Dinant
heritage site in Dinant
Picturesque town on the Meuse with citadel, cable car and collegiate church. Birthplace of Adolphe Sax.
Dinant is the nearest town and offers a perfect day out. The town clings to the rock face above the Meuse — one of the most beautiful cityscapes in Belgium.
What you can do
- The Citadel — Reach the fortress by cable car or via 408 steps. Panoramic views over the Meuse valley. Inside, a museum about Dinant's history and both World Wars.
- The Collegiate Church — The distinctive pear-shaped bell tower is Dinant's icon. Free to visit.
- Adolphe Sax — The inventor of the saxophone was born here in 1814. His birthplace is a museum. Colourful saxophone statues line the streets.
- The Meuse — Boat trips to Anseremme or Freÿr. Kayaking on the Lesse.
- Shopping and dining — Charming shopping streets, ice cream parlours and brasseries along the Meuse.
With children
The cable car is an experience in itself. At the citadel there's a playground and an interactive museum. Afterwards, an ice cream by the Meuse — children are happy.
Tip
Combine Dinant with the Anseremme-Gendron train walk. You walk along the Lesse and end up in Dinant.
From ArdenNest
15 minutes by car. Parking along the Meuse (paid) or free at the Anseremme bridge car park.
— Recommended by Bieke & Christophe, your hosts at ArdenNest
Highlights
Also discover nearby
Dinant Evasion — Adventure Park
Spectacular adventure park set in an old quarry above the Meuse. Various courses, death rides and climbing walls.
Brasserie de la Lesse
Cooperative craft brewery with tours and tastings.
Caves of Han
One of Europe's most beautiful caves, combined with a 250-hectare wildlife park. The day trip in the Ardennes.