Visit Chimay and its region

Stay at La Demoiselle ô Bois: nature, heritage and discoveries around Chimay.

Staying at La Demoiselle ô Bois means settling down in the heart of nature, in a generous region that is easy to explore.

Here, nature, heritage and activities come together without having to travel miles.

Whether you are

• 🥾lovers of walks,

• 🏰curious about history,

• 🍺gourmands,

• 👪or looking for activities to share with the family,

the Chimay region offers a wide range of experiences, easily accessible from the cottage.

To plan your stay or refine your interests once you're here, the local tourist offices are invaluable sources of information:

• Momignies Tourist Office – Macon Castle Farm
• Chimay Tourist Office
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💛Our favorites

Ideas we like to share with our travelers:

• Stroll through the historic site of Chimay, passing by the castle
  (check opening hours)

• Discover Scourmont Abbey , enjoy a Chimay beer at the Auberge du Poteaupré, and visit the Chimay Experience shop for a local souvenir.

• Immerse yourself in nature at the Aquascope in Virelles , a must-see for young and old.

• To be dazzled by Visit Lompret , one of the most beautiful villages in Wallonia, then enjoy an escavèche at the L'Eau Blanche restaurant.

• Explore the spectacular Fondry des Chiens ; for the more motivated, the trails starting from Nismes are well worth the effort.

So many iconic places that give a beautiful picture of the region's richness.

Nature, hiking & walks

The Chimay region is an ideal playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Here, you can breathe deeply and recharge your batteries.

🥾Hiking

Put on your walking boots and enjoy forest trails, wooded landscapes and typical villages built from local stone.

The region is surrounded by forests, at the gateway to the Belgian Ardennes and the French Ardennes, in the heart of the Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse Natural Park.

To prepare for your outings:

https://visitchimay.be/decouvrir/promenades/

https://www.sitytrail.com/

Our hikes, tested and shared in the gîte's News section, include:

• Promenade along the White Water around Lompret

• Hiking in the Viroinval Valley

• Nature and heritage walk: between Aulne Abbey and Thuin

Or treat yourself to a themed guided walk (tales and legends, edible plants, inhabitants of the forest).

🚲Bike rides

There's something for everyone when it comes to cycling: mountain biking, RAVeL or more leisurely rides through villages and the countryside.

All the practical information, itineraries and advice can be found here.

See also:

• Bike route in Momignies

• Cycling route around Chimay Castle

• Bike ride in Chimay: the Beau Vélo de RAVeL

• Cycling holiday in Chimay – cycling events and Tandem of the Boot

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🏰Culture & Heritage

Chimay has a rich heritage, which can be discovered both in its buildings and in its local history.

• Chimay Castle, the Collegiate Church of Saints Peter and Paul and the historic center.
  For a fun discovery, book the Secrets of Chimay puzzle trail

• Scourmont Abbey

• Museums and historical sites in the region – discover them here

Culture is also expressed through numerous events throughout the year.

To be discovered depending on the season:

• Artists' Trail in the Hainaut region

• Chimay Christmas Market

• Chimay Fair (in October and at Easter)

And many other activities that we share on our Facebook page.

🎯Activities & Leisure

There is no shortage of ideas to round off your stay or keep the whole family entertained:

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• Totemus Treasure Hunts
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Beauwelz – Hainaut Boot

Monceau-Imbrechies

Momignies

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• Customs Officers' Circuit
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• Visit and escape game at the Courquain Customs House , an iconic location from the filmNothing to declare

Or, for thrill-seekers: the Chimay Circuit.

To be consulted depending on the period:

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• Activities at Chimay Beach

• Vintage motorcycle events in Chimay

• Village festivals and fairs in the summer

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📸Things to discover in the surrounding area

A short distance from Chimay, there are other ideas for outings to add variety to your stay:

• Ry de Rome Dam

• ValJoly

• Eau d'Heure Lakes

• TerrAltitude – Tree climbing in Fumay

• Hiking in the Viroin Valley

Perfect excursions for a day out with family or friends

🍽️Local flavors &  produce

No visit to the region would be complete without sampling the local produce:

• Trappist beers from Chimay, cheese, escavèche

• Local products: cured meats, Seloignes snails, Chimay gin and rum

The best places to visit, artisans and restaurants are listed directly at the cottage (welcome pack and personalised advice).
 

See also:

• Chimay, between nature and gourmet delights – a gourmet immersion for saffron lovers

In short, there's plenty to keep you busy, both at the cottage and in the surrounding area. And since you can't do everything in one stay, there's always a good reason to come back.😉