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Partez à la découverte d'un ensemble d'ouvrages hydrauliques unique au monde et laissez-vous surprendre par la créativité de nos ingénieurs, lesquels ont permis à des générations de bateaux de navigation intérieure de surmonter des reliefs importants au fil des siècles !

Come to the Royal Museum of Mariemont for a rewarding and secure visit ! Upon arrival, let yourself fall under the charm of our natural and archaeological parc in which you'll encounter romantic ruins of an 18th century castle and majestic exotic essences. At the heart of this verdant oasis, an ambitious architectural achievement invites you to a journey at the crossroads of time and cultures: treasures from all over the world and of great civilisations –from antique Rome to ancient China, including Egypt and Middle East– intertwine with those of our own Hainaut province and Belgian history. Come and spend an unforgettable moment in the largest museum of Wallonia!

Open on weekends from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry 4 p.m.) Practical information: Adult: 5 euros/pers. Child from 12 to 18 years old/Senior: 4 euros/pers. Child from 6 to 12 years old: 1 euro/child. Average length of visit: 1 hour The foundation of the Abbey of Aulne dates back to the 7th century. It will keep its reputation as ""Aulne la Riche"" until its destruction. What happened before, during and after the sacking of May 14, 1794? Discover this Cistercian gem located in the Valley of Peace... In the 7th century, Maurosus, a notorious brigand, returns to settle on the scene of his misdeeds in the hope of seeing his faults redeemed. He converts to Christianity. He founded Aulne a few leagues from Lobbes and took the baptismal name Landelin. Initially Aulne is dependent on Lobbes and suffers from numerous invasions. In 1147, it became part of the Principality of Liège and became a Cistercian abbey, obeying the order of Clairvaux.From this period, Aulne-la-Riche entered into direct competition with Lobbes-la-Savante. Today, in the middle of nature, she exposes herself in front of you. Spend a day, a weekend, visit it, take the time to discover Aulne, its RAVeL along the water, its boat trips, its mini-golf, its many terraces on the banks of the Sambre.

Want to take a walk, discover a forest pond and learn while having fun? Come to the Virelles Aquascope! Thanks to its reed bed and its 80 hectare lake, the Aquascope Virelles is the center par excellence for the discovery of all the splendors that nature has to offer. Whether you are a novice, a naturalist or whether you come with your family or a group, the pond will make you discover its thousand and one riches. The Aquascope Virelles mission is to combine tourism, education and environmental protection. This is to keep the tourist use of the site but to reduce its impact on the environment and put it to the benefit of awareness.

A high place of tourism in Wallonia Located in a magnificent environment, surrounded by nature, the Biercée Distillery is an unforgettable place to visit. It is housed in the unique setting of the Ferme de la Cour, former outbuilding and court of justice of the Abbey of Lobbes, a jewel of Walloon heritage located on the high plateau of Ragnies, a few kilometers from Thuin, in the south of the province. from Hainaut (Belgium). Whether you are an adult and passionate about local spirits or curious to discover an exceptional place, you will be warmly welcomed for an individual or group guided tour. Accompanied by one of our employees, you will discover, during a multi-sensory visit, our history and the main ingredients at the base of our alcohols, but also at the heart of the active distillery, the secrets of the art of traditional distillation or how the best fresh and unprocessed lemons from Murcia become a bottle of Eau de Villée! At the end of the visit, you are offered a tasting of our flagship products, if, of course, you are of legal age to consume alcohol. If not, a soft drink is offered to you. At the end of the visit, you will of course have the opportunity to buy our products from the distillery shop and take advantage of our current offer. A car park with 300 spaces is easily accessible and free. Places are reserved for people with reduced mobility. Bicycle parking is also available in the courtyard of the Ferme de la Cour. Dogs are allowed, except inside the production premises. Brasserie / Restaurant / Shop timetable: From Wednesday to Sunday: 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

First attraction of the Pays de Charleroi with 60,000 annual visitors, this essential must be marked with a cross on the tourist map of Wallonia! South of Charleroi, the Bois du Cazier is an unmissable cultural place against the background of industrial heritage.

IN THE TROPICS 365 days a year! Fun pool with massage jets and water cannons, giant jacuzzi, paddling pool with games for the little ones. Outdoor pool connected to the indoor pool, ""infinity jump"" slide.