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Looking for a cultural experience? Why not spend a few hours exploring museums? Whether they're large or small, there's something for all interests and ages. Here's a selection of the most remarkable museums in Wallonia, from Roisin to Manderfeld via Nivelles.
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- Travel 5,000 years in time at the Archéosite and the Musée d'Aubechies© Archéosite AubechiesAubechies
Travel 5,000 years in time at the Archéosite and the Musée d'Aubechies
The Archeosite and Museum of Aubechies, dedicated to the era separating Pre-history from Roman times, is the largest archaeological open-air museum in Belgium. - Maison de la Poterie: a pottery interpretation centre in Châtelet© LDV ProductionChâtelet
Maison de la Poterie: a pottery interpretation centre in Châtelet
Housed in an old pottery manufacture, La Maison de la Poterie pays tribute to past and present potters through a cultural journey and an important scenography. Make a detour to Bouffioulx (Châtelet) to discover it. - Viroin Ecomuseum© Gautier GuérandTreignes
Viroin Ecomuseum
The Ecomusée welcome visitors at the heart of the village of Treignes, in a remarkable, listed fortified farm. - Pouhon Pierre le Grand | Spa© WBT - David SamynSpa
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. - The Musée du Pays d'Ourthe-Amblève in Comblain-au-Pont© Musée du Pays d'Ourthe-AmblèveComblain-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. - Bouillon castle: a medieval gem in Wallonia© WBT - David SamynBouillon
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. - Domaine de Bataille de Waterloo and its 4 iconic sites© MT Waterloo - Jean-Philippe Van DammeBraine-l'Alleud
Domaine de Bataille de Waterloo and its 4 iconic sites
The Lion's hamlet was part of the Waterloo battlefield where French and English troops fought on June 15, 1815. - The museum retracing the 1815 battle... from Wellington's point of view© WBT - Bruno DalimonteWaterloo
The museum retracing the 1815 battle... from Wellington's point of view
This museum, once an inn, served as headquarters to the Duke of Wellington the night of June 17th, 1815. Right before the famous battle of Waterloo... - Plugstreet 14-18 Experience in Comines-Warneton© Office du Tourisme de Comines-WarnetonPloegsteert
Plugstreet 14-18 Experience in Comines-Warneton
Want to know more about the first world war in Wallonia? Visit the Plugstreet 14-18 experience, by the British Memorial in Ploegsteert. - Musée de la Vie rurale à Huissignies© WBT - Olivier LegardienHuissignies
Musée de la Vie rurale à Huissignies
In this museum, located in the province of Hainaut, time seems to have stopped. - Guillaume Apollinaire museum at Stavelot Abbey© Abbaye de Stavelot - Musée Guillaume ApollinaireStavelot
Guillaume Apollinaire museum at Stavelot Abbey
The Guillaume Apollinaire museum retraces the stay of the poet in the region. - Spa Horse Museum© J. HertaySpa
Spa Horse Museum
Come and discover, in Queen Marie-Henriette's former stables, a permanent exhibition on equestrian activities in Spa. - The Musée de la Boverie: fine arts and exhibitions in Liège© WBT - Denis ErroyauxLiège
The Musée de la Boverie: fine arts and exhibitions in Liège
Visit La Boverie, an iconic cultural site in Liège: both an art museum and an international exhibition space. - Château de Jehay | Amay© JP Rolin Province de LiegeAmay
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. - The Lobbes-Thuin historic tramway© Jean-Claude AndrieuThuin
The Lobbes-Thuin historic tramway
The Vicinal Historic Tramway Discovery Centre in Lobbes-Thuin is a museum dedicated solely to trams of all kinds: steam, electric, diesel. - The museum of the Domaine de la Bataille de Waterloo© WBT - J.P. RemyBraine-l'Alleud
The museum of the Domaine de la Bataille de Waterloo
(Re)discover this famous page of Walloon history, straight on the battlefield which witnessed the battle on June 18th, 1815. More than a museum, this is a multi-sensorial, immersive experience. Come with friends and family and learn more about this event, a turning point in the history of Europe. - L'Aquascope: a nature reserve near Chimay© WBT - Bruno D'AlimonteVirelles
L'Aquascope: a nature reserve near Chimay
The Aquascope offers visitors quite fantastic adventures - from discovering the most beautiful pond in Wallonia to tree tops... - ArtHouse: masterpieces by 20th century artists in Chaudfontaine© SourceOrama - Didier GémisChaudfontaine
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. - Mahymobiles: a car museum in Leuze-en-Hainaut© Mahymobiles - Jan D'HondtLeuze-en-Hainaut
Mahymobiles: a car museum in Leuze-en-Hainaut
Mahymobiles holds a remarkable collection of veteran, vintage and classic vehicles, 300 of which are on public display. Walk into the entrance hall and you are greeted by a dusty Delahaye. Look out for the unique De Mola coupé, a Rolls-Royce Phantom III and a Delaunay Belleville among other gems. Belgian brands such as - Malmundarium, a must see historical visit in Malmedy© WBT - David SamynMalmedy
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. - Maison du Parc-Botrange© Parc naturel HF-E ASBLWaimes
Maison du Parc-Botrange
Located on the highest site of the country, between the Fagnes plain and forest crossed by mountain streams, the Maison du Parc-Botrange welcome visitors in their quest to reconnect with outdoors activities and discover the largest Nature reserve in Belgium. - Comblain-au-Pont bats interpretative centre© Les découvertes de ComblainComblain-au-Pont
Comblain-au-Pont bats interpretative centre
This interpretative centre, dedicated to bats, offers an interesting angle on the former quarries of Geromont: a Natura 2000 site in the Ourthe valley. - Folon Foundation: a museum and exhibitions at the Château de La Hulpe© WBT - JP RemyLa Hulpe
