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Located between Liège and Maastricht, Blegny-Mine is one of the four authentic coalmines in Europe with underground drifts accessible for the visitors trhough the original shaft. Situated at - 30 and - 60 meters, they allow a complete discovery of the procass of coal winning. Since july 2012, Blegny-Mine and the 3 others majors mining sites in Wallonia (Le Bois du Cazier, Bois-du-Luc et Grand-Hormu) are recognized by UNESCO AS A WORLD HERITAGE SITE. The mine can be visited by anyone with a minimum height of 1 meter.

Discover Val-Dieu abbey and brewery. Founded in 1216 by Cistercian monks, the Notre-Dame du Val-Dieu abbey forms a remarkable group of buildings full of history and spirituality in a natural setting. Today inhabited by the Christian Community of Val-Dieu, it offers visitors a peaceful setting with its park, basilica, and marked walks. The cloister and the brewery can only be visited by appointment with a passionate guide.

 Your safari 25 km away from Liège! A real African safari. No need to travel far or pay a lot... With our train or by car, you will discover the African fauna in a natural setting. Come and discover the Humboldt penguins, the Bear Canyon, the North American area and its redwood alley. 3 breathtaking didactic performances: parrots, sea lions and birds of prey. The aviaries and the jungle dome: exotic birds can be observed in the interior aviaries in the enclosure of the dome where you will also find reptiles and tarantulas. The large outdoor aviaries offer an impressive collection of aquatic bird species. Big cats, bears and islands with monkeys and lemurs, which live in harmony with their environment. The South American plateau. Discover the Fraxinus adventure, our tree climbing course. Large playground, restaurant, self-service, souvenir shop. Total duration of the visit: +/- 5h. Parking: €6 (to be purchased online or at the entrance). No dogs allowed.

Un voyage inoubliable au coeur du chocolat. Voyagez aux origines du chocolat en vous faufilant à travers les couloirs de notre temple Maya, embarquez ensuite à bord de la Caravelle de Cortez et traversez les océans vers l'Europe. Au fil de la visite, vous arriverez en pleine époque de la Révolution Française dans un salon bourgeois pour enfin vous plonger dans l'ambiance des premières boutiques de chocolat du début du 20ème siècle. A l'étage, ne manquez pas la suite du parcours, retraçant les gestes du chocolatier, les bienfaits du chocolat et bien d'autres surprises ... Vous terminerez votre voyage le long de nos ateliers et observerez nos artisans en plein travail. La fabrication du chocolat n'aura plus aucun secret pour vous !

ON THE EDGE OF THE PLATEAU DE HERVE IN A FRAMEWORK OF GREENERY WITH TREES AND FLOWERY, THE DOMAINE DE WÉGIMONT INVITES YOU TO DISCOVER ITS ACCOMMODATION, LEISURE AND RELAXATION CENTRE. On an area of 22 hectares, its castle converted into an accommodation center, its complex of swimming pools heated to 26° , its leisure park, its 7 ponds including 1 converted into a fishing pond, its arboretum, its wooded areas, its campsite and its cultural gallery attract thousands of visitors every year. Discovering the Domaine de Wégimont is the guarantee of a good time shared, with family or friends.

 As soon as you arrive in the Land of Herve, you should stop at the Tourist Office ! You will find : A dynamic and skillful staff that will welcome and inform you Numerous hikes maps, historical books, souvenirs...  A multimedia projection, "l'Espace des Saveurs et Découvertes" A moutain bike rental service  A permanent exhibition room A retail outlet of the local produces The Tourist Office also offers cruises - walks on the Meuse river in July and August.

Plongez au coeur de la fromagerie avec un guide passionné. Découvrez chaque étape de fabrication avant de pénétrer à l'intérieur des caves d'affinage et de déguster la Meule du Plateau, un fromage au lait cru affiné 6 mois. La visite guidée dure 1h30 et comprend: - Explications et présentation du projet - Découverte du couloir de fabrication - Visite au coeur des caves d'affinage - Dégustation de Meules