サンギスランの洞窟・トップ10

石畳の通りの前に美しい城

Chateau de Beloeil, otherwise known as the little Belgian Versailles.

Château de Belœil is a magnificent castle surrounded by impressive French gardens, located in the heart of Hainaut. Owned by the de Ligne family since the 14th century, this stately castle exudes elegant, historic charm.

Ormeignies Castle, located in the village of the same name in Wallonia, is a historic residence built in the mid-19th century by Édouard de Rouillé. Initially an 18th century manor house, it was rebuilt after a fire in 1866 by his son Adhémar, in a neoclassical style by the architect Désiré Limbourg. The castle and its estate were sold in 1934 and dismantled shortly after. Today, only a side wall with a staircase remains, visible from the public road.

For centuries it has been the residence of the princes of Ligne, a noble Belgian family. This castle is sometimes called the Versailles of Belgium. It can be visited, but closed for the 2023 season, open again from April 2024. The village where it is located also has something magical, the grandeur of the buildings, the gardens, the swans in the moat... and of course the surrounding forests where you can freely ride MTB... wonderful. Be sure to check the hunting dates during the hunting season. Here you will find an interactive hunting map https://www.ultimatehiking.net/jacht

The oldest fountain in Beloeil dates from 1824. Neo-classical style. At the top of the pillar, a cartouche bears the following inscription: "Princeps Henricus Oriens Populo Elargitur Unsam XVIMA octobris". This means that the pump was opened to the public on the occasion of the birth of Prince Henri de Ligne on October 16, 1824.

The Versailles of the Borinage. Beautiful Castle that could use a scaffolding refresh - or is that part of its charm?

Beloeil Castle, nothing else :D