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Forget dusty, boring museums. There are many to discover in Wallonia, each with its own universe, its own atmosphere. Some are vibrant, others quirky or immersive. All are incredibly welcoming, aiming at making learning fun. Exploring them is a pure delight, whether you are coming on your own, with family or friends.

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  • Malmundarium, a must see historical visit in Malmedy
    Malmedy

    Malmundarium, a must see historical visit in Malmedy

    The Malmundarium, a former Benedictine monastery, is a space dedicated to memory, art, history and culture in the Cantons de l'Est region.
  • The Aulne Abbey
    Discover the history of the Aulne Abbey, in Gozée, and the life of its Cistercian monks.
    Thuin

    The Aulne Abbey

    The ruins of the Cistercian Aulne Abbey are nestled on the right bank of the Sambre, in a place beautifully called "Vallée de la Paix" or Valley of peace. The atmosphere is indeed very soothing and calls for a pleasant walk.
  • The Centre for Engravings and Prints in La Louvière
    La Louvière

    The Centre for Engravings and Prints in La Louvière

    The Centre for Engravings and Prints is a place for encounters, creation and research, dedicated solely to contemporary prints...
  • Eben-Emael fort: a WW2 memorial site
    Crossing of galleries within the largest fort in Belgium - Eben-Emael in Bassenge
    Eben-Emael

    Eben-Emael fort: a WW2 memorial site

    Back in 1940, the main obstacle facing the northern prong of the German attack on Belgium was the city of Liège, protected by a newly upgraded ring of 12 forts. The most formidable of these was Eben-Emael, 20 miles north-east of the city, which was designed to prevent a crossing of the River Meuse and the Albert Canal.
  • Spa Horse Museum
    The Horse Museum in Spa - blacksmith
    Spa

    Spa Horse Museum

    Come and discover, in Queen Marie-Henriette's former stables, a permanent exhibition on equestrian activities in Spa.
  • Musée de la Vie rurale à Huissignies
    Museum - rural life - Huissignies - Chièvres
    Huissignies

    Musée de la Vie rurale à Huissignies

    In this museum, located in the province of Hainaut, time seems to have stopped.
  • The Ferme du Caillou, Napoleon's last headquarters before Waterloo
    Woman standing in front of a display case featuring historical object from 1815
    Vieux-Genappe

    The Ferme du Caillou, Napoleon's last headquarters before Waterloo

    The museum retraces, though a clever scenography, the night spent here by Napoleon, just before the Battle of Waterloo. The scenography recreates the atmosphere of the Emperor's headquarters through a clever setting and a selection of objects dating back to 1815.
  • Château de Jehay | Amay
    Amay

    Château de Jehay | Amay

    Located in the province of Liège, the Château de Jehay offers a remarkable architecture, unique in Europe. This impressive historical building, surrounded by moats, seems to appear as if by magic as you walk past the forest.
  • Maison Van Gogh, the Marais' house in Cuesmes
    Cuesmes

    Maison Van Gogh, the Marais' house in Cuesmes

    Located near Mons, the Maison du Marais is dedicated to Vincent Van Gogh, one of the greatest painters from the 19th century.
  • Notre-Dame d'Orval Abbey: a religious and gourmet visit
    Orval
    Villers-devant-Orval

    Notre-Dame d'Orval Abbey: a religious and gourmet visit

    Founded in 1132, Notre-Dame of Orval is one of the most remarkable Cistercian abbeys in Belgium. This historical location is still home to a bustling community of monks and even... a Trappist brewery.
  • MUMONS | Musée de l'Université de Mons
    Mons

    MUMONS | Musée de l'Université de Mons

    Science, art, curiosities... This university museum aims at giving you the keys to better understand the world around you.
  • Bouillon castle: a medieval gem in Wallonia
    Watch a falconry demonstration at the Bouillon castle
    Bouillon

    Bouillon castle: a medieval gem in Wallonia

    Built on three rock pitons overlooking the Semois river, the Bouillon Castle is a remarkable monument in the province of Luxembourg, retracing almost a thousand years of history and military architecture.
  • Tournai Natural History Museum and Vivarium
    Tournai

    Tournai Natural History Museum and Vivarium

    The Natural History Museum in Tournai, Belgium, features rich collections and a vivarium. Its 19th century setting has been wonderfully preserved.
  • Le Pavillon: an exhibition space dedicated to digital in Namur
    Namur

    Le Pavillon: an exhibition space dedicated to digital in Namur

  • The Keramis Ceramic Centre
    La Louvière

    The Keramis Ceramic Centre

    Discover the new Centre Keramis de la Louvière. A museum dedicated to ceramics and earthenware installed on the site of the factory Royal Boch ....
  • The Caves of Han estate and the PrehistoHan museum
    Han-sur-Lesse

    The Caves of Han estate and the PrehistoHan museum

    A fascinating exhibition presents 50 years of underwater excavations in the river Lesse
  • Tournai Fine Arts Museum
    Tournai

    Tournai Fine Arts Museum

    The current Museum of Fine Arts was born from the genius of Art Nouveau architecture, Victor Horta.
  • Musées de la Ville d'eaux et du cheval | Spa
    Spa

