Tourist Attractions & Monuments Belgium

Full name is "Musée Royal de l'Armée et d'Histoire Militaire". Even if you're not particularly military inclined, this is a pretty interesting site, if only for the amazing Hall de l'Air, where some 130 airplanes are on display, from the beginning of things all the way to the Mig 21. History buffs should find plenty to chew on, from Napoleon times to WWII. A Service Educatif organizes special visits. Hail to the fallen.

This visitor centre/museum was opened by AB InBev in 2007 in the former Hoegaarden brewery and tells the story of both the village and the beer. Exhibits include old equipment from the brewery and even a collection of beer mats and coasters.

A museum in a converted cellar with a display of some 1,200 Belgian beers and 400 foreign beers. There is also a collection of beer glasses, mirrors, enamel plaques and old advertising material. A bar in the middle of the exhibition area serves beer to visitors.

With a floor area of 4,000 m² (43,000 sq. ft.), the Bocholt brewery museum is the biggest in Europe. It opened in 1979 and is run by the Brouwerij Martens. (See the A-Z of breweries in this guide.)This important museum traces the history of the brewing industry from 1758 to the modern era. Visitors move from a traditional malthouse to the brewing room, passing original period fermenting vats and more recent fermentation tanks. The 100 exhibits come from Germany, the UK and Belgium.

Located in Wavre-Sainte-Catherine, Belgium, Tuindersdorp 't Grom is an open-air museum highlighting the history of horticulture and healthy eating in the region. The museum is housed in the former farms of Midzelen, where vegetables have been grown since 1712. Visitors can discover the evolution of cultivation techniques, tools and local vegetable varieties. The museum also features gardens, greenhouses and kitchens where visitors can smell, taste and experiment with local produce. To get there, you can take the train to Sint-Katelijne-Waver station, 1.2 km from the museum. Dogs are welcome.

Kuumba is a cultural center located in Ixelles. It offers a variety of activities and events highlighting African and Flemish culture. However, it should be noted that Kuumba regularly organizes special events outside its regular opening hours. For example, there has recently been a world games fair, dance evenings and film screenings. Kuumba also offers workshops, exhibitions and artistic performances.

Jodoigne is a town full of churches open to visitors. One of these is Saint-Barthélemy church, located in Zetrud-Lumay. This church is part of the pastoral unit of Jodoigne and is attached to the diocese of Walloon Brabant. It is run by the priest Joseph Mundeke. For lovers of religious architecture, the Saint-Barthélemy church is a must-see during a visit to Jodoigne.

La Maison du Livre asbl is a cultural center located in Saint-Gilles. It offers a varied program of exhibitions, festivals and lecture series. The Maison du Livre website provides information on upcoming events and activities. The Maison du Livre also organizes off-site workshops, enabling participants to discover nature and explore different aspects of writing. Those wishing to support the Maison du Livre can subscribe to their e-newsletter or join them on Facebook.

Galerie Thierry Goossens is an art gallery located in Brussels. It offers major exhibitions in a magnificent space. Galerie Thierry Goossens is a must for art lovers in Brussels.

The Canada Poland War II Museum is a war museum located in Maldegem. Founded in 1994, it pays tribute to the Canadian and Polish soldiers who fought in the Second World War. The museum houses a unique historical collection featuring hundreds of complete uniforms and equipment of Canadian and Polish soldiers, presented in realistic dioramas. Most of the uniforms were donated by veterans and civilians. The museum strives to preserve this exceptional collection and to inform visitors about the uniforms and soldiers every year. The museum also offers school projects for children aged 9 to 14. In addition to the museum, visitors can also discover the Adegem gardens on the same site.

Galerie Détour is an art gallery located in Namur. The gallery is currently presenting an exhibition entitled "Cosmos", featuring the work of eight artists who are members of the BeCraft association. The exhibition explores the theme of the cosmos through artistic creations in various fields such as ceramics, glass, jewelry, paper and textiles. The works represent the ordered chaos of our world in both formal and conceptual ways. BeCraft is a professional association that promotes the applied arts in Wallonia and Brussels. In addition to exhibitions, the gallery offers conferences, workshops and guided tours to inform and educate the public and professionals in the field. Admission to the gallery is free.

The Voer region in Flanders' Limburg province is a paradise for cyclists and hikers. It comprises six small villages: Moelingen, 's-Gravenvoeren, Sint-Martens-Voeren, Sint-Pieters-Voeren, Teuven and Remersdaal. With its unspoilt natural landscapes, picturesque villages, chapels and castles, the region offers a unique experience for every visitor. Accommodation is mainly in small, family-run businesses, guaranteeing a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere.