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a small picnic area possible by the water with the watermill nearby.

A castle steeped in history. Nearby (less than 3km away) are the ruins of Baron Hofschmidt's Hermitage, featuring famous poems by Lamartine, Boileau, and others, engraved directly into the rock with exceptional calligraphy.

The church has witnessed numerous historical upheavals. It suffered severe damage during the Sack of Dinant in 1466 by Philip the Good and again in 1554 when troops of the Duke of Nevers ravaged the town. Each time, however, the church was carefully restored, with significant efforts undertaken in the 19th century under the direction of architects Léopold Schoonejans, Jules-Jacques Van Ysendyck, and Auguste Van Assche. Their work aimed to restore the church to its original 13th-century splendor. In the early 20th century, the First World War brought further devastation. The church was severely damaged but was rebuilt between 1919 and 1923 by architect Chrétien Veraart. The iconic onion-shaped bell tower, often compared by Victor Hugo to a giant water jug, remains a striking feature against the backdrop of the towering cliffs, symbolizing the fragility of human endeavor. Visitors to the Collegiate Church of Our Lady of Dinant are immediately impressed by its splendor. The church stretches 50 meters in length and 30 meters in the transept. The central nave rises to a height of 22 meters, while the side aisles reach approximately 14 meters. Cylindrical columns support the large arcades of the nave, conveying both majesty and simplicity. Source: mycityhunt.de/standorte/dinant-be-158247/poi/notre-dame-dinant-54065

The Halle al'Chair is a striking historic building in the center of Namur, near the Meuse River and the current Théâtre Royal. Built in the 16th century, it originally served as a covered meat market ("chair" means meat in Old French). Its location on the waterfront made the transport of goods particularly convenient. Over the centuries, the building served various purposes, including administrative and storage. Today, the Halle al'Chair is part of the city's cultural and archaeological heritage and a recognizable landmark in the Quartier du Théâtre. A fascinating stop that connects Namur's economic past with contemporary city life.

Beautiful mill

18th century castle with Romanesque chapel

With beautifully restored buildings towards homes

Very pleasant to clear your head.