A guide to Durbuy and its surroundings
City/town information
The smallest town in the world!
In Durbuy's old town, the cobbled streets with their historic houses are a major attraction for visitors. Discovering the beautiful town on foot takes you past alleys, shops and cosy cafés and restaurants.
You can even discover a piece of the old city wall. Intimate and atmospheric Durbuy is a must in every season.
The small town of Durbuy has undeniable charm. The town lies on the meandering Ourthe. While strolling in the car-free historical heart, you can look around at the old buildings that have been built in the local stone. Don't miss Durbuy's oldest street, rue Daufresne de la Chevalerie. It is covered with pebbles from the Ourthe.
Heritage and nature blend seamlessly. The topiary park is special, as is the age-old massive limestone Omalius rock and the water point. Plus the rocky point on which the castle is built.
Durbuy is a great location for a holiday in a worthwhile and beautiful part of the Belgian Ardennes. Enjoy the wooded area and the flowing water, the cosiness of the town and the many good restaurants. The local cuisine seduces the taste buds! Durbuy has a good culinary reputation.
There are plenty of walking and cycling routes around Durbuy. For the more adventurous there is Adventure Valley Durbuy and for the children there is the Labyrinth in summer!
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Durbuy
The smallest town in the world!
In Durbuy's old town, the cobbled streets with their historic houses are a major attraction for visitors. Discovering the beautiful town on foot takes you past alleys, shops and cosy cafés and restaurants.
You can even discover a piece of the old city wall. Intimate and atmospheric Durbuy is a must in every season.
The small town of Durbuy has undeniable charm. The town lies on the meandering Ourthe. While strolling in the car-free historical heart, you can look around at the old buildings that have been built in the local stone. Don't miss Durbuy's oldest street, rue Daufresne de la Chevalerie. It is covered with pebbles from the Ourthe.
Heritage and nature blend seamlessly. The topiary park is special, as is the age-old massive limestone Omalius rock and the water point. Plus the rocky point on which the castle is built.
Durbuy is a great location for a holiday in a worthwhile and beautiful part of the Belgian Ardennes. Enjoy the wooded area and the flowing water, the cosiness of the town and the many good restaurants. The local cuisine seduces the taste buds! Durbuy has a good culinary reputation.
There are plenty of walking and cycling routes around Durbuy. For the more adventurous there is Adventure Valley Durbuy and for the children there is the Labyrinth in summer!
Restaurants
Our recommendations for great food!
Aux Saveurs de Yasmine
3 Petit BarvauxLa Passerelle
1 Chêne à Han
Banana Split Barvaux
3 En CharotteFresh made ice creams! Yum-Yum !
Our absolute favourite! Delicious menu for a fair price. Located in the centre of Durbuy in an old mansion.
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Le Fou du Roy
4 Rue du Comte Théodule d'UrselOur absolute favourite! Delicious menu for a fair price. Located in the centre of Durbuy in an old mansion.
Mama Gusto
21 ChainrueFor pizza lovers!
L'Etable Grill, Restaurant
3 El CwèneSteakhouse - grill restaurant!
Must see!
https://topiaires.be
The parc des Topiaires is the largest topiary garden in the world, it is located on the bank of the River Ourthe and open to the public.
It hosts several events and exhibitions during the year. View the events schedule : www.luxembourg-belge.be/fr/agenda/agenda.php
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Topiary Park
1 Rue de la Haie Himbehttps://topiaires.be
The parc des Topiaires is the largest topiary garden in the world, it is located on the bank of the River Ourthe and open to the public.
It hosts several events and exhibitions during the year. View the events schedule : www.luxembourg-belge.be/fr/agenda/agenda.php
https://www.radhadesh.com
The castle has a long eventful history and now houses the spiritual community of Radhadesh. It has been renovated from top to bottom and converted into a veritable haven of spirituality where you can explore India’s colourful traditions. The castle also houses the MOSA (Museum of Sacred Art), a shop selling traditional Indian craftwork, a bakery and a vegetarian restaurant.
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Radhadesh Retraitecentrum
5 Petite Sommehttps://www.radhadesh.com
The castle has a long eventful history and now houses the spiritual community of Radhadesh. It has been renovated from top to bottom and converted into a veritable haven of spirituality where you can explore India’s colourful traditions. The castle also houses the MOSA (Museum of Sacred Art), a shop selling traditional Indian craftwork, a bakery and a vegetarian restaurant.
Here, you will discover the history of Wéris’ spectacular megalithic field and its mysterious standing stones and dolmens that are over 5,000 years old! Dive into the history of the fascinating dolmens and menhirs (all made of puddingstone) that are unique in Belgium as well as the Neolithic period and the culture of the dolmen-builders. Nice bonus: cap off your visit by treating yourself to a Dolmenius, a tasty amber craft beer.
