Explore Belgium:
Top Things to Do This Season

Wednesday 7 august 2024

Discover Belgium's hidden treasures with our selection of must-do activities to do this season. Whether you're a nature lover, a culture buff, or looking for new experiences, our guide offers you a variety of ideas to make the most of every moment. Discover the beautiful nature parks, delve into the fascinating history of our cities. This season, explore Belgium from a new perspective and create unforgettable memories!

Here are already a dozen hidden treasures e-shops that you will love among the dozens registered on the platform of Belgian E-shops.

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Dinant Evasions

At the gateway to the Ardennes, in a remarkable green setting, discover the descent of the Lesse by kayak, the Dinant Aventure park and boat cruises through the wildest reach of the Haute-Meuse.
From the sunny terraces of the boats, enjoy an exceptional moment of relaxation and discovery along the water.
Sit even closer to the water aboard our exclusive kayaks, guaranteeing a comfortable descent along the superb Lesse valley.

Blegny Mine

One of the 4 major mining sites in Wallonia recognized as UNESCO World Heritage.
Located between Liège and Maastricht, Blegny-Mine is one of the four authentic coal mines in Europe whose underground galleries are still accessible to visitors via the original shaft. Equipped with a jacket and your helmet, descend through the mine cage to -30 and -60 meters underground to understand how coal was extracted.

Grottes de Lorette

One of the 4 major mining sites in Wallonia recognized as UNESCO World Heritage.
Located between Liège and Maastricht, Blegny-Mine is one of the four authentic coal mines in Europe whose underground galleries are still accessible to visitors via the original shaft. Equipped with a jacket and your helmet, descend through the mine cage to -30 and -60 meters underground to understand how coal was extracted.

Maredsous Abbey

One of the 4 major mining sites in Wallonia recognized as UNESCO World Heritage.
Located between Liège and Maastricht, Blegny-Mine is one of the four authentic coal mines in Europe whose underground galleries are still accessible to visitors via the original shaft. Equipped with a jacket and your helmet, descend through the mine cage to -30 and -60 meters underground to understand how coal was extracted.

Pari Daiza

Voted 'Best Zoo in Europe' on multiple occasions, and certified 'Three stars' in the Michelin Green Guide, Pairi Daiza will take you on a journey across five continents, to meet more than 7,500 animals welcomed and housed in large territories. Giant pandas, elephants, polar bears, orangutans, rare birds, gorillas, walruses, ... More than 800 species are protected at Pairi Daiza, in nine worlds where authentic buildings, varied plantations, semi-precious minerals and the rarest cultural wonders transport you to five continents.

Walibi

Walibi is a family amusement park suitable for all ages. The famous wild river, the Radja River or the terrifying mine train, the Calamity mine and many others.
Attractions specially dedicated to children at Walibi? Of course, no less than 16 attractions for children are spread over two completely secure areas. Your children will not want to leave.

Brussels By Foot

(Re)Discover Brussels from an original and unexpected angle. Far from the classic 'free walking tours', Brussels By Foot will make you discover the city through a different and authentic experience.
Written with love by a passionate Brussels resident, our unusual guided tours are designed for tourists, but also for Belgians and curious Brussels residents. They go further than the classic (and of course unmissable) Grand-Place and Manneken Pis.

Mercator

This three-masted ship was designed by the Antarctic explorer Adrien de Gerlache and built in Scotland. The Mercator had only two captains and made 41 voyages. In 1936, he brought back the remains of Father Damien. In 1960, the Mercator entered the port of Antwerp. In 1961, it was converted into a museum ship. Since 1964, the Mercator has been one of the jewels of Ostend.

Centre du Grand-Hornu

Considered one of the most beautiful European sites of 19th century industrial archaeology, the former Grand-Hornu coal mine has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 2012. Owned by the Province of Hainaut, it now houses two institutions that organize nearly 10 exhibitions per year: the CID, a center for innovation and design, and the MACS, a Museum of Contemporary Arts.

The Zwin

A day at the Zwin Nature Park means sharing good times, observing birds and finding peace in nature. The historic landscape offers an ideal setting to relax, unwind and immerse yourself in the wonderful world of migratory birds.

Good discovery!

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