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Château de Fallais

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Château de Fallais

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Château de Fallais

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Parc naturel Burdinale-Mehaigne

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Location: Braives, Waremme, Liège, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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1. The Marsh Tree Frog — Burdinale-Mehaigne Nature Park

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2. Tree Frog Fountain – View of Fumal Castle loop from Braives

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3. Village du Saule – Tree Frog Fountain loop from Fumal

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Fred Urrutia

July 16, 2024

The fortified castle of Fallais dates from the 13th century and was built by the Beaufort family. It was the place of historical meetings and Reformed preaching. Occupied by Louis XIV in the 17th century, it escaped destruction thanks to village women offering Liège waffles. Restored in 1881-1882, a fire in 1937 damaged it, then it became a home for the elderly.

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Christian 🚴‍♂️🚶‍♂️

April 26, 2021

This castle fortress is located in the territory of the commune of Braives, in the Walloon Region in the province of Liège.

The first construction dates back to the 13th century by the Beaufort family.

In 1465, it was the setting for the meeting between Charles the Bold and Louis de Bourbon, prince-bishop of Liège. In 1543, John Calvin sent Pastor Jean de Saint-André to preach at the Château de Fallais, whose lord, Jacques de Bourgogne, cousin of Charles V, was a fervent Reformed1.

In the 17th century, Louis XIV occupied it, probably during the Battle of Neerwinden. He wanted to have it shot down to prevent the enemy from taking a position, but legend has it that the women of the village of Fallais made him change his mind by offering him Liège waffles which he found delicious.

This castle was restored in 1881-1882 by the architect Auguste Van Assche.

In 1937, a fire seriously damaged the structure of the castle.

This was partially renovated to accommodate a home for the elderly.

It is not accessible to the public but is nonetheless essential.

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Peter 🥾🐾🌲

May 4, 2025

The domain is closed and the castle is partially covered in scaffolding. It is currently only visible from a distance.

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Location: Braives, Waremme, Liège, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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Château de Fallais

1. The Marsh Tree Frog — Burdinale-Mehaigne Nature Park

2. Tree Frog Fountain – View of Fumal Castle loop from Braives

3. Village du Saule – Tree Frog Fountain loop from Fumal

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