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The Tombeau du Géant is a hill formed by a meander of the Semois River. The hill is located on the left bank of the Semois, a few kilometers downstream from Bouillon. The Tombeau du Géant, a listed Natural Monument, is one of the most famous and most photographed locations in the Belgian Ardennes and the Semois Valley. The most popular viewpoint is near the village of Botassart, about 450 meters as the crow flies from the Semois and about 140 meters above the river. It offers a view of the river's meander around a well-preserved wooded hill that ends at an altitude of 250 meters. (Wikipedia)

The Semois valley features deep meanders and picturesque villages along the river, perfect for walking.

Bouillon seen from above.

The first observation tower on the Côte d’Auclin dates back to 1923. A new structure was inaugurated in 2001. The tower stands on a 150m³ concrete base. It has eight floors supported by four wooden pillars surrounded by iron, with a total height of 31.60 m (385 m altitude, or 180 m above the Semois). (InspiRoute)

The pontoon bridges over the Semois are installed around April/May each year and disappear around September/October. Useful to know when planning your walk whether the bridges are available or not.

Bench on rock with breathtaking view. 👌

There was no 2nd bridge to cross

Lovely place to relax, 100 metres above the Semois and the village of Poupehan. At the end of the 11th century, the famous Picard monk Pierre Lermite is said to have urged the inhabitants of Poupehan to join the crusaders.