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Visit one of the largest fortified castles in Belgium and embark on a journey through more than 1000 years of history. Standing on three rocky peaks, the fortified castle of Bouillon dominates the town and offers a magnificent panorama of it. During your visit, you will also be able to discover a very widespread art in medieval times : the falconry. Admire the majestic flight of hawks, eagles, owls in an offbeat humor show (from 10 February to 11 November included). Finally, end the visit with the Scriptura museum which will tell you the history of the school, and the exhibition of the fresco "The armed pilgrimage of Godefroy de Bouillon".

An exceptionnal Heritage Discover our 32 rooms decorated with a collection of antique furniture of this exceptional heritage from Wallonia. 3 topics can be found in the castle : The old way of living in the country in the cellar, the life of the lords museum on the ground floor and the hunting museum on the first floor. Moreover, climb in our medieval donjon , with its incredible framework in woodwork , look through the window you will see our wetland , our fallow deer park , water pit , and its lovely french garden . Children are disguised for free (not for the moment Covid-19 measures). Museum of the Lords'life on the ground floor : With an amazing collection of antique furniture , a bathroom in roman style , a tiny dock , a chape l, dinning room, Lady's boudoir, a young Lady's room, beautiful fireplaces … The Caves : The Museum of Rural Life, with a kitchen, storeroom, regional craftsmanship , household chores and old tools The dungeon is from the 15 century, its narrow local stone stairs which drive you to the top of the tower , where the huge framework is still here. If only stones could talk ! Hunting Museum, on the first floor, art of falconry , Geology,picturesque room... Dear visitors, we thank you for your visit beacause it is thanks to your support that the history of the castle continues. To whom does the castle belong ? It does not belong to a person but to its own Non Profit Company : the association « Les Amis du château », who manage the site, assumes its maintenance and restoration. It was founded in 1933 by the generous Baroness Lemonnier. WE ARE LOOKING FOWARD TO WELCOM YOU!