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Looking to reconnect with nature? Come along… There is so much to learn and explore in Wallonia!
Our educational trails will guide you through wetlands, fagnes, woodlands. Look out for information panels to learn more about the local flora and fauna.
Don’t forget to check out our caves, always quite magical, as well as our remarkable wildlife parks, some being internationally known.
Rainy day? Just choose from our many interactive and/or family-friendly museums.
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- Animalaine: a living museum dedicated to wool in Bastogne
© AnimalaineBastogneAnimalaine: a living museum dedicated to wool in Bastogne
Located in Bastogne (Ardenne), this interactive museum offers a wealth of information on wool, and forgotten trades. - The Bois du Cazier and its heaps: a remarkable memorial site
© WBT - JP RemyCharleroiThe Bois du Cazier and its heaps: a remarkable memorial site
Listed by UNESCO as one of the major mining sites in Wallonia, the Bois du Cazier is a particularly touching memorial. Located South of Charleroi, this preserved industrial heritage site stretches along 26 hectares. A remarkable orientation trail has been designed to present its 3 heaps and architectural features. - Explore the famous cave of the Domaine des Grottes de Han
© Domaine des Grottes de HanHan-sur-LesseExplore the famous cave of the Domaine des Grottes de Han
Come and explore the world-famous underground caves of Han-sur-Lesse, near Rochefort. The Michelin guide has awarded the site 3 stars in its travel guide fo Wallonia. - Liège Aquarium-Museum
© Aquarium-Muséum de LiègeLiègeLiège Aquarium-Museum
The Aquarium-Museum in Liège will take you on a wonderful journey through the animal and aquatic universes, featuring fish from around the world. - The cave of Lorette in Rochefort: a remarkable natural heritage
© Grotte de LoretteRochefortThe cave of Lorette in Rochefort: a remarkable natural heritage
The Cave of Lorette, part of the Caves of Han domain, can be found in the province of Namur, only 300 m from the centre of Rochefort. - CoSMos | The salmon's odyssey in Erezée
© RIVEO - K.SpruitÉrezéeCoSMos | The salmon's odyssey in Erezée
Once quite abundant in the Ourthe, salmon had in 1935 entirely disappeared from our waterways. A passionate team is now working at reintroducing the species back into our rivers. Discover this fascinating odyssey in Erezée, just 10 km from RIVEO (Hotton) - The Caves of Remouchamps, a natural gem in the province of Liège
© Les Grottes de RemouchampsSougné-RemouchampsThe Caves of Remouchamps, a natural gem in the province of Liège
The Grottes de Remouchamps, a natural gem in the province of Liège, have been open to the public since 182 and offer a boat ride on the Rubicon. - Arboretum of the Citadel of Namur
© WBT - JP RemyNamurArboretum of the Citadel of Namur
Take a stroll in this lovely arboretum, near the Château de Namur and enjoy its rich variety of tree species. - Monde Sauvage Safari Parc: a wildlife park in Aywaille
© Monde Sauvage Safari ParcAywailleMonde Sauvage Safari Parc: a wildlife park in Aywaille
Discover the fascinating thrill of going on a safari, just 25 km from Liège, at the Monde Sauvage Safari Parc d'Aywaille. - L'Aquascope: a nature reserve near Chimay
© WBT - Bruno D'AlimonteVirellesL'Aquascope: a nature reserve near Chimay
The Aquascope offers visitors quite fantastic adventures - from discovering the most beautiful pond in Wallonia to tree tops... - RIVEO: the River Interpretative Centre in Hotton
© WBT - Sébastien RobertyHottonRIVEO: the River Interpretative Centre in Hotton
Located in the province of Luxembourg, between Durbuy and La Roche, the RIVEO Interpretative Centre features unexpected finds, all themed around rivers and their biodiversity. - Maison du Parc-Botrange
© Parc naturel HF-E ASBLWaimesMaison 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. - SILEX'S Mons: the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes
© Ville de Mons - Serge BrisonSpiennesSILEX'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... - Le Parc à gibier de La Roche: a wildlife park in Ardenne
© O. LefèvreLa Roche-en-ArdenneLe Parc à gibier de La Roche: a wildlife park in Ardenne
Le Parc à gibier de La Roche is a wonderful opportunity to discover the animals - cute or impressive - living in the Ardenne forest. The perfect family day out! - Pairi Daiza, a unique zoological park near Mons
© WBT - David SamynBrugelettePairi Daiza, a unique zoological park near Mons
Taking a stroll through Pairi Daiza feels like a journey around the world... The World Garden takes transports you to every continent in turn, with the opportunity to admire animals as you walk. No wonder Pairi Daiza was voted best zoo in Europe for the past few years. - Reconnect with nature at the Chevetogne Estate
