Visit a Prehistoric Cave
The city of Dinant is located on the West Bank of the Meuse, 40 kilometers from Namur. You can come here to visit the prehistoric cave of Mont-Shuf. It was the place where the goddess Diana was worshipped in Ancient Rome. It was used as a bomb shelter during World War II. If you go on a tour of an ancient natural landmark you can travel through the underground galleries for 50 minutes. Their height difference is 55 meters. Their total length is 650 meters. You will be interested to see stalactites and stalagmites. They were created by the river Les over several millennia.
The first mention of Namur belongs to the 7th century. The first settlers of this region were the Celts; then the area was conquered by the French people and later by the Austrians. Namur … Open
Tour of the Citadel Fortress
Streets Mervelew and Panorama lead to the hill. The main attraction of Namur is located on it. This is the Citadel Fortress. The Romans built it in the third century. The military museum is open in it today. There is a collapsed cave, a diorama, and a picturesque park nearby. You can get here by car on the mountain road that goes around the hill, by a stone staircase with 420 steps, or by using the funicular. It is open from 10 am to 5:30 pm.
The Belgian city of Namur, the capital of Wallonia, is a great vacation destination preferred by hundreds of tourists. Among them are those traveling with children. Here, they are provided … Open
River Trip
If you like water sports you can take a boat trip along the Meuse and Sambre rivers during your vacation in Namur. You can enjoy the sights of the city from a new side. You will also have the opportunity to visit the banks of the river Les. Its length is 89 kilometers. You can ride a kayak or canoe on its last 20 kilometers. You will enjoy a picturesque view of the forest, rocks, and cliffs.Tour of the Ardennes Forest
The slopes of the Ardennes Mountains are located in the vicinity of Namur. They have a height of 694 meters. The slopes are covered with forest. You can go on a tour to see beautiful trees, castles, ancient monasteries, and canyons. Local residents are engaged in mining of silicon, iron ore, and coal there. You can also visit the mysterious grottoes called "the Thousand and One Night" and the cave of Neptune.
Guests of Namur will have a chance to get acquainted with the traditions of Walloon cuisine, which is distinguished by a variety of interesting and hearty dishes. At restaurants representing … Open
Tour of the Caves Located in the Suburbs of Namur
You may be interested in a 90-minute tour of the Han-Sur-Lesse cave. It is located next to a village that has the same name. It is located in the suburb of Namur. It was formed due to the destruction of the hill by the Les River, which flows under it at a distance of 1 kilometer. You can get to the entrance of the natural attraction only by a small tram. You will overcome a path of 2 kilometers. The humidity is high inside the Han-Sur-Lesse. The temperature is 13 degrees Celsius there all year round.
You will be able to walk through the mazes during your journey. Their total length is 3 kilometers. You can look at the riverbed and visit the huge halls with electric lighting. There are large stalagmites there. For example, this is a stalagmite called "Minaret". Its height is 5 meters. There is also a stalagmite "Trophy" there. Its diameter is 6 meters. You can also see light and sound representation.
Namur lives a rich cultural life holding a lot of interesting holidays and festivals throughout the year. Some bright celebrations transform the city beyond recognition. At the end of … Open