The best gravel rides around Engis

Nice change to cycle through the farmlands with beautiful hilly landscape all around

A new fish ladder – the largest in Wallonia! – a veritable artificial river, allows aquatic wildlife to bypass the dam. The footbridge connecting the municipalities of Amay and Huy has been replaced and extended to span the main road. More information: https://construirelawallonie.be/nouvelles/le-site-eclusier-dampsin-neuville-est-equipe-de-la-plus-longue-passe-a-poissons-de-wallonie/

The Seraing Arboretum boasts a rich collection of tree species, including a giant sequoia measuring approximately 38 meters tall with a circumference of 6.60 meters (approximately 2.10 meters in diameter). The giant sequoia is renowned for its ability to withstand impacts (its bark is approximately 3 cm thick) and was used in firebreaks because its moist bark provides good resistance to forest fires. There are also Vancouver firs measuring approximately 51 meters tall, though some have died standing. If you'd like to see for yourself, you can make the "lumberjack's cross," an easy and fun activity. Please respect the trees by not tearing the bark off the sequoia and by staying on the paths. We wish you a pleasant walk.

A magnificent medieval castle from the 13th century with a full moat and pond. Remarkably, the beautiful adjacent castle farm is also situated within the moat. This proved a major advantage for supplying the castle during a siege. In the 20th century, it was abandoned, even with its roofs collapsing. Fortunately, in 2004, an investor began restoring it to its original state, resulting in the current outcome. Unfortunately, he overdid it and went bankrupt. In 2020, the trustee put it back on the market, and a new owner was found. Today, it hosts banquets, seminars, and weddings.

A magnificent castle with a moat surrounding not only the castle itself but also the adjacent farm. The castle originated sometime in the 13th century from a fortified house, and the farm was added in 1758. Originally, it encompassed a 600-hectare estate including the Rognac Forest. In the 20th century, it fell into complete disrepair, with even roofs collapsing. In 2004, an investor had ambitious plans for the castle and completely renovated it to its former glory. However, the costs spiraled out of control, and he went bankrupt. It was finally put up for sale in 2020 and found a new owner. It is currently a luxury residence that hosts banquets.

This 16th-century castle was renovated and expanded in the 19th century in the Neo-Gothic style. It stands alone in a park surrounded by ponds. From the courtyard, one can see the tall octagonal tower that houses the castle staircase. Furthermore, the most beautiful part of the (private) castle is hidden from passersby.

Its history: It is often linked to the memory of Father Antoine (founder of Antoinism), who used to come here to pray. It's a small, cool haven nestled under the trees. The atmosphere: It exudes a calm and somewhat mysterious atmosphere, typical of local Walloon legends.

The Source des Amoureux is a small, natural spring. It's a simple "mouth" in the rock where cool, clear water wells up, feeding a tributary stream that flows alongside the path. Ideal for hikers in the valley between Seraing and Flémalle, it offers a peaceful retreat with its romantic name and lush green surroundings. A few meters from the spring, you'll notice the spectacle of two "hugging" trees.