Wallonia and Ardennes: Cliffside Castles and River Gorges
A picturesque 4-day off-the-beaten-path loop through French-speaking southern Belgium and Luxembourg. Marvel at Liege’s dramatic staircase and train station, tour the cliff fortress of Dinant, and explore Luxembourg City with free national public transit.
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Liege Guillemins and Montagne de Bueren
LiegeArrive in Liege. Admire Calatrava’s futuristic station, climb 374 steps up Montagne de Bueren, and eat caramelized pearl-sugar Liege waffles.
Dinant Clifftop Citadel and Saxophones
DinantTake the train down the Meuse to Dinant. Climb to the clifftop Citadel, cross the saxophone art bridge, and eat savory flamiche.
Train to Luxembourg and Free Transit
Luxembourg CityTake the train south into Luxembourg. Enjoy 100% free national public transport on all trams and trains. Walk the ramparts of Chemin de la Corniche.
Fairytale Vianden Castle Excursion
ViandenTake the free train and connecting bus to Vianden Castle in the Ardennes. Tour the feudal halls and return to Luxembourg City.
✂️ What I Would Cut If Short on Time
Visit Dinant as a day trip from Brussels to complete the highlights in 2 days.
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