Belgium

Discover the best of Wallonia on a full-day tour from Brussels. Visit the Waterloo battlefield, Napoleon’s last headquarters, the Hanging Gardens of Thuin, Aulne Abbey, the Grotte de la Merveilleuse in Dinant, the Citadel of Dinant, the Topiary Park, the Durbuy anticline, the old town of Durbuy, and the Citadel of Namur. Start your tour in the Wallonia region, a cultural region located in the southern part of Belgium. Geographically, Wallonia features a diverse landscape characterized by forests, rivers—especially the Meuse and Sambre—and picturesque valleys, with the Ardennes being its most mountainous and naturally beautiful area. It encompasses a variety of economically and culturally distinct areas, such as urbanized and industrialized areas, open and agricultural land, as well as wooded and hilly terrain. Historically, Wallonia was known as a center of heavy industry, particularly coal mining and steel production, although these sectors have declined in recent years. Agriculture remains important, with an emphasis on dairy products, vegetables, and fruit. Culinary traditions are important, with local specialties such as waffles, various cheeses, and a wide range of beers. Wallonia is renowned for its architectural heritage, with historic cities such as Namur, Dinant, and Durbuy, which you will discover during the tour. The region is rich in historical sites and cultural heritage, attracting visitors to its many castles, museums, and charming towns such as Dinant and Huy. To make the most of this day trip, you will visit, with your guide, the Waterloo battlefield, Napoleon’s last headquarters, the Hanging Gardens, Aulne Abbey, the Cave of the Marvelous in Dinant, the Citadel of Dinant, the Topiary Park, the Durbuy anticline, the old town of Durbuy, and the Citadel of Namur.