the country called Dinantwhich is known as the Daughter of the Meuse.
This is one little city of about 15,000 inhabitants can be traveled on foot and that offers countless tourist attractions. Dinant looks like a postcard and its architecture and landscapes are unbeatable. It is located an hour and a quarter away by train from Brussels.
Among the most iconic places in this beautiful city is the Catholic Church Collegiate Church of Our Lady which has a very particular bulb-shaped dome and a monumental stained glass window in shades of blue that is one of the tallest in Europe.
The Citadel is a fortress which is reached after climbing 408 steps, although it can also be reached through the cable car located in the center of the city and from where you can enjoy the most spectacular views of the Meuse.
He too Charles De Gaulle Bridgewhich connects the two shores, is a very unique place as it is adorned with colored saxophones decorated by different countries, and is a tribute to the hometown of Adolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone.
You can visit the House of Monsieur Sax, birthplace of Adolphe Sax, where you will learn about the history of the saxophone from its origin to the saxophone we know today. During the summer the Jazz Nights festival is held, which makes Dinant a meeting point for music lovers in Europe.
The Abbey of Our Lady of Leffe, is another pride of the city, which gives rise to the most famous beer in Belgium and that you can taste in the most famous breweries of the place that are La Caracole and Le Bocq. You can also visit some of the surrounding castles such as Celles Vêves Castle, Lavaux Sainte Anne Castle and Freÿr Castle.
If you love nature, Furfooz Park and Nature Reserveis a protected area where the flora and fauna of the region are preserved, where you can take a 4 kilometer tour through nature, visit the archaeological park and discover the fort and the Roman baths, as well as admire the caves and caverns inhabited long ago. thousands of years.
Another place to be in contact with nature is Grotte La Merveilleuse, which are impressive caves where you can see countless stalactites and very impressive waterfalls. But if you prefer a different walk, an excellent place is Dinant Adventurewith a shallow river ideal for kayaking and that allows picnics and barbecues in some places.
If you have doubts about the areas to visit, Maison du Tourismeoffers all the information you need and will explain in detail how to get to the places of interest, their schedules and will help you plan your route in the best way.