Namur is a great vacation destination for those who like picturesque natural beauties. The city and its immediate surroundings have many beautiful places to explore. Many interesting hiking trails are laid along the banks of the Lesse River. It is unnavigable, only part of this river is accessible for kayaking and canoeing. In the warmer months, local sports centers organize rafting here. Walks along the waterfront are very popular among tourists. Here you can visit picturesque forests, admire beautiful cliffs and rocks. Local forests are inhabited by many wild animals and birds. The best time to go for a walk is the warm season. Several ancient castles have been preserved in these places, so walking can always be combined with sightseeing.
The main historical symbol of the city is La Citadelle de Namur. The very first fortification in its place was erected back in the 3rd-4th centuries by the Romans. The bastion built by them … Open
1. Namur does not have its international airport but has a major railway station. Most often, it serves trains from Brussels, Luxembourg, and Paris. From the French capital, the city can be … Open
One of Namur's main entertainment centers is Grand Casino, a legendary historic casino. It occupies a spectacular old building standing on the riverbank and attracts not only fans of gambling but all fans of evening rest in an unusual setting. In the evening, the casino building and its surrounding area are spectacularly illuminated, which makes the area one of the most interesting for evening walks. Classic casino tables and all kinds of slot machines are available for guests here. You can also diversify your leisure in a nice bar. It is worth noting that the casino often hosts evening show programs.
In the warmer months, one of the favorite spots among townspeople is Parc Attractif Reine Fabiola. This beautiful park is an open-air entertainment and leisure center that would be of interest to absolutely everyone. For the smallest ones, it provides playgrounds with slides and sandboxes, while sports grounds are available for adults and older children. In summer, an open-air stage is set up in the park to hold regular concerts. The park has a lovely cafe. While adults enjoy their favorite dishes, children can play on the playgrounds equipped here. In many ways, this park is aimed at vacationers with children, but local youth and older people are frequent visitors too.
Fans of an unusual setting must visit the popular cafe Aux 3D Namur. This cafe is noteworthy because here you can not only enjoy your favorite dishes but also play board games. Shelves with various games stand right in the hall, and visitors can use them for free. Such an original cafe will be an ideal place to relax on a rainy day having fun with the whole family. Holidays and fairs taking place in the city all year round will not let you get bored Active tourists and festivalgoers would be most interested in visiting Namur in summer.