Maison des Megalithes
7 Pl. Arsène SoreilHere, you will discover the history of Wéris’ spectacular megalithic field and its mysterious standing stones and dolmens that are over 5,000 years old! Dive into the history of the fascinating dolmens and menhirs (all made of puddingstone) that are unique in Belgium as well as the Neolithic period and the culture of the dolmen-builders. Nice bonus: cap off your visit by treating yourself to a Dolmenius, a tasty amber craft beer.
https://grottesdehotton.be/nl/startpagina/
Unique site, recognised as an exceptional natural heritage site of Wallonia, the Hotton Caves are the only ones to be listed in their entirety and have two stars in the Michelin Guide!Reservation strongly recommended.
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Grotten van Hotton
1 Chemin du Spéléo-Clubhttps://grottesdehotton.be/nl/startpagina/
Unique site, recognised as an exceptional natural heritage site of Wallonia, the Hotton Caves are the only ones to be listed in their entirety and have two stars in the Michelin Guide!Reservation strongly recommended.
Sports and adventure
https://www.adventure-valley.be
Adventure valley has become one big park with various activities. It consists of six high ropes courses at three different heights with more than 100 obstacles, several ziplines, a climbing wall, a cave experience, a zipline, a free fall, a minigolf, a large new playground, a laser game, a tubing slide, a net park and finally a real mountain bike course. Ideal for families, friends or team buildings.
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Avonturenvallei Durbuy
1 Rue Romehttps://www.adventure-valley.be
Adventure valley has become one big park with various activities. It consists of six high ropes courses at three different heights with more than 100 obstacles, several ziplines, a climbing wall, a cave experience, a zipline, a free fall, a minigolf, a large new playground, a laser game, a tubing slide, a net park and finally a real mountain bike course. Ideal for families, friends or team buildings.
http://www.lelabyrinthe.be
From July to October, experience a magical adventure!
The Labyrinth of Durbuy is a unique attraction in Belgium! Every summer, young and old experience magical adventures in this gigantic cornfield. A maze you would never want to leave!
A giant maze in a maize field of more than 11 ha in which visitors experience magical adventures. A fantastic attraction for the whole family in a stunning natural setting.
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Het Labyrint van Barvaux-sur-Ourthe
Chemin du Hasardhttp://www.lelabyrinthe.be
From July to October, experience a magical adventure!
The Labyrinth of Durbuy is a unique attraction in Belgium! Every summer, young and old experience magical adventures in this gigantic cornfield. A maze you would never want to leave!
A giant maze in a maize field of more than 11 ha in which visitors experience magical adventures. A fantastic attraction for the whole family in a stunning natural setting.
https://www.lecod.be
This 500 m² swimming pool with a 200 m² children's pool is a real pleasure for young and old. Enjoy the warm water of the jacuzzi (30°) or the sauna, accessible to all +18 bathers. There is also a sauna for private use: 20 €/hour. Situated at only 2 km from Durbuy.
After a dive in the water you can have a drink and a meal in the brasserie of Bohon. The terrace overlooks the children's pool.
Attention!
Swimming cap and classic bathing suit/trunks compulsory.
BOHON Piscine station
https://www.lecod.be
This 500 m² swimming pool with a 200 m² children's pool is a real pleasure for young and old. Enjoy the warm water of the jacuzzi (30°) or the sauna, accessible to all +18 bathers. There is also a sauna for private use: 20 €/hour. Situated at only 2 km from Durbuy.
After a dive in the water you can have a drink and a meal in the brasserie of Bohon. The terrace overlooks the children's pool.
Attention!
Swimming cap and classic bathing suit/trunks compulsory.
Durbuy Golfclub
34 Rte d'OppagneNearby villages!
Durbuy is the historic centre, but there are many nearby villages that are also worth a visit!
The commercial centre of Durbuy, with numerous shopping possibilities and nice restaurants.
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Barvaux-Sur-Ourthe
The commercial centre of Durbuy, with numerous shopping possibilities and nice restaurants.
Borlon
Septon
Grandhan
Marche-en-Famenne
Stadsadvies
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Mini-golf Durbuy
https://durbuytourisme.be/hades_offre/le-mini-golf/?l=en
Come and have a great time with your family at the 18-hole mini-golf course.
And why not try your hand at golf in the evening? Night lighting is available (July and August only)
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Kayak-Canoe-Rafting
https://durbuytourisme.be/offres/activites/kayak-canoe-rafting/?l=en
Vervoersmogelijkheden
Shuttle bus between Barvaux and Durbuy
http://durbuytourisme.deuxpoints.eu/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Navette-Durbuy-juil-et-aout-2019.pdf
The shuttle bus circulates between the Barvaux train stop and the footbridge of the old town centre of Durbuy, passing by the municipal swimming pool in Bohon, at different periods of the year.
When it is not on its way to the train stop, this bus travels every 10 minutes between the Pré Georis parking lot at the entrance of the old town centre of Durbuy and the footbridge that leads straight to the centre of Durbuy, keeping excess traffic out of the centre of the town.
Vervoersmogelijkheden
Parkings
To make shops and businesses more accessible, the town centres have been equipped with a significant number of parking lots.
A 300-space parking lot was created at the entrance in Durbuy, at 900m from the centre. A shuttle bus ensures the connexion every 10 minutes.