What to do in Val d'Ardenne this fall

In short, September is a good month to visit the Ardennes Valley: fewer crowds, everything still open, but not always at the same times as in July and August. Here's a site-by-site guide to help you plan your trip without any unpleasant surprises. Charlemont: always open, but from Wednesday to Sunday. In September, the Charlemont fort remains...

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What to do in Val d'Ardenne this fall

Accropierre in Charlemont: I tested the new adventure in the heart of the Givet fort for you

The Charlemont team met us at the parade ground to unveil their big new attraction for 2026, nestled within the historic ramparts (and more): the Accropierre treetop adventure course. If you're looking for an activity that combines sport, history, and adrenaline in the Ardennes, you've come to the right place. Upon arrival, the sheer size of the fort...

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Accropierre in Charlemont: I tested the new adventure in the heart of the Givet fort for you
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Flavors, laughter and smoked onions: experience the Givet Fair!

Every year on November 11th, the town of Givet comes alive with a unique atmosphere. The streets fill with colorful stalls, the characteristic aroma of smoked onions, and the squares host numerous fairground attractions: it's the Onion Fair, an unmissable event for locals and visitors alike, from all over the region… and even beyond.

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Flavors, laughter and smoked onions: experience the Givet Fair!

The Spanish House of Revin: a journey through time in the heart of the Ardennes

A Facade That Tells a Story In Revin, on the peaceful banks of the Meuse, stands an unexpected gem: the Maison Espagnole, a testament to the 16th century and a guardian of the Ardennes' soul. It's impossible to remain indifferent to its finely sculpted half-timbered and red brick facade, which looks like it came straight out of a...

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The Spanish House of Revin: a journey through time in the heart of the Ardennes
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12 unmissable viewpoints in Val d'Ardenne

Discover the most photogenic viewpoints in the Val d'Ardenne whatever the season.

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12 unmissable viewpoints in Val d'Ardenne

5 good reasons to come to Val d'Ardenne

Hello everyone, Today, let's discover 5 of the good reasons to come to our Val d'Ardenne region. Located in the far north of the department, it has many things to discover and/or do and, above all, unforgettable memories to offer you! This list is of course not exhaustive because other experiences,...

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5 good reasons to come to Val d'Ardenne

5 reasons to love camping

It's no coincidence that camping is France's favorite way of vacationing. And if you still have to be convinced to take the plunge, here are 5 good reasons to enjoy the joy of outdoor holidays.

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5 reasons to love camping

TerrAltitude: The routes

Here we are again at TerrAltitude Park in Fumay with Armand! It's a beautiful day for tree climbing! We're going to test the courses. Upon arriving at the park, we head straight to the equipment. For the courses, we need a harness consisting of two lanyards, two carabiners, gloves, and a pulley....

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TerrAltitude: The routes
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Ardennes style trout

Fishing enthusiasts will not have missed this date for anything in the world. Yes, since this weekend… trout fishing has resumed its rights until September 18th. The streams and rivers of the Ardennes are once again open to all anglers looking for new catches. Expert in the matter, maybe...

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Ardennes style trout

The Roman camp

I set off to explore the Roman Camp on Mont Vireux. The site is exceptional and magical. A warm welcome. The Roman Camp is above all a historical site, which includes remains from the late Roman Empire and medieval remains. But today, the Roman Camp is, above all, a place that...

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The Roman camp

Bare ass cracker

With this weather, nothing beats a good bare-assed cacasse! Or rather, cheeky! The little story Like bouillabaisse in Marseille or sauerkraut in Strasbourg, in the Ardennes, we have cacasse à cul nu. Originally, it was a simple and nourishing dish, a fricassee of potatoes...

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Bare ass cracker

Discovering the “Mont Despite-All”

With its 232 kilometers of marked hiking trails, the Ardennes Valley is the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Why not take advantage of a sunny day to discover the wonderful landscapes that the Meuse Valley has to offer? Between nature and heritage, let's explore Mont Malgré-Tout in Revin....

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Discovering the “Mont Despite-All”

10 good reasons to be proud to be from the Ardennes

are you proud to be from the Ardennes? Here are the 10 good reasons why!

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10 good reasons to be proud to be from the Ardennes

Givet Onion Tart

Discover or re-discover the ancestral recipe for onion tart from the town of Givet.

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Givet Onion Tart

The 4 good reasons to go to the village of Hierges

The village of Hierges is a medieval village located in Val d'Ardenne. Here are the 4 good reasons to come and visit it...

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The 4 good reasons to go to the village of Hierges

Ideas for outdoor outings

Many outings, outdoors are possible on our territory of Val d'Ardenne. Come discover some of them with us!

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Ideas for outdoor outings

Discover the old center of Givet

Let's go together today to discover the old center of the town of Givet, follow me, let's go!

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Discover the old center of Givet

Ideas for outings when you are passionate about history in Val d'Ardenne

Let's discover together the sites not to be missed when you are passionate about history and passing through the Val d'Ardenne

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Ideas for outings when you are passionate about history in Val d'Ardenne

Card game: the Couillon!

Discover in this article the rules of the Couillon game, a very famous card game in the Ardennes!

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Card game: the Couillon!

Walks on the Trans-Ardennes greenway

Since the greenway was awarded the “European cycle path 2010” award at the largest hiking fair in the Netherlands (30 visitors in February), it has seen its popularity increase with a sporting public. It's not every day that a cycle path is awarded by the country of cycling....

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Walks on the Trans-Ardennes greenway

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