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Arlon Land of Brimming with history and stories

Province of Wëllkomm am WELCOME TO THE LAND OF ARLON

This practical guide is bursting with good ideas for visiting the Land of Arlon (Pays d’Arlon) set in the Province of Luxembourg () and on the borders of and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. This land of exchanges, made up of four communes (Arlon, Attert, Aubange and Messancy), at the crossroads of the French and German cultures, boasts a rich cross-border heritage. Bearing witness to our Gallo-Roman past, the Land of Arlon is crossed by old Roman roads linking imperial cities. Arelerland – the Luxembourg name for the Land of Arlon – also has its own local drink, the Maitrank, the essential ingredient of which is woodruff. You can taste it at one of our Ambassadors or make it yourself by following the recipe on page 45! Enjoy your visit in the company of our mascot, the Aspérulette (Woodruff Maiden). We look forward to meeting you. CONTENTS

Arlon, 2,000 years of history ------4 Attert, green and energetic ------5 Aubange, marked by fire and iron------6 Messancy, shopping and relaxation ------7

NOT TO BE MISSED------8-9

DISCOVERING------10 Our attractions and museums ------11-19 Our heritage------20-27 Our countryside------28-33

WALKING AND EXPERIMENTING------34 Outdoor activities ------35-36 Indoor activities ------37-38 Go for a walk ------39-43

TASTING------44 The Maitrank ------45 Local beers ------46 Cheeses------47 Juices ------48 Regional butchers ------49

GOING OUT------50 Our events ------51-53

SLEEPING------54 Our accommodation------55-57 Where to find us------58-59

USEFUL ADDRESSES------60-61 Across the border ------62-63

Responsible publisher Maison du Tourisme du Pays d’Arlon a.s.b.l. − J. Coibion, President Rue des Faubourgs 2 − 6700 Arlon − +32(0)63 21 94 54 2019/2020 edition Photo credits: P. Willems - FTLB, Arlon Tourisme, Valérie Peuckert, Archaeological Museum of Arlon, Gaspar Museum, Attert Valley Nature Park, Attert Tourist Office, Jules Coibion, Aubange Tourist Office, Mc Arthur Glen, Relax & Cook, The Most Beautiful Villages of , City of Arlon, City of Aubange Arlon 2,000 YEARS OF HISTORY Arlon (Orolaunum in ) is one of the three oldest cities of Belgium. It owes this privileged position to its strategic location at the crossroads of two major The Land of A r l on and i t s four communes Roman roads, one leading from Reims to Trier and the other from Metz to Tongeren. Today, this identity is reflected 4 in the presence of the Archaeological Museum, the discovery of Roman towers (Neptune and Jupiter) and the organisation of an annual Gallo- Roman weekend. Attert GREEN AND ENERGETIC The commune of Attert comprises 17 villages and hamlets that also make up the Attert Valley Nature Park. Lying halfway between Arlon and , it occupies a key zone between The Land of A r l on and i t s four communes Anlier Forest in the on the one hand and the famous cuestas on the other. This is largely responsible for 5 the great wealth of its natural environment. AUBANGE MARKED BY FIRE AND IRON Set at the heart of the Land of the Three Borders between the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and France, the Municipality of Aubange forms a link between The Land of A r l on and i t s four communes and the Land of Arlon. This municipality, which has a rich industrial past, is made up of seven localities, each of which 6 has a charm of its own. It is the scene of varied landscapes, alternating between striking woods, fine tree-filled terraces and little valleys enhanced by green meadows. In addition, it has a built heritage typical of Lorraine. messancy SHOPPING AND RELAXATION Messancy can lay claim to the title of very old locality. The name is first referenced in an official document, a bull issued by Pope Urban II, in 1096. Once a rural commune, it came a dormitory The Land of A r l on and i t s four communes commune for the iron and steel plants of , France and the nearby Grand Duchy. This characteristic was to last for 7 a century, creating a prestigious past reflected in fine, imposing villas. 1

DISCOVER OUR GALLO-ROMAN HERITAGE TASTE THE MAITRANK our local aperitif that you can enjoy at one of our Ambassadors ADMIRE THE VIEW FROM THE TOP OF THE BELVEDERE and explore the St. Donatus district with its mound, its old town and more STROLL THROUGH OUR REMARKABLE VILLAGES including Nobressart, one of the most beautiful villages of Wallonia, Guirsch and its panoramic view, Rachecourt and its apple festival, and more VISIT ST. MARTIN’S CHURCH in the late afternoon when the setting sun pierces its rosette THE CLÉMARAIS ESTATE is the starting point for lovely walks APPRECIATE NATURE by rambling in Arlon, Attert, Aubange or Messancy NOT TO BE MISSED Discover the site of the old CLAIREFONTAINE ABBEY

L’UNIVERS DES POMPIERS, the only museum in Wallonia 8 devoted to the fire service NOT TO BE MISSED

Let our suggestions and favourites guide you through the Land of Arlon! To find out more, just keep reading or come and see us at the various reception centres in the Land of Arlon, which you will find on page 59. We will be delighted to see you. 1 2

1 DISCOVER OUR GALLO-ROMAN HERITAGE 2 TASTE THE MAITRANK our local aperitif that you can enjoy at one of our Ambassadors 3 3 ADMIRE THE VIEW FROM THE TOP OF THE BELVEDERE and explore the St. Donatus district with its mound, its old town and more 4 STROLL THROUGH OUR REMARKABLE VILLAGES including Nobressart, one of the most beautiful villages of Wallonia, Guirsch and its panoramic view, Rachecourt and its apple festival, and more 5 VISIT ST. MARTIN’S CHURCH in the late afternoon when the setting sun pierces its rosette 4 Nobressart 6 THE CLÉMARAIS ESTATE is the starting point for lovely walks 7 APPRECIATE NATURE by rambling in Arlon, Attert, Aubange or Messancy NOT TO BE MISSED 8 Discover the site of the old CLAIREFONTAINE ABBEY

9 L’UNIVERS DES POMPIERS, the only museum in Wallonia devoted to the fire service 9

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Gaspar Museum DISCOVERING OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS DISCOVERING

11 GASPAR MUSEUM The Gaspar Museum is housed in a superb mansion where you can come and meet Jean and Charles Gaspar. These two brothers, one a sculptor, the other a photographer and patron, marked the life of Arlon in the early 20th century.

Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm and from 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm, on the first Sunday in the month and every Sunday from April to September from 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Closed on Mondays. Rue des Martyrs 16 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 60 06 54 - www.museegaspar.be

OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS Adults 4€ students 2€ Senior citizens 3€ children 1€ DISCOVERING

12 ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Given Arlon’s rich Gallo-Roman past, the museum houses an impressive collection bearing witness to everyday life during this period, including a superb lapidary gallery! These blocks and objects created by Roman craftsmen will teach you more about the daily life of the time.

Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 9.00 am to 12 noon and from 1.00 pm to 5.30 pm, on the first Sunday in the month and every Sunday from April to September from 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Closed on Mondays. Rue des Martyrs 13 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 21 28 49 - www.province.luxembourg.be

Adults 4€ students 2€ OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS Senior citizens 3€ children 1€ DISCOVERING

13 THE BELVEDERE Reach for the sky! When the weather is fine, the belvedere offers a superb panoramic view over the Arlon region and the three neighbouring countries. Climb its 144 steps and admire this marvellous 360° view, which is definitely worth the effort.

Open from 1/5 to 15/9, at weekends and on public holidays, from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm, on the first Sunday in the month (March, April, October and November). Outside these times, upon reservation at the Tourist Office, accompanied by a guide. Square Elisabeth - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 21 63 60 - [email protected]

OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS Adults 3€ children free DISCOVERING

14 CLAIREFONTAINE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE Nestling deep in the countryside, here you can visit the ruins of Clairefontaine Abbey in peace and quiet and enjoy the green surroundings. Be sure to visit the little underground passages and make the most of the fine walks near the site.

Open daily from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm. Freely accessible.

Rue du Cloître 66 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 21 78 02 - www.clairefontaine-arlon.be

ADMISSION FREE OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS DISCOVERING

15 CYCLE MUSEUM The fascinating world of the cycle in five exhibition rooms. Over 200 bicycles, advertising plates, period posters, ceramics, tax plates, games and more. OPEN BY APPOINTMENT.

Adults 4€ Rue de Stehnen 44 - 6700 Weyler students 2,5€ +32(0)63 21 72 03 children 3€ www.museeducycle-weyler.be OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS

MILITARY MUSEUM

DISCOVERING Through a rich collection of uniforms, weapons, equipment and various documents, the military museum traces the heroic history of the Infantry, the ‘Queen of Battle’, from 1830 to the present. 16 OPEN BY APPOINTMENT.

Quartier Général Bastin admission Route de 88 - 6700 Arlon free +32(0)2 44 14 704 ou +352 691 78 42 74 SCOUTING MUSEUM The museum presents over 100 years of scouting across the world. Forty years’ worth of collections are on display: old posters, books, statuettes, real scout constructions and more. OPEN BY APPOINTMENT.

Adults 5€ Rue du Maitrank 49 - 6700 Bonnert students 3€ +32(0)63 22 15 53 min. 3 people www.museescout.be OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS

MUSEUM OF AUTELBAS

In the Early , Autelbas was an important potters’ workshop. DISCOVERING The museum presents the remains of the Carolingian potters’ workshop as well as discoveries from the castle that stands nearby. OPEN BY APPOINTMENT. 17

Am Eck 26 - 6700 Autelbas Adults 2€ +32(0)63 23 46 39 children free www.autelbas.net GARDEN OF EDEN Immerse yourself in nature with this landscaped garden designed and created by the owner in successive stages over a period of 15 years. The setting is perfectly enhanced by stone and cast-iron sculptures. Open by appointment from May to October.

3€/person unaccompanied Rue du Centre 21 5€/person for a guided tour 6700 Frassem (min. 6 people) +32(0)63 21 83 95 OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS

AU COEUR DE L'ATTERT VISITORS’ CENTRE The centre covers topics specific to , such as geology

DISCOVERING and fossils, the water cycle, agriculture, history and traditions, habitat, the countryside and more, in a way that is both educational and fun.

Open from Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 12.30 pm and from 1.30 pm to 4.00 pm. 18 Closes at 2.00 pm on Fridays.

Adults 4€ Voie de la Liberté 107 - 6717 Attert students 3,5€ +32(0)63 22 78 55 children free www.coeurdelattert.be L'Univers des pompiers (FIRE SERVICE MUSEUM) This museum, which is unique in Wallonia, has over 4,200 miniature vehicles, 800 helmets, uniforms, vehicles, fire pumps and equipment used by emergency workers. Open on Saturdays from 10.00 am to 12 noon and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm or by appointment.

