An extraordinary site whose name betrays history. In the 16th century, the Rulles valley was an ideal place for the development of industrial activities: it provided wood as an essential fuel for the manufacture of iron and water for hydraulic energy. Today, this site is a little gem where nature has taken back its rights.

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As an indication, the first industrial buildings constructed on the Trappery Estate were built more than 400 years ago. It was Herman Trappé, former mayor of Liège, who received the …

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The factory pond is a natural space in the village of Orvault. It owes its name to the old lime (lemon) factory that stood right next to it and has now been converted into accommodation.
This place is a small natural oasis in the center of Orvault, a stone's throw from the town hall and the church of Saint-Léger.

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Elevation 430 m

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