    Musées de la Ville d'eaux et du cheval | Spa

    Located in the former Villa Royale, residence of the second queen of the Belgian Marie Henriette, the Museum de la Ville d'eaux unveils the history of Spa.
  • Stavelot Abbey: an centre of culture in the province of Liège
    Stavelot

    Stavelot Abbey: an centre of culture in the province of Liège

    Stavelot Abbey, a Benedictine abbey funded in 651, is a fascinating historical site featuring 3 amazing museums and archaeological  finds, each taking you on amazing cultural journeys.
  • The Espace Gallo-Romain in Ath and its remarkably preserved vessels
    Ath

    The Espace Gallo-Romain in Ath and its remarkably preserved vessels

    The boats and archaeological artefacts presented at the Espace Gallo-romain are the results of an exceptional discovery made in Pommeroeul in 1975. Join us on a journey through time to learn more about the Romans in Ath.
  • SILEX'S Mons: the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes
    Spiennes

    SILEX'S Mons: the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes

    Just 6 km from Mons, the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes or SILEX'S, listed by UNESCO, are well worth a visit...
  • The Musée du Pays d'Ourthe-Amblève in Comblain-au-Pont
    Comblain-Au-Pont

    The Musée du Pays d'Ourthe-Amblève in Comblain-au-Pont

    Housed in an old presbytery dating from the 17th century, the Musée du Pays d'Ourthe-Amblève, invites visitors on a fascinating journey in the history of man, from Prehistoric times to today.
  • Pouhon Pierre le Grand | Spa
    Spa

    Pouhon Pierre le Grand | Spa

    Pouhon Pierre le Grand, the main source of Spa and an exceptional heritage element, is home to one of the most abundant and carbonated springs in the city. Rich in iron, invigorating and loaded with mineral salts, it produces an average of 21,000 liters per day.
  • Bois-du-Luc: a UNESCO mining site, witness of the Industrial Revolution
    Houdeng-Aimeries

    Bois-du-Luc: a UNESCO mining site, witness of the Industrial Revolution

    The Bois-du-Luc mining site was one of the main witnesses of the industrial revolution in Wallonia. This extraordinary historical heritage, wonderfully well preserved, is protected by UNESCO.
  • Piconrue Museum | Bastogne
    Maison des Légendes room within the Musée de la Grande Ardenne
    Bastogne

    Piconrue Museum | Bastogne

    These two museums, at the very heart of Bastogne, will reveal the magic of the Ardenne traditions and culture, from the ethnographic heritage to religious craft.
  • Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo battlefield: a 360° fresco
    Braine-l'Alleud

    Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo battlefield: a 360° fresco

    This extraordinary, full scale mural present the various scenes of the 1815 battle between Wellington and Napoleon's troops. Painted in 1912, it gives an impressive 3D feel.
  • Malagne, the Archéopark presenting our ancestors: the Gauls
    Rochefort

    Malagne, the Archéopark presenting our ancestors: the Gauls

    Travel back to Gallo-Roman times! In this archeopark, between gardens and vegetable patches, you will have a chance to be a blacksmith, a potter, a baker... A wonderful immersive, historical experience.
  • ArtHouse: masterpieces by 20th century artists in Chaudfontaine
    Entrance to the Water Museum and the Chaudfontaine Modern Art Museum - ArtHouse - WaterHouse in the province of Liège
    Chaudfontaine

    ArtHouse: masterpieces by 20th century artists in Chaudfontaine

    This incredible museum features in its permanent collections work by the greatest artists of the last century: Magritte, Picasso, Matisse, Warhol, Folon are only a few of the master painters to admire there. This cultural space is family friendly and a wonderful place to introduce younger generations to modern art.
  • Guillaume Apollinaire museum at Stavelot Abbey
    Exhibition room with texts by Guillaume Apollinaire and photos
    Stavelot

    Guillaume Apollinaire museum at Stavelot Abbey

    The Guillaume Apollinaire museum retraces the stay of the poet in the region.
  • Villers Abbey, part of Wallonia's exceptional cultural heritage
    Aerial view of Villers-la-Ville abbey in Belgium
    Villers-la-Ville

    Villers Abbey, part of Wallonia's exceptional cultural heritage

    The Villers Abbey, built in 1146, now in ruins is a stunning witness of how the Cistercian Monks lived. The site is considered one of the most complete in Europe as it features remains of all the buildings used daily.
  • The Château de Seneffe, its estate and its Silverware Museum
    Seneffe

    The Château de Seneffe, its estate and its Silverware Museum

    The Château de Seneffe estate and its Museum feature one of Belgium's most important silverware collections.
  • The Domaine de Bérinzenne and the Maison de la Nature (Spa)
    Spa

    The Domaine de Bérinzenne and the Maison de la Nature (Spa)

    Nestled at the heart of the forests near Spa, by the Fagne de Malchamps, this estate opens its spaces to the public: a panoramic tower, a tree planted park with a pond and picnic area. It is also home to the Musée de la Forêt et des Eaux and to the CRIE.
  • Musée du Malgré-Tout & Prehistoric park in Treignes
    Treignes

    Musée du Malgré-Tout & Prehistoric park in Treignes

    Travel through time thanks to archaeological artefacts found in the region, from Neanderthal to Gallo Roman times... The Musée du Malgré Tout, in Treignes, is sure to wow you.
  • The Musée de la Forêt et des Eaux (Spa)
    Spa

    The Musée de la Forêt et des Eaux (Spa)

    The Forest and Waters Museum, nestled in the Domaine de Bérinzenne in Spa, reveals the many secrets of the fauna and flora of the Fagnes.
  • Rochefort Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne, nature and cultural heritage
    Outside view of the Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne and its gardens
    Lavaux-Sainte-Anne

    Rochefort Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne, nature and cultural heritage

    The castle of Lavaux-Saint-Anne, its three museums, its park and gardens in the province of Namur are sure to enchant the whole family.
  • MUDIA, a didactic art museum in Redu
    Redu

    MUDIA, a didactic art museum in Redu

    Mark the date in your agenda! The museum MUDIA, featuring over 300 pieces from the Renaissance to the contemporary era, will open its doors in Redu (Province of Luxembourg) in September. Be prepared to see art from a different angle in Wallonia.
  • La Spirale: Natoye Centre for Arts and Crafts
    Natoye

    La Spirale: Natoye Centre for Arts and Crafts

    This unique art centre presents all along the year, the work of 30 local artists and artisans working wood, metal clay, stone... as well as exhibitions on a wide variety of themes.
  • Musée Royal de Mariemont | Morlanwelz
    Morlanwelz

    Musée Royal de Mariemont | Morlanwelz

    Opened since 1975, set in a splendid park, the Musée royal de Mariemont features collections gathered by its founder Raoul Waroqué.
  • Maison Léon Losseau: an Art Nouveau gem in Mons
    Maison Léon Losseau, Treasure of art nouveau in Mons
    Mons

    Maison Léon Losseau: an Art Nouveau gem in Mons

    Passing through Mons? Be sure to visit the Maison Losseau, a jewel of Art Nouveau architecture located in the heart of the Doudou's city.
  • Stavelot History Museum | Wibald Space
    Abbey - Stavelot - Space - Tourism - Culture - Secret Wallonia
    Stavelot

    Stavelot History Museum | Wibald Space

    The History Museum of the Principality of Stavelot-Malmedy offers a modern, intelligent and fun journey along the astonishing history of a state of the old regime.
  • The Neptune Caves, a natural gem in Couvin
    Couvin

    The Neptune Caves, a natural gem in Couvin

    Let the skills of nature as an artist amaze you once more... Sculpted by the 'Eau Noire' river 300 million years ago, the Neptune Caves, in Petigny, are one of Belgium's oldest underground cavities.
  • François Duesberg museum (Mons)
    Mons

    François Duesberg museum (Mons)

    Located in the former premises of the National Bank of Belgium, opposite the Sainte-Waudru collegiate church, this museum offers a fascinating insight in the life of French society from the reign of Louis XVI to the Restoration. Dedicated to decorative art, its collections feature quite unusual, if not rare, pieces.
  • Bastogne Barracks - a fascinating WW2 interpretation centre
    Bastogne

    Bastogne Barracks - a fascinating WW2 interpretation centre

    The former US headquarters set up by legendary General McAuliffe in December 1944 is now a WW2 interpretation centre.
  • The Fort de Loncin, a unique memorial of the Great War in Liège
    Ans

    The Fort de Loncin, a unique memorial of the Great War in Liège

    The Fort de Loncin is an exceptional memorial site. Located just a few kilometres from the town centre, it became the symbol of the Battle of Liège when facing the German troops in 1914. Partly destroyed during the first world war, it remains preserved as such.
  • Mulum Museum - Liege's Light Museum
    Liège

    Mulum Museum - Liege's Light Museum

    The Light Museum in Liège showcases key lighting objects and mechanisms, used all over the world from prehistoric times to the 21st century.
  • The Musée de la Vie wallonne (Liège)
    Discover the history and life in Wallonia at the Museum of Walloon Life in Liège
    Liège

    The Musée de la Vie wallonne (Liège)

    The Musée de la vie wallonne, in the heart of Liège, presents the history and lives of Wallonia from the 19th century to the present days.
  • Dubuisson Beerstorium | A brewing museum in Pipaix
    Pipaix beer museum - Dubuisson Beerstorium
    Leuze-en-Hainaut

    Dubuisson Beerstorium | A brewing museum in Pipaix

    Nestled in the stunning Ghyssegnies Castle, Dubuisson Beerstorium is a museum retracing the story of the oldest Walloon brewery. Now 250 years old, it sure comes with a lot of anecdotes.
  • The Musée du Petit Format d’Art Contemporain in Viroinval
    Children visiting the Musée du Petit Format d'Art Contemporain in Nismes in the province of Hainaut
    Nismes

    The Musée du Petit Format d’Art Contemporain in Viroinval

    In Viroinval, the Musée du Petit Format d’Art Contemporain welcomes you in an intimate atmosphere. It invites you to discover the richness of its collection made up of donations by international artists participating in the Petit Format de Papier biennial.