Folon Foundation: a museum and exhibitions at the Château de La Hulpe
Belgian artist Folon presents over 500 art works in the the Castle of La Hulpe's farm, just 20 minutes from Brussels, - The Glass Museum at the Bois du Cazier© WBT - J.P. RemyCharleroi
The Glass Museum at the Bois du Cazier
The Glass Museum, at the Bois du Cazier in Marcinelle, retraces five thousand years of art, history and technology. - The Keramis Ceramic Centre© KeramisLa 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 Domaine de Bérinzenne and the Maison de la Nature (Spa)© B.LorquetSpa
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. - Le CID au Grand-Hornu | Centre d'Innovation et de Design© SPW - Patrimoine - photo Guy FocantHornu
Le CID au Grand-Hornu | Centre d'Innovation et de Design
Take a former coal mine, get it listed by UNESCO as World Heritage and you get the CID of the Grand Hornu: an innovation and design centre, featuring temporary exhibitions on design, applied art and contemporary art. - Stavelot Abbey: the perfect alliance of culture and adventure© WBT - JP RemyStavelot
Stavelot Abbey: the perfect alliance of culture and adventure
Stavelot Abbey, a Benedictine abbey funded in 651, is a fascinating historical site with quite a modern touch: an abseiling experience from the top of the abbey tower. - Dubuisson Beerstorium | A brewing museum in Pipaix© Brasserie DubuissonLeuze-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. - Musée du Malgré-Tout & Prehistoric park in Treignes© OTVTreignes
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 Domaine de Palogne, a leisure centre along the Ourthe© Vincent Rocher ©SPW‐AWaPVieuxville
The Domaine de Palogne, a leisure centre along the Ourthe
The Domaine de Palogne invites you to discover its enchanting setting where nature, history and relaxation meet. - The Château de Logne castle and museum: a medieval day in Vieuxville© Domaine de PalogneVieuxville
The Château de Logne castle and museum: a medieval day in Vieuxville
Located within easy reach of Durbuy, the castle and museum of Logne are sure to delight the family. - Piconrue Museum | Bastogne© Piconrue - Musée de la Grande ArdenneBastogne
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. - La Maison Darcis a chocolate shop and museum in Verviers© DarcisVerviers
La Maison Darcis a chocolate shop and museum in Verviers
Jean-Philippe Darcis, Belgian chocolate ambassador and pioneer of the macaron in Belgium, welcomes you in his chocolate museum in Verviers. There you will retrace the origins and history of this fantastic treat through a chocolate trail. - L Museum: Louvain-La-Neuve's university museum© Aurore DelsoirOttignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
L Museum: Louvain-La-Neuve's university museum
Located Place des Sciences, Louvain-la-Neuve's university museum or L Museum, invites you to discover its rich interdisciplinary collections. This new cultural and art space has found its home in the former Science and Technology Library, at the very heart of the student district. - The Centre for Engravings and Prints in La Louvière© Nalini Malani – photo Maria SalamoneLa 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... - Le Grand Curtius: a fascinating museum complex in Liège© WBT - J.P.RemyLiège
Le Grand Curtius: a fascinating museum complex in Liège
Le Grand Curtius collections, which stretch over 5,000 m² combine several museums and retrace 7,000 years of Liège history. Located along the Meuse, this complex includes buildings from the 16th to the 21st century, all beautifully renovated. - Musées de la Ville d'eaux et du cheval | Spa© David HoubrechtsSpa
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. - Hôpital Notre-Dame à la Rose et le jardin du cloître à Lessines© Francis VaubanLessines
Hôpital Notre-Dame à la Rose et le jardin du cloître à Lessines
Situated in the province of Hainaut, near the city of Tournai, this hospital is a unique witness to the way medieval hospitals operate. - François Duesberg museum (Mons)© C. CarpentierMons
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. - P.A.R.C. | The largest museum space in Belgium© Bruno FischerLa Louvière
P.A.R.C. | The largest museum space in Belgium
Discover the central regional of Wallonia's cultural heritage thanks to the P.A.R.C and its 8 museums. - The Ferme du Caillou, Napoleon's last headquarters before Waterloo© Olivier - TLM Photography.beVieux-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. - MUMONS | Musée de l'Université de Mons© UMONSMons
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. - La Maison Tournaisienne | Museum of Folklore© Jan D’hondtTournai
La Maison Tournaisienne | Museum of Folklore
Nestled in an authentic 17th century building, La Maison Tournaisienne traces all the ages of everyday life in the region between 1800 and modern days. - The Musée international du Carnaval et du Masque in Binche© Musée international du Carnaval et du MasqueBinche
The Musée international du Carnaval et du Masque in Binche
The Musée International du Carnaval et du Masque de Binche, at the very heart of a city famous for it Carnival characters (named the Gilles), invites you to discover the region's many festivals and traditions. - SILEX'S Mons: the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes© Ville de Mons - Serge BrisonSpiennes
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... - Stavelot History Museum | Wibald Space© Abbaye de StavelotStavelot
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. - Rochefort Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne, nature and cultural heritage© A. PetitLavaux-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.