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Majestic and simple. Visit the château "Le Risdoux," situated on an 8-hectare estate on the banks of the Meuse River, and a feeling of modest happiness is not unlikely.

The Château Diericx de Tenham in Surice has a remarkable history, especially during the First World War. Aline Diericx de ten Hamme spent the summer with her sister in the castle of Surice and published an account of her experiences during the German invasion in August 1914. This account was published in the revue “Les Annales” on February 21, 1915. Surice itself is a section of the city of Philippeville, located in the province of Namur, and has a rich history dating back to Roman times and the Merovingian era. The village has suffered many wars and invasions over the centuries, which has undoubtedly had an impact on the local monuments, including possibly the Château Diericx de Tenham.

Estate on the banks of the Meuse. The castle is now a group accommodation.

This castle only dates from the 17th century. It is located on the exact location of an old fort razed during the time of Louis XIII. In 1815, it became a Céruse factory. White lead has been known to be the best white pigment since ancient times. Its use was banned at the beginning of the 20th century. In 1835, it became the headquarters of a slate company. It has today become the collection center, post office and municipal services for the town of Fumay. A property which has seen, as you can see, many utilitarian aspects over the years.

Village a little unknown but really worth the detour

It's just a brilliant bike route, quiet and close to nature.

In the Meuse valley, near the Belgian border, in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of the Ardennes lies the charming medieval village of Hierges, in the shadow of its castle. This castle of Hierges was rebuilt in the 16th century, when only consisting of towers and defensive walls, in a Mosan Renaissance style, and supplemented with beautiful gardens in the French and Italian style. This is not all for lovers of old buildings: go out into the city and discover the beautiful cobblestone streets surrounded by old houses! (https://www.france-voyage.com/france-toerisme/hierges-1983.htm)

Beautiful view of the castle and the city with reflection in the water