© WBT - Denis ErroyauxChevetogneReconnect with nature at the Chevetogne Estate
The Domaine Provincial de Chevetogne, which stretches over 550 hectares, is sure to delight you with its many surprises throughout its green spaces and its many creative activities. - Défi Nature in Pont-à-Celles | Reconnect with nature
© Dominique LudwigDéfi Nature in Pont-à-Celles | Reconnect with nature
Défi Nature is a non-profit association in the Province of Hainaut which aims at promoting nature, its flora and fauna through green activities: solo, with friends, family... - The Aisne Tourist Tram | A fun ride through the Ardenne countryside
© WBT - J.P. RemyErezéeThe Aisne Tourist Tram | A fun ride through the Ardenne countryside
Departing from Érezée station, old-fashioned carriages take you on an unusual ride through hilly landscapes untouched by time. Running along the river, the Tramway touristique de l’Aisne (TTA) ofers a fantastic chance to see the flora and fauna typical of the Ardennes. - The Caves of Han estate and the PrehistoHan museum
© Domaine des Grottes de HanHan-sur-LesseThe Caves of Han estate and the PrehistoHan museum
A fascinating exhibition presents 50 years of underwater excavations in the river Lesse - The Neptune Caves, a natural gem in Couvin
© Office du Tourisme de CouvinCouvinThe 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. - The Musée de la Forêt et des Eaux (Spa)
© Claire HalleuxSpaThe 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. - Forestia: a wildlife and adventure park in La Reid
© fred beard photographyTheuxForestia: a wildlife and adventure park in La Reid
Forestia, in La Reid (Haute Fagne), is fully dedicated to nature. Its green setting, wildlife park, adventure trails make it the perfect place for a day out with friends and family. - Domaine des Grottes de Han animal park
© Domaine des Grottes de HanHan-sur-LesseDomaine des Grottes de Han animal park
Venture into the domain of the caves of Han and have a closer look at the Ardenne's flora and fauna in the Wildlife Park - Step underground at the Cave of Comblain (near Liège)
© Bernard JacqminComblain-au-PontStep underground at the Cave of Comblain (near Liège)
The Grotte de Comblain, listed as an underground cavity of scientific interest, can be found in the Liège province, on the hills of the Comblain-au-Pont vil - Wild Park Coo, a wildlife park in the Ardennes
© LabouStavelotWild Park Coo, a wildlife park in the Ardennes
Visit Wild Park Coo, a stunning wildlife park in the heart of the Ardenne, to discover which animals live in the Belgian forests. - Tournai Natural History Museum and Vivarium
© Visitwapi.be - Jan D'HondtTournaiTournai 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. - Parc Chlorophylle: a recreative forest park in Manhay
© WBT - Olivier LegardienManhayParc Chlorophylle: a recreative forest park in Manhay
Parc Chlorophylle, a fun park nestled in the forest stretching from Manhay to Dochamps, invites visitors to enjoy a fun day outdoors, a little off the beaten path. A fantastic place to learn more about nature while having fun in Wallonia. - Maison des Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre (Obourg)© WBT - Sébastien RobertyMons
Maison des Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre (Obourg)
The Maison des Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre, in Obourg, aims at raising the public's awareness of natural and environmental science. - Escapardenne | a cross-country long hike
© Royal Syndicat d'Initiative de HouffalizeHouffalizeEscapardenne | a cross-country long hike
Hike through the Ardenne with this cross-country trail going through Begium, the ducky and Luxembourg and inking the Meuse to the Rhine basin. - Paysalia: the Paysage de la Lorraine gaumaise interpretative centre
© SI FlorenvilleFlorenvillePaysalia: the Paysage de la Lorraine gaumaise interpretative centre
The Paysage de la Lorraine gaumaise interpretative centre offers the chance to discover its fascinating region, rich in cultural heritage. - Offergeld educational trail | Near Vielsalm
© FTLB - P. WillemsVielsalmOffergeld educational trail | Near Vielsalm
Départ : en haut de la rue des Fusillés à Ennal (Vielsalm)
Distance : 3 km
Niveau : moyen
Balisage : croix verte - Blegny-Mine: trails to learn about its biodiversity
© SPW SGO4 - G. FocantBlégnyBlegny-Mine: trails to learn about its biodiversity
Located near Liège, Blegny-Mine is one of the four authentic coal mines in Europe with underground galleries accessible for the visitors through the original shaft. A recognised UNESCO world heritage, the site is also of great interest from a biodiversity point of view. Do explore its slag heap and discover the plants - Bois Jacques, Fox Holes and Bois de la Paix | Bastogne