Adults 5€ Rue Fernand André - 6791 Athus students 1,5€ +32 (0)499 14 93 67 children free www.universdespompiers.be OUR ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS

ATHUS ET L'ACIER (ATHUS AND STEEL), permanent exhibition DISCOVERING Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the factories, where men worked iron in conditions of heat, dust and noise. Discover the steps in the process of manufacturing cast iron and steel, etc. Open on the first Saturday of every month from 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm (except in 19 January), each Wednesday or by appointment. +++

Adults 5€ Rue du Terminal 11 - 6791 Athus students 1,5€ +32(0)495 46 19 20 ou +32(0)63 38 84 84 children free www.athus-acier.be our built heritage OUR HERITAGE Discover

20 ST DONATUS’ CHURCH When visiting the lovely city of Arlon, be sure not to miss St Donatus’ Church and its charming district. Approach the church (built on a mound and overlooking the city) via the majestic Montée Royale steps, admire the superb panoramic view that spreads before you, walk beneath the Dogwood Arbours, which are over 350 years old, and more. Enjoy the peace and the beauty of this site, which has in turn held a castle, a convent and a bastioned enclosure transforming the convent into a citadel, and stroll through the old district of the city at the foot of the mound. Climb the steps of the Montée Royale and discover St Donatus’ Church with its incredible panoramic view. The belvedere (p.14) awaits you just behind it. Square Elisabeth - 6700 Arlon our built heritage ST. MARTIN’S CHURCH

St. Martin’s Church is also well worth a visit! This superb edifice Discover was built between 1907 and 1914 and belongs to the exceptional heritage of Wallonia. It has been a listed monument since 2002! This impressive structure is visible from afar in the Arlon landscape. Its tower is 97 m high. Don’t hesitate to go into the church itself and admire its magnificent 21 stained-glass windows, in particular.

The best time of day to visit the church is apparently in the late afternoon, when the setting sun pierces its rosette. Square Albert 1er - 6700 - Arlon OUR OTHER CHURCHES our built heritage

Discover sacré-coeur Saint-Nicolas Rue des Déportés Rue de la Comtesse 67 6700 Arlon 6792 Battincourt

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Saint-etienne Saint-remacle Rue des Deux églises Rue des Blés d'Or 6717 Attert 6780 Hondelange

Work is currently under way to convert the building into a cultural centre. Place Léopold This is the main square in Arlon. Two important buildings are worth noting: the provincial palace and the Palace (former law courts, built between 1864 and 1866), which is now dedicated to culture. You can also admire the American Memorial, the centrepiece of which is an M10 tank destroyer, as well as a milestone. And why not make the most of one of the terraces to take a break? Or simply go to the park, where the children can have fun?

THE STAG BELLOWING

This work welcomes passers-by at our built heritage one of the entrances to the city. The sculpture, by Jean Gaspar, was first made in plaster and then cast in bronze in 1913. A larger version stands in the square, while the original work can be seen in the Gaspar Museum. Discover Square Astrid - 6700 Arlon 23 THE MUNICIPAL CEMETERY The old section of Arlon cemetery has held tombs remarkable for their decoration since the 19th century, as well as those of leading figures in the history of Arlon. This is a pleasant place to walk. Route de 20 - 6700 Arlon the village of guirsch Guirsch is a charming little village with a listed centre. Numerous old farms can be found here. Whether for its built heritage, its superb viewpoint from St. Willibrord’s Chapel or its listed castle (private property), the village of Guirsch is well worth a visit.

THE FORTIFIED FARM The fortified farm of Noedelange stands at the heart of a valley of the same name. The original structure dates from the 14th century. Its our built heritage imposing cubic house was converted in the early 17th century. It has a hipped roof and includes rural outbuildings dating from the early 18th century. Not open to visitors.

Discover Rue de Noedelange 1 - 6791 Guerlange

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The tombs, which date from the 18th and 19th centuries, bear witness to the wealth of Guerlange. Its 14th century chapel is of historical interest thanks to the various remains to be found there, some of which are of Gothic origin. Rue St-Martin - 6791 Guerlange CLÉMARAIS ESTATE Construction began on the first castle in the 14th century and was completed in around 1422. The only remnant of this period is a square tower known as the Tour aux effraies (Barn owls’ tower). All that remains of the second castle, built in the 17th century, are the outbuildings, one of which houses the Tourist Office and the other the sports centre. Rue de Clémarais - 6790 Aubange

the Grand-Place in Halanzy

Not to be missed in this square:

the locomotive L'Américaine, its our built heritage wagons and the menhir of Fernand Tomasi, which symbolise the mining past of this place, as well as the school building, which once housed the management of the plant. The glass roof that covers the courtyard of the old town hall is also Discover worth noting. CROSSES AND CALVARIES 25 You will come across many crosses and calvaries on your way through the Land of Arlon. But did you know what purpose they served? Besides their religious aspect, they were used as landmarks for travellers or as gathering points. our gallo-roman HERITAGE roman towers our built heritage

Discover jupiter tower neptune tower ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Visible from Rue du Only visible when visited Information on page 13 Marquisat in Arlon Grand-Place in Arlon

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ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK GALLOR CYCLING GALLO-ROMAN COLUMN Rue des Thermes Romains Grand-Rue in Arlon in Arlon CIRCUITS our gallo-roman HERITAGE in ARLON Arlon THE GALLO-ROMAN CITY our built heritage Welcome to Arlon, one of the three oldest cities in Belgium! In Roman Times, Arlon was known as Orolaunum and was ideally situated at the crossroads of two major roads: that from Metz to Tongeren and that from Reims to Trier. With 2,000 years of history, the city has a rich Gallo-Roman heritage which is well worth exploring. Discover There are two Roman towers to discover and magnificent remains to see in the Archaeological Museum... exceptional heritage to be preserved and shared! 27

Would you like to find out more? Ask about the walk through the city at our reception! our countryside our countryside discovering

28 FRASSEM ARBORETUM Trees from our forests, fruit trees and shrubs are gathered in an area of two hectares. Explanatory panels are dotted around the park. A pond is home to frogs, newts, dragonflies and more. A kiosk with a picnic table is also available. The arboretum is the starting point for a three-kilometre walk.

