Wallonia is famous for its majestic castles and ancient villages. On this tour you hike through the valley of the Lesse and some of the most beautiful places that can only be surpassed by a truly fairytale castle.

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Last updated: March 3, 2025

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View of the Aiguilles de Chaleux

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On the opposite bank of the Lesse River, the "Aiguilles de Chaleux"—the Needles of Chaleux—rise steeply into the sky. This dramatic limestone cliff is undoubtedly one of the most exciting and beautiful rock formations in all of Belgium.

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View of the Lesse bend at Chaleux

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Vêves Castle

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On the site of the Vêves Castle stood a fortified castle since 1230, which was completely destroyed in a fire at the beginning of the 15th century. A little later, …

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Celles Village

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Very nice village, all made of quarry stone. It is worth to visit the monastery on the mountain.

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8.84 km

8.07 km

1.12 km

795 m

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6.50 km

5.28 km

3.68 km

1.75 km

1.36 km

249 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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VISITWalloniaDecember 14, 2019

Wallonia is famous for its majestic castles and ancient villages. On this tour you hike through the valley of the Lesse and some of the most beautiful places that can only be surpassed by a truly fairytale castle.
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The starting point of your hike is one of the most beautiful villages in Wallonia: Celles

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BraesigerJune 29, 2024

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Rocks and castles around Celles - Belgian Ardennes

View of the Aiguilles de Chaleux

View of the Lesse bend at Chaleux

Vêves Castle

Celles Village

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