© TemporaBastogneBois Jacques, Fox Holes and Bois de la Paix | Bastogne
The Bois Jacques is known for is Fox Holes where soldiers used to hide. Nearby is the Bois de la Paix, a tribute to WW2 veterans. - The Jardin des Hiboux: a wildlife park in Bièvre
© Josine NguyênBièvreThe Jardin des Hiboux: a wildlife park in Bièvre
In the Jardin des Hiboux, visitors can get closer to birds of prey, join demonstrations to see them unfold their wings and fly... There is much to discover about nature there, how honey is made for example. A perfect day out with the children. - Cercles des Naturalistes de Belgique | Nature activities in Wallonia
© D. Hubaut & S. ClaereboutVierves-sur-ViroinCercles des Naturalistes de Belgique | Nature activities in Wallonia
The Cercles des Naturalistes de Belgique (CNB Or Circles of Naturalists in Belgium) organise a wide range of (free) activities promoting nature, biodiversity, ecosystems in Wallonia: nature baths, workshops, trainings... - Maison et jardin des plantes médicinales | Flobecq, Pays des Collines
© Maison des plantes médicinalesFlobecqMaison et jardin des plantes médicinales | Flobecq, Pays des Collines
La Maison des Plantes médicinales, nestled in a former school in Flobecq, retraces the story of healing plants through time. - Fourneau Saint-Michel arboretum | Saint-Hubert© WBT - Sébastien RobertySaint-Hubert
Fourneau Saint-Michel arboretum | Saint-Hubert
The Fourneau Saint-Michel arboretum, situated at 320 metres in altitude in the Masblette Valley, is one of the richest in species in Belgium. - The Signal de Botrange
© WBT - Julie NevenWaimesThe Signal de Botrange
The Signal de Botrange, located at 694 m in the Hautes Fagnes - Eifel nature reserve, is Belgium's culminating point. Picture perfect! - Mausheck educational trail
© Peter FreisenBütgenbachMausheck educational trail
The Mausheck educational trail, in Bütgenbach, will take you through meadows and oak forests. Beautiful panoramas on the Warche valley guaranteed... - A delightful nature walk in a wetland area | Lomprez
© WBT - S.BurgeonWellinA delightful nature walk in a wetland area | Lomprez
Near the village of Welin, the Natagora nature space offers a short - but delightful - walk in a wetland area, where the Ave stream overflows. - Deister Hill arboretum and woodlands | La Roche-en-Ardenne
© WBT - Caroline RaseLa Roche-En-ArdenneDeister Hill arboretum and woodlands | La Roche-en-Ardenne
Located on the Deister Hill, this lovely arboretum and woodland enjoys a fantastic view over La Roche-en-Ardenne. Nature lovers can discover 4 different types of trees on site. - Rediscover the pleasure of walking barefoot at the Sentier Pieds Nus in Montleban
© Ferme de la PlancheGouvyRediscover the pleasure of walking barefoot at the Sentier Pieds Nus in Montleban
This 3 km long path, starting from the Ferme de la Planche is sure to surprise you: it is to be walked barefoot! A fantastic way to slow down, reconnect with simple sensation while touching the ground, water, stones or woo - Water and Forest themed trails by the Vesdre dam
© David HagemannEupenWater and Forest themed trails by the Vesdre dam
The Vesdre dam, just a few kilometres from Eupen, is one of the largest in Wallonia. It stores no less than 25 million cubic metres of water. There are two family-friendly, didactic paths to learn more about the site. - The Coticule museum or the fascinating history of whetstones
© P. WillemsVielsalmThe Coticule museum or the fascinating history of whetstones
This stone, unique in the world, has been exported outside Belgium since the 17th century. Vielsalm was particularly famous for this whetstone, used to sharpen knives and razors. This economy evolved from an artisanal skill to a full industry along 4 centuries. - La Maison Ternell | A nature centre in Eupen
© Naturzentrum Haus TernellEupenLa Maison Ternell | A nature centre in Eupen
Located in the Hautes Fagnes, this nature centre is the ideal start of walks in the region - The Centre Ardenne observatory in Grapfontaine
© Observatoire Centre ArdenneGrapfontaineThe Centre Ardenne observatory in Grapfontaine
The Centre Ardenne observatory, in Neufchâteau, opens its doors to everyone: those discovering stars and the universe as well as professionals wishing to analyse space a little further. - La Maison des Terrils: an interpretative centre in Saint-Nicolas
© Raymond DelvauxSaint-NicolasLa Maison des Terrils: an interpretative centre in Saint-Nicolas
La Maison des Terrils La Maison des Terrils is the interpretation centre of the Saint-Nicolas former mining site. - Hexapoda: a fascinating insacterium
© HexapodaWaremmeHexapoda: a fascinating insacterium
The Jean Leclercq insectarium in Waremme, nicknames "Hexapoda", is the only museum in Wallonia to offer a fun, scientific journey in the insect world.