The 14 most beautiful villages in Belgium to visit from Brussels for a picturesque getaway

Recognizable among all others for its incredible keep (from the Carondelet castle), Crupet has a rich history: legend has it that the village was already inhabited inGallo-Roman times!

Also worth seeing in Crupet: the keep and Château des Carondelet (also known as Château de Crupet), Saint-Martin Church, Saint-Antoine Cave, the water mills, and Saint-Roc Chapel.

Gros-Fays, perched on a hill overlooking the Semois, is an Ardennes village frozen in time, about 130 km from Brussels. Listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of Wallonia, it enchants visitors with its schist houses, 17th-century castle farm, and authentic narrow streets. The 2 km Discovery Trail combines nature, rural heritage, and a World War II memorial site.

Part of the Association of the “Most Beautiful Villages of Wallonia,” Torgny is a magnificent rural village with a rich wine-growing heritage. Did you know that its current production is one of the most important dry white wines in Belgium?

In this charming village reminiscent of Provence, don’t miss the chapel of the Notre-Dame de Luxembourg hermitage, the old wash house, the vineyards, and the pink farmhouse.

Just 15 kilometers south of Brussels, Beersel is a little gem in Flemish Brabant, famous for its imposing medieval castle surrounded by moats. This peaceful village charms visitors with its authentic atmosphere and beautiful heritage.

Stroll through its quiet streets, admire the traditional red brick houses and marvel at the majesty of Beersel Castle, one of the best preserved in Belgium, whose crenellated towers seem straight out of a fairy tale. Don’t miss out on tasting the famous local gueuze in one of the local breweries.

Bouillon could almost be considered a small town (it has a population of over 5,000). However, this pretty Walloon commune, bordered by the Semois river and a magnificent fortified castle, has a real village atmosphere.

Bouillon Castle (an ancient fortified castle dating back to the Middle Ages), the old bridge, and the banks of the Semois River are must-see attractions during your getaway.

Located in Condroz, the village of Sosoye boasts a built heritage of old houses constructed from limestone, giving the town a beautiful uniformity. The town is also one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Wallonia.

Things to see in Sosoye: the Church of Our Lady of the Nativity, the presbytery, the Saint-Roch chapel, and the Haute Bise villa (designed by Victor Horta). At the top of the Sosoye mountain, you can also discover the Annevoie Gardens, the only water gardens in Belgium.

A village located on a hillside, from which numerous steep alleys lead off, Vierves-sur-Viroin is an architectural gem centered around the majestic castle of the Barons of Hamal. It is located on the border of three valleys in the Ardennes.

During your visit, be sure to explore the castle of the Counts of Hamal, the Church of Saints Rufin and Valère, the Calvary Chapel, and the Chapel of Our Lady of Grace. And if you’re planning your getaway for February, keep in mind that the Vierves Carnival is one of the most famous in Belgium, dating back to the 12th century!

How can you not fall in love with Aubechies and its pretty Romanesque church surrounded by a small pond? Part of the municipality of Beloeil, Aubechies has a museum/archaeological site focusing on ancestral crafts and prehistoric, Celtic and Gallo-Roman dwellings.

Must-sees: the Aubechies-Beloeil archaeological site and museum, the Romanesque church of Saint-Géry, the former Bruycker castle, the former Descamps mill, and the former St-Ghislain abbey.

Do you remember the Semois, the river that flowed past Bouillon? Follow its course and you will soon reach Chassepierre, a magnificent village in the province of Luxembourg. Its name comes from the Latincasa petrea, meaning stone house. It certainly lives up to its name!

Must-sees: Saint-Martin Church, the 19th-century wash house, the farm on Rue Antoine, and the Marci Foundation buildings. Chassepierre is also famous for its street arts festival, the “Fête des Artistes,” the second largest summer festival in Wallonia after the Francofolies de Spa.

Located in the heart of the Ardennes, Redu charms us with its natural surroundings and pretty little river. To complete the change of scenery, we love to stroll among its beautiful sandstone houses. Nicknamed the “village of books,” Redu is renowned for its many bookshops and second-hand bookstores.

Nestled in the province of Hainaut, Barbençon is a little-known gem that charms lovers of history and architecture. Its cobbled streets, lined with limestone houses, evoke a rich industrial past, while the Church of Saint Lambert, a blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles, bears witness to the heritage of the master glassmakers. For a unique experience, lose yourself in the nature reserve with its centuries-old yew trees. End your day at the peaceful Lake Barbençon, where the reflection of the castle creates an enchanting spectacle.

Oostkerke is often considered the most beautiful village in West Flanders. With its white houses, windmills, and castle, it’s one of those picturesque villages we love! Legend has it that it even had a port (the Bruges-Sluis canal), which has since been buried underground.

Fun fact: the BBC television series The White Queen was partly filmed at Oostkerke Castle! Must-sees during your visit: the brick wheat mill in Oostkerke, Oostkerke Castle, and St. Quintinuskerk Church.

In 2008, Oud-Rekem was named “the most beautiful village in Flanders” by Toerisme Vlaanderen, proving that it deserves its place in this ranking! Dotted with historic buildings and located on the border with the Netherlands, it is crossed by the Willems South Canal.

Must-sees: Aspremont-LyndenCastle , the church museum, the pharmacy museum, and the Senden distillery. If you come to Oud-Rekem, take the opportunity to stop off in the Netherlands!