Rue de la Scierie - 6700 Frassem

SOURCE OF THE Discover the charmingly laid out Source of the Semois at the crossroads

of rue Sonnety and rue des Tanneries. our countryside Searches to locate the source were carried out between 1967 and 1970. These excavations revealed two collection basins belonging to the nearby tanneries.

Rue des Tanneries - 6700 Arlon discovering

29 FOUCHES MARSH Marshes can be found in three Arlon villages: Heinsch, Fouches and Sampont. In Fouches, the marshes are open to visitors, as long as you follow the paths set out. Change of scenery guaranteed! Guided tours of the marshes of Fouches, Heinsch and Sampont on request: 0475/87 10 76. Access: the entrance to the site is opposite Chaussée Romaine No 38. Chaussée Romaine 38 - 6700 Fouches ATTERT VALLEY nature park The nature park was established in 1994 to lend an environmental dimension to the development work that had been under way for several years. Its perimeter corresponds to the limits of the commune of Attert.

More information: www.pnva.be

TATTERT QUARRY After the quarry was abandoned, in 1988 the commune decided to list

our countryside the site as a nature reserve. Two educational panels at the entrance explain the geology of the place. Access: in Chemin des Écrevisses, take the path opposite No 21. discovering

30 GRENDEL MARSH Grendel nature reserve now has an observation platform, a duckboard and educational panels. Make the most of this protected environment to enjoy a lovely walk in the countryside. Access: route de Rédange, on the right after the last house. Cross the meadow with the observation platform. OCTOFUN COURSE The Octofun area in Attert Valley Nature Park consists of eight modules and panels dotted around an orchard. These cover various subjects: birdsong, treasure hunt, identification of tree leaves, etc. Access: the area lies behind the municipal administration building.

Voie de la Liberté 107 - 6717 Attert

ANIMAL PARK The Pesch district and the animal park lie in green surroundings along the Messancy river. The park boasts our countryside relaxation areas, opportunities to discover the animals of the region and amusements for younger visitors, including its playground adapted for children with reduced mobility.

Quartier Pesch - 6791 Athus discovering

31 MATHELIN PARK Pretty green park covering four hectares with a playground for children and a multisports ground. Everything you need to enjoy spending time as a family.

Rue du Château- 6780 Messancy our lakes our countryside

discovering stockem (FISHING) battincourt Rue des Bruyères 101 Rue de l'étang

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TATTERT MESSANCY (FISHING) Chemin des écrevisses Domaine du Lac OUR FLOWER-FILLED VILLAGES

Make the most of a visit to the Land of Arlon to stroll through the flower-filled villages in the commune of Attert. The village associations undertake the task of our countryside adorning the various entities in the commune with flowers and the result is magnificent. The Province of Luxembourg rewards the most beautiful flower- filled villages and draws up a ranking. As you will have guessed, many villages in the Land of Arlon which take part in this competition

finish in very good positions, especially in those in discovering the commune of Attert.

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MESSANCY (FISHING) Domaine du Lac AND EXPERIMENTING WALKING 34 walking and experimenting LAND OF ARLON OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES HORSE RIDING • Riding centre Rue de la Follmillen 17 - 6700 Viville +32(0)63 22 29 32 - www.ceviville.be. Riding lessons and walks (Saturday and Sunday morning, Wednesday afternoon and on request)

• Ferme d’A Yaaz Route de l’Ermitage 344 - 6717 Heinstert +32(0)479 30 73 59 - www.lafermedayaaz.be Guided tour in horse-drawn carriage, tour on horseback, etc. MOUNTAIN BIKES, E-BIKES FOR HIRE • Royal Office du Tourisme d’Arlon Rue des Faubourgs 2 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 21 63 60 - www.ot-arlon.be Five adult’s bikes, (three e-bikes and two trek bikes), one child’s seat and one child’s trailer

• Attert Nature Park AND EXPERIMENTING Voie de la Liberté 107 - 6717 Attert +32(0)63 22 78 55 - www.aupaysdelattert.be Four adult’s e-bikes

Mini-golf WALKING • Ferme d’A Yaaz Route de l’Ermitage 344 - 6717 Heinstert +32(0)479 30 73 59 - www.lafermedayaaz.be Rural mini-golf (upon reservation) 35 fishing • Pêcherie du Lac Rue d’Arlon 54 - 6780 Messancy +32(0)0460 96 15 39 - www.lacdemessancy.be

• Les étangs de Stockem Rue des Bruyères 101 - 6700 Stockem +32(0)485 62 97 20 SWIMMING POOLS • Hydrion Sports Centre Rue de l’Hydrion 108 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 24 29 50 - www.sport-adeps.be Heated open-air swimming pool in July and August LAND OF ARLON OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

• Rédange swimming pool Rue de la Piscine 28 - 8502 Rédange (GDL) +352(0)23 62 00 32 - www.reidener-schwemm.lu Indoor and outdoor swimming pool (in summer), paddling pool for children, etc. SQUASH AND TENNIS • Garisart tennis club Five outdoor courts and six indoor courts Zoning artisanal de Weyler 30 +32(0)63 22 74 40 - www.garisart.be • Spetz sports complex 2 outdoor courts and 2 indoor courts Carrefour de la Spetz 2 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 21 75 06

AND EXPERIMENTING Picnic areas and play areas Arlon Attert • Gaspar park In the villages of:

WALKING Rue des Martyrs 16 - 6700 Aron • Nobressart Tables and benches + play area Rue de la Halte - 6717 Attert • Léopold Park Play area - table/benches Place Léopold - 6700 Arlon • Thiaumont 36 Tables and benches + play area L'Orée du Bois - 6717 Attert • Frassem Arboretum Play area - table/benches Route de Diekirch - Frassem • Metzert Sheltered table and benches Rue St Côme et Damien - 6717 Attert • Clairefontaine Estate Play area - table/benches Rue du Cloître 33 - 6700 Arlon • Post Tables and benches - barbecue Rue des Champs - 6717 Post upon reservation, call 063 21 78 02 Play area - table/benches Messancy Aubange • Parc Mathelin • Aubange Rue du Château - 6780 Messancy Athus municipal park - 6791 Athus Benches - playground - multisports Benches - play area - small animal ground park (goats, sheep, chickens, etc.) LAND OF ARLON indoor ACTIVITIES CONCERTS, EXHIBITIONS, SHOWS • Royal Office du Tourisme d'Arlon Rue des Faubourgs 2 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 21 63 60 - www.arlon-tourisme.be • ‘Lux'Art’ Gallery Avenue Victor Tesch 22 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 22 48 95 - www.artdutemps-luxart.com • Maison de la Culture d'Arlon Parc des Expositions 1 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 24 58 50 - www.maison-culture-arlon.be • Le Palais Place Léopold - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 23 53 97 - www.palaisarlon.be Exhibition centre • L’Entrepôt Rue Zénobe Gramme - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 45 60 84 - www.entrepotarlon.be Concert hall AND EXPERIMENTING • Centre Culturel d’Aubange Rue du Centre 17 - 6791 Athus +32(0)63 38 95 73 - www.ccathus.be Cinema • Ciné Espace WALKING Rue de Diekirch 36 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 22 45 62 - www.cine-espace.be Five screens and car park 37 SHOPPING CENTRES • Centre commercial Hydrion Rue de l'Hydrion - 6700 Arlon • Shopping Cora Route d'Arlon 220 - 6780 Messancy • Mc Arthur Glen Route d'Arlon 199 - 6780 Messancy • ‘Les Acacias’ shopping centre Rue du Commerce 15 - 6791 Athus LAND OF ARLON indoor ACTIVITIES WELLNESS SPACES • Paradis de Sel Rue du Village 8a - 6790 Aubange +32(0)63 42 46 86 - www.paradis-de-sel.be Salt caves, salionarium, boutique • Mahonemo Rue de l’Eifel 2 - 6700 Waltzing +32(0)63 222 774 - www.mahonemo.be Swimming pool, sauna, infrared cabin, massages, aquagym courses and more • Marina Rue de 141 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 42 49 11 Swimming pool, massages, fitness INDOOR PLAYGROUND • Atomic Kids Parc commercial de l’Hydrion AND EXPERIMENTING +32(0)63 22 23 17 - www.atomickids.be Bowling • Bowling 81 Route de Longwy 599 - 6700 Weyler (Arlon) WALKING +32(0)63 23 03 80 - www.bowling-81.com ROCK CLIMBING • L’Escale 38 Avenue de Mersch 20 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 57 27 57 - www.lescalearlon.be Rock climbing area of 1200 m2, fitness room INDOOR SWIMMING POOLS • La Spetz Carrefour de la Spetz - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 21 75 06 - +32(0)63 21 75 98 • Rédange swimming pool Rue de la Piscine 28 - 8502 Rédange (GDL) +352(0)23 62 00 32 - www.reidener-schwemm.lu GO FOR A WALK... Be surprised by the countryside and the heritage of the Land of Arlon as you walk through our villages. Maps and leaflets available at our reception in the Aubange Tourist Office, at the Attert Nature Park or on www.arlon-tourisme.be

arlon AND EXPERIMENTING Guirsch, listed village: 6,9 km From Sesselich to Wolkrange: 7,7 km Mont Hirtzenberg in Arlon : 3,8 km Arboretum, between nature and discovery: 3 km

Udange, at the heart of the primitive forest: 7,3 km WALKING Waltzing-Eischen, Belgo-Luxembourg walk: 10,3 km A la Clairefontaine, m'en allant promener: 2,5/4/3,8 km 39

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The Bois de Prire in Rachecourt: 10 km The 7 sources in Battincourt: 9,5 km The Clémarais in Aubange 12,5 km The sentier de la Batte trails in Halanzy: 6,3 km The Joli Bois wood in Athus: 8,7 km The Bois-Haut wood in Halanzy: 10 km on foot attert

Tontelange in pictures: 7,5 km Nothomb along the water’s edge: 7,6 km

AND EXPERIMENTING Attert, along the old tram tracks: 9,3 km Post, for everyone: 10 km Lischert, the cuesta walk: 14 km Thiaumont, and minor heritage: 7 km Nobressart, one of the most beautiful villages of Wallonia Heinstert, at the gateway to Anlier Forest: 10,6 km WALKING Heinstert, beautiful, poignant valley: 8 km Heinstert, peaceful walk: 14 km Around Colpach castle: 12,9 km 40 Cross-border walk in Oberpallen: 10 km

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Bébange : 7 km Habergy : 7 km Messancy : 10 km Sélange 10 km Nobressart, One of the most beautiful villages of Wallonia

The village of Nobressart lies in a gentle landscape surrounded by an amphitheatre of rolling hills. The pale shades of its roughcast façades and the blue of its slate roofs contrast with the green AND EXPERIMENTING surroundings.

Discover this small, quiet village during a five-kilometre walk. On the programme: pretty landscapes, nature and much more besides at the heart of one of the most beautiful villages of Wallonia. WALKING

Information: www.attert-tourisme.be. Leaflet available at our reception. 41 or by bike

gallor The Gallor circuits mainly follow the old Roman roads or routes of Gallo- AND EXPERIMENTING Roman interest. Cycle off to discover our region’s past! WALKING

42 BELAREL Sixty-five-kilometre circuit exploring the villages in the commune of Arlon. The route, which is marked in both directions, follows paths and secondary roads. cuesta route The Cuesta Route partly crosses landscapes overlooked by the first Lorraine ridge, known as the Sinemurian cuesta. A lovely cycle circuit covering 27 kilometres, exploring the countryside and AND EXPERIMENTING villages of the Attert Valley.

ALONG THE WATER’S EDGE WALKING This 19-kilometre walk in Heinstert soon takes you to the heart of Anlier Forest. The route follows part of the superb GR151 hiking trail and will take you to the lake and waterfall of the Forge du Prince at Pont d'Oye as well as the village 43 of Nobressart, ‘One of the Most Beautiful Villages of Wallonia’.

REMARKABLE TREES CIRCUIT Following this 41-kilometre circuit, you will discover remarkable trees that are exceptional owing to their age, their size, their shape, their past or the legend that surrounds them. TASTING

44 TASTING the maitrank The Maitrank, a drink that is emblematic of the Land of Arlon, is an aperitif based on white wine and sweet woodruff (see above), a plant typical of the region. You simply have to taste it!

the maitrank ambassadors

The ‘Maitrank Ambassador’ label was created in 2013. This label is used to recognise hotels, restaurants and cafés that serve home-made Maitrank. This plaque (opposite) is displayed in places in the Land TASTING of Arlon that have been recognised as Ambassadors and where home-made Maitrank can therefore be sampled. Don’t hesitate to go in! The list of hotels, restaurants and cafés is available on our website or from our reception. 45

the recipe MAITRANK COMPETITION - 1 l white wine Every year, the Attert Valley Tourist - sprigs of non-flowering sweetwoodruff Office organises a home-made - 50 g sugar ‘Maitrank competition’. - 5cl de Cognac or Armagnac Anyone who so wishes can take - 1 orange, sliced part. The Maitrank is then tasted in the presence of the Royal Maitrank Leave all the ingredients to macerate for 48 hours, Brotherhood. then filter and bottle. local beers IN LAND OF ARLON Arlon Brewery The Brasserie d'Arlon offers two beers: ‘Windy’ and ‘L'Aramiss’. The brewery can be visited by appointment in groups of at least five people. Tel. : +32(0)499/94 85 91. Rue de l'Hydrion 115B 6700 - Arlon

TASTING Points of sale: see website www.brasseriedarlon.be

46 Metzert Brewery

The Brasserie de Metzert, which has been installed in new premises since 2017, offers two beers, ‘La Pa Guaille’ and ‘La Pa One’. Tel. : +32(0)0496/45 87 68. Rue des Trois Fontaines 237A 6717 - Metzert [email protected] cheeses IN LAND OF ARLON barnichèvre The Barnichèvre cheese plant is established in an old farm in Arlon. Its sixty goats provide milk which is used to make fresh cheeses. Points of sale: in the store on the farm or at markets.

Am-Eck 27 - 6706 Barnich TASTING

47 ferme saur

The Ferme Saur in Metzert produces several cheeses, one of which is made with Maitrank (see p. 45). You simply have to taste it! Points of sale: see website www.saurtilege.be juices IN LAND OF ARLON rachecourt jus Rachecourt jus is a craft juice pressing business that specialises in apples and pears. The juices are prepared using the best fruits picked and fruit purée, pressed using a traditional method, which guarantees a 100% natural, pure juice. Points of sale: All year round on site or in stores such as Cora, Carrefour and others. Contact: +32(0)63 67 76 68 - www.rachecourt-jus.be TASTING

To have your apples pressed: make an appointment from September (the 48 pressing period fluctuates depending on how the fruit ripens).

gaume jus de pomme The juice, obtained by pressing Gaume apples, is 100% natural, without added water or sugar. Apple juice and vinegar for sale on site. Contact: +32(0)63 67 72 70 http://gaumejusdepomme.e-monsite.com REGIONAL BUTCHERS IN LAND OF ARLON Boucherie Thill Boucherie Wagner Rue des Deux Eglises 201 Avenue de la Gare 78 6717 - Attert 6790 - Aubange

Boucherie La Fouchoise Boucherie Rue Nicolas Schnock 2 Chevigné-Borges 6700 - Fouches Grand-Rue 56 6791 - Athus TASTING Saveurs de Gaume Boucherie Matgen Rue de l'Industrie 2 Rue de Neufchâteau 156 49 6792 - Halanzy 6700 - Arlon

Taste our regional products: salted meats, Gaume pâté and more. GOING OUT

50 GOING OUT IN LAND OF ARLON our events markets WEEKLY MARKETS: • Arlon City centre: Thursday morning • Arlon Opposite the city hall - organic market: Friday from 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm • Athus Place du Brüll: Friday morning • Halanzy Grand-Place : Saturday morning

REGIONAL PRODUCTS: • Tout Rachecourt dans les pommes Apple festival and entertainment Early October - Rachecourt • La Terre des Délices Regional products market In september - Aix-Sur-Cloie

other: • Militaria Fair Military objects - six Sunday mornings per year - Arlon • Flower market Third Saturday in May - Aubange • Solidarity Christmas Market In December - Arlon GOING OUT SECOND-HAND MARKETS • Flea Market 51 The first Sunday in every month (from March to November) Arlon city centre • Three-borders second-hand market Every third Sunday in the month - Athus • Second-hand market in the streets of the village In May - Guerlange • Amifer Days Second weekend in June - Halanzy • In the streets of Battincourt First weekend in August – Battincourt IN LAND OF ARLON

folklore • In February or March - Arlon • Faaschtebounen In February or March - Arlon • Easter egg hunt: Aubange : Easter Monday - Clémarais estate Arlon : March or April - Léopold Park • Télévie weekend In April - Commune of Attert • Tontegrange In May - Tontelange • Nature Park festival In May or June - Commune of Attert • Maitrank festival Fourth weekend in May - Arlon • Maitrank competition Best home-made Maitrank competition In May - Attert • Fair In July - Arlon • Torchlight procession Walk accompanied by stories In November - Arlon

GOING OUT nature • Guided country walk Third Sunday of every month - Aubange (from March to November) • Evening walks and races in Attert Valley 52 Every Thursday from mid-June to the end of August - Commune of Attert • Festival International Nature Namur in Arlon Exhibition of nature and animal photographs and entertainment In October/November - Arlon IN LAND OF ARLON music • Les Aralunaires Music festival In April or May - Arlon • Fête de la Musique Concerts in the Park and the City Hall In June - Messancy • Fête de la Musique Various concerts In June - Arlon • Musical'été Open-air concerts every Saturday in July and August - Arlon • Donkey Rock Festival Music festival In August - Messancy • Musique dans la Vallée de l'Attert Music festival August to October - Attert • Remember 44 Concert of military music In December - Arlon other • Ice rink From December to January - Arlon

• Messancy cultural gatherings GOING OUT Every two years, in September - Messancy • Dynamic Festival of cultural players, in November - Arlon 53 gallo-roman • Veni Vidi Orolaunum Gallo-Roman weekend Gallo-Roman entertainment, gladiator fights, etc. First weekend in September - Arlon

More information? VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.arlon-tourisme.be Sleeping

54 Sleeping IN LAND OF ARLON OUR ACCOMMODATION hOtels ARLON Best Western Hôtel Arlux *** Appart City Porte de Luxembourg ** Rue de Lorraine − 6700 Arlon Rue Zénobe Gramme 17 − 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 23 22 11 - 78 rooms +32(0)63 24 23 00 - 116 rooms www.bestwestern.be www.appartcity.com

Hostellerie du Peiffeschof *** Chemin du Peiffeschof 111 − 6700 Arlon AUBANGE +32(0)63 41 00 50 - 9 rooms Le Pôle Européen **** www.peiffeschof.be Mont Saint Martin − 6790 Aubange +32(0)63 38 01 20 - 32 rooms Hôtel Van der Valk **** www.hotel-pole-europeen.com Route de Longwy 596 − 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 23 32 22 - 125 rooms www.hotelluxembourg-arlon.be MESSANCY Best Western Hôtel Arlon *** Hôtel Trulli ** Aire de la Victoire (sur la E411/E25) Avenue Nothomb 2 − 6700 Arlon 6780 Messancy +32(0)63 21 81 79 - 18 rooms +32(0)63 23 32 54 - 45 rooms [email protected] - www.trulli.be www.bestwestern.be

Ecu de Bourgogne ** Sleeping Les Blés d’Or *** Place Léopold 9 − 6700 Arlon Rue des Blés d’Or 15 − 6780 Messancy +32(0)63 22 02 22 - 14 rooms +32(0)63 22 52 34 - 9 rooms www.ecu-de-bourgogne.com www.blesdor.be 55 GUEST ROOMS ATTERT

La Passagère Rue de l’Eglise 263 − 6717 Thiaumont +32(0)63 22 20 43 www.lapassagere.be IN LAND OF ARLON

gîtes

ARLON ATTERT

An der Hetchegaass De la Schock Rue des Capucins 20 − 6700 Arlon Rue de la Kwert 330 − 6717 Attert +32(0)63 21 81 72 +32(0)63 22 25 10 www.gitearlon.be www.gitedelaschock.be

Comme à la Mer La Kwert Rue du Vicinal 71 − 6700 Bonnert Rue de la Kwert 208 − 6717 Nobressart +32(0)63 23 50 13 ou +352 621 43 23 37 +32(0)63 21 70 31 www.commealamer.net Le gite à la Ferme d’A Yaaz La Maison d’Emma Route de l’Hermitage 344 − 6717 Heinstert Rue de la Platinerie 15 − 6700 Arlon +32(0)479 30 73 59 +32(0)467/11 57 44 www.lafermedayaaz.be www.lamaisondemma.be Chez Irma Voie des Champs Mêlés 67A − 6717 Post +32(0)63 60 15 10 MeSSANCY www.chezirma.be

La Cardamine L'Aspérule Rue Jacques 24 − 6780 Habergy Rue de la Rigole 374 − 6717 Heinstert +32(0)63 67 86 42 ou +32(0)478 28 47 08 +32(0)479 64 98 48

Sleeping [email protected] www.gitelasperule.be

Relax & Cook Bois de Loo Rue de la Halte 33 − 6780 Turpange Rue du Bois de Loo 351B − 6717 Attert +32(0)63 37 09 46 ou +352 621 184 815 +32(0)495 51 56 41 56 www.relaxandccok.com

CAMPSITES ARLON ATTERT Camping Officiel ** Ferme d’A Yaaz Route de Bastogne 373 − 6700 Arlon Route de l’Hermitage 344 − 6717 Heinstert +32(0)63 22 65 82 +32(0)479 30 73 59 www.campingofficielarlon.be www.lafermedayaaz.be Open all year round Farm camp site IN LAND OF ARLON

FURNISHED HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION aubange

Cube écogîte Rue de Clémarais 14D - 6790 Aubange +32(0)476 87 17 17 Ask for our accommodation http://cube-ecogite.be and catering guide! Sleeping

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la L ib e r té Nothomb

Maison du Tourisme du Pays d'Arlon Schockville

Royal Office du Tourisme d'Arlon Heinstert Grendel ATTERT

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L i b e Tontelange r t é Metzert Lischert Guirsch Thiaumont 2 Attert Bonnert

Lottert N 4 Heinsch BRUXELLES Frassem NAMUR Freylange Viville Val d'Attert Tourist Office L a Semois land of arlon ARLON Voie de la Liberté 107 − 6717 Attert Fouches E25/A 4/ E4 11 Stockem Waltzing

Sampont N +32(0)63 22 78 55 4 1 www.attert-tourisme.be

N 4 V Clairefontaine oi e d e l a L ibe rté té N4 Voie de la Liber LUXEMBOURG Weyler 59 Autelhaut Sterpenich Toernich 3 aubange Autelbas

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Aubange Tourist Office 1 1 Rue de Clémarais 28A − 6790 Aubange Wolkrange +32(0)63 38 86 54 Habergy Turpange www.visitaubange.be Bébange Sélange 4 MESSANCY 4 messancy Rachecourt Guerlange Longeau Battincourt

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1 Commune of Messancy AUBANGE ATHUS Grand-Rue 100 − 6780 Messancy Halanzy 3 +32(0)63 44 01 20

www.messancy.be MONT-ST-MARTIN Come and visit us! LONGWY FRANCE Tourist brochures, walks, helpful advice and much more besides await you here. THE NINE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES IN THE BELGIAN PROVINCE OF LUXEMBOURG

AMSTERDAM EINDHOVEN BONN MAASTRICHT DÜSSELDORF LIÈGE KÖLN AACHEN

Ourthe TROIS-PONTS LIÈGE

BRUXELLES Aisne EREZÉE AMSTERDAM NAMUR pays de bastogne BREDA ANTWERPEN OOSTENDE Baraque Place McAuliffe 60 de Fraiture BRUXELLES BELGIQUE RENDEUXOurthe NAMUR MARCHE-EN- E25 6600 - Bastogne LA ROCHE-EN-ARDENNE HOUYET Hedrée

N4 ROCHEFORT Ourthe Wamme +32(0)61 26 76 11 Lac et Barrage de Nisramont E411 BEAURAING www.paysdebastogne.be Ourthe Lomme

Etang St-Roch Lesse N89 SAINTE-ODE SAINT-HUBERT Wiltz BASTOGNE Lesse LIBIN GEDINNE Lomme N4 BIÈVRE E25 E411 Ourthe forêt de st-hubert LIBRAMONT- VAUX-SUR-SÛRE CHEVIGNY Place du Marché 15 VRESSE-SUR-SEMOIS Sûre Sûre N89 NEUFCHÂTEAU G.D LUXEMBOURG Lac de 6870 - Saint-Hubert Vierre Neufchâteau MARTELANGE

Rulles LÉGLISE BOUILLON

Vierre Semois +32(0)61 61 30 10 Semois ATTERT

Attert Etang Etang du des Epioux Pont d’Oie www.foretdesainthubert-tourisme.be N4 SEDAN ARLON Semois REIMS E25 PARIS Etang du Pré Frère Simon

SAINT-LÉGER MEIX-DEVANT- Etang de MESSANCY FRANCE Laclaireau LUXEMBOURG AUBANGE TRIER VIRTON MUSSON FRANKFURT bouillon en ardenne Vivre ROUVROY Ton Quai des Saulx 12 6830 - Bouillon +32(0)61 46 52 11 famenne ardenne www.bouillon-tourisme.be

USEFUL ADDRESSES ourthe et lesse Place de l'Etang 15 6900 - Marche-en-Famenne cap sûre anlier +32(0)84 34 53 27 Grand Place 2 www.famenneardenne.be 6840 - Neufchâteau 60 +32(0)61 21 80 05 www.capsureanlier.be haute ardenne Avenue de la 50 6690 - Vielsalm gaume +32(0)80 21 50 52 Rue des Grasses Oies 2B www.haute-ardenne.be 6760 - Virton +32(0)63 57 89 04 www.soleildegaume.be coeur de l'ardenne au fil de l'ourthe et de l'aisne pays d'arlon THAT’S Place du Marché 15 Rue des Faubourgs 2 6980 - La Roche-en-Ardenne 6700 - Arlon US! +32(0)84 36 77 36 +32(0)63 21 63 60 www.coeurdelardenne.be www.arlon-tourisme.be USEFUL ADDRESSES police DOCTORS 101 Duty service ARLON 1733 Rue Joseph Netzer 23 - 6700 Arlon +32(0)63 60 85 00 Aubange pharmacies Rue des Usines 5, 6791 Aubange Duty pharmacies +32(0)63 38 02 40 +32(0)903 99 000 EMERGENCY SERVICES HOSPITALS 112 ARLON Rue des Déportés 137 - 6700 Arlon VIRTON FIRE SERVICE Rue d'Harnoncourt 48 - 6762 Saint-Mard 112 LAUNDRETTES POISON CONTROL CENTRE ARLON +32(0)70 245 245 Raton Lavoir Grand-Place 2 - 6700 Arlon Lavoir Arlon AIRPORT Rue de Neufchâteau 153 - 6700 Arlon Nearest airport: Aubange USEFUL ADDRESSES Lavoir Washintown www.lux-airport.lu Rue du Commerce 15 - 6791 Athus RAILWAY stations FILLING STATIONS 61 ARLON ARLON MESSANCY Texaco ATHUS Route de Neufchâteau 202 - 6700 Arlon AUBANGE Total HALANZY Route de Bastogne 382 - 6700 Arlon www.belgianrail.be messancy Shell Rