Getaways and excursions in and around Brussels

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Two hours from Brussels, this secret village perched on a hill hides a 17th-century castle farm and a World War II memorial—and almost no one knows about it!

Two hours from Brussels, in the Namur Ardennes, lies one of the country's best-kept secrets, a place where time seems to have stood still. Overlooking the from its promontory, the village of Gros-Fays invites you to d...

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Less than two hours from Brussels, this thousand-year-old fairytale castle has survived pillaging and is hidden away in the heart of one of the most beautiful villages in Wallonia.

In the heart of the Saint-Hubert forest, Mirwart is a preserved area, hidden in the Ardennes. This village, considered one of the most beautiful in Wallonia, is dominated by the vertiginous façade of its castle, an anci...

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Just 90 minutes from Brussels, this medieval town is one of the most beautiful villages in Belgium, home to a remarkable nature reserve and a medieval castle reflected in a lake.

In the heart of Wallonia, nestled in the municipality of Beaumont in Hainaut, lies one of . Barbençon stands out as a true limestone gem, promising a sublime journey back in time. This picturesque village, less than an...

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Just two hours from Brussels, this nearly thousand-year-old abbey hides an incredible medicinal herb garden… and a Trappist beer that is the envy of the world!

Fancy a cultural and brewing just a few hours from the hustle and bustle of Brussels?Orval Abbey is a must-see for lovers of peace and quiet and old buildings in southern Belgium. This Cistercian monastery, nestled in...

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Forget Étretat: just 1 hour and 40 minutes from Brussels, these white chalk cliffs offer a panorama that is unique in the world!

Less than two hours' drive from the Belgian capital, there is a breathtaking natural setting between sky and sea. A magnificent getaway that rivals the most beautiful panoramas . Between Calais and Boulogne-sur-Mer, Cap...

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Just 75 minutes from Brussels, this medieval Flemish town lies at the gateway to the sea—its charming canal and 13th-century church make it one of the most beautiful villages in Flanders.

A stone's throw from the coast, the municipality of Lissewege is classified as one of the most beautiful villages in . Nicknamed the "white village," this medieval town reveals a fascinating open-air museum where time s...

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Less than two hours from Brussels, this unusual neighborhood is the only one in the world dedicated to The Lord of the Rings—a true paradise for fans of Gandalf.

Have you always dreamed of being a friendly, chubby hobbit daydreaming in the Shire? A fearsome orc haunting the Misty Mountains? Or a majestic elf peacefully inhabiting the Undying Lands? No need to rush off to New Z...

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Just an hour from Brussels, this UNESCO-listed carnival is the oldest in Wallonia—and it will soon welcome you for three days of festivities.

It takes just an hour to leave the hustle and bustle of Brussels behind and travel back several centuries in time thanks to the Binche carnival. While its exact origins remain shrouded in mystery, legend has it that its...

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Just 45 minutes from Brussels, this white paradise is ranked among the most beautiful villages in Belgium—its local stone is famous throughout the world.

Less than an hour from Brussels, in the heart of Brabant Hainaut, lies a luminous stopover, the village of Mélin. Ranked among the , this discreet and authentic hamlet is distinguished by the brilliance of Gobertange st...

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Just a two-hour train ride from Brussels, this extraordinary carnival is the largest in Europe—it even has a funny tradition of “cutting” ties.

Carnival season has begun (or is approaching) in many major European cities. The city of Cologne is no exception and is getting ready to vibrate to the rhythm of its famous "fifth season" from the second week of . The...