Family activities
Description
The region offers plenty of fun for young and old alike. Here are our top suggestions for the whole family:
Houtopia – Univers des Sens
Following the complete transformation of the indoor space, Houtopia is a new space dedicated to the 5 senses. 80 sensory experiences to try and live, without forgetting the outdoor playground with its adventure course and its giant slide.
Place de l’Eglise 17 B-6660 Houffalize – Tél : 061/28.92.05 – www.houtopia.be
Animalaine
Interactive museum of wool and old trades in a 5-hectare animal park and playground.
Distance: 16km
Open: From 3 April to 29 September, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 09:30 – 16:30. July/August: open every day except Wednesday from 09:30-16:30.
http://www.animalaine.com, Tel : 061/21.75.08
Bastogne War Museum
A museum dedicated to the Battle of the Ardennes during the Second World War.
The tour is very well laid out, educational and accessible to children, who follow the story of several characters during the war.
Distance: 18.5km
Open every day from 9.30am.
Closing time between 17:00 and 19:00 depending on the season.
https://www.bastognewarmuseum.be/ Tel: 061/21.02.20
La Roche-en-Ardenne Game Park
This 10-hectare park, located in the heart of nature on the heights of La Roche, offers you the chance to observe the inhabitants of our forests in semi-liberty. On a 1.2km walking trail, you’ll come across fallow deer, stags, mouflons, wild boar and wild boar, wolves, lynxes, foxes, raccoons, great horned owls, ibexes… as well as donkeys, sheep, goats…
Distance: 19,5km
Open daily 9am – 5pm, weekend until 6pm
Partially open from November to March. Opening times to be checked.
https://www.parc-gibier-laroche.be/ Tel: 0470/10.80.78
Chlorophylle Park
Forest park with a tree walk, educational trail, themed play areas and guided tours.
Distance: 20km
Open every day from 10am to 5pm except Mondays and Tuesdays. Open every day in July and August.
https://www.parcchlorophylle.com/, Tel: +084/37.87.74
Visit a chocolate factory
Animation and demonstration lasting ± an hour, during which you can enjoy tastings.
Possibility of taking part in an escape game.
Distance: 13km
Open: on reservation
Cyril Chocolat , Tel : 084/46.71.20
Riveo
Interpretation centre on the theme of the river
Minigolf, aquarium and educational trail for children
Distance: 35km
Open : every day from 10 :00-17 :00
www.riveo.be, Tel: 084/41.35.71
Forestia
The animal park covers 44 hectares and offers over 5km of walks to discover 300 animals from our climate in semi-liberty.
The adventure park offers 11 tree-climbing courses and 2 giant zip lines. It’s open to children aged 2 and over. Please note: it’s best to book your course in advance!
Distance: 60km
During school holidays, an adventure course is open from 9:00-17:00.
The animal park is open every day from 9:00 to 17:00, except Mondays and Tuesdays in winter.
The full opening schedule is available on the website.
www.forestia.be, Tel: 087/54.10.75
Fourneau Saint-Michel
Le Fourneau Saint-Michel is an open-air museum offering a fascinating insight into rural and industrial life in the past, ideal for a family outing. Children and adults can explore traditional houses, craft workshops and even an old wood-burning furnace, while learning about the trades and lifestyles of the past. With its walking trails, picnic areas and interactive activities, the Fourneau Saint-Michel offers a day full of discovery and entertainment for all the family.
Distance: 43km
Open from 27/02 -03/11 from 09h30 – 17h00, closed on Mondays (except public holidays)
Plopsa Coo
Plopsa Coo is a family theme park close to the famous Coo waterfalls. It offers a multitude of attractions, from roller coasters to gentler rides for toddlers, as well as shows and themed areas.
Distance: 44km
Open: July/August, daily 10:00-18:00. See website for year-round opening times. https://www.plopsacoo.be/fr/heures-douverture
Aquamundo
Aqua Mundo, located at Center Parcs de Vielsalm, is a water park with wave pools, slides, quiet rivers and relaxation areas. The site also has an indoor and outdoor playground.
Distance: 33km
Open: in summer from 10:00-21:00. Check opening times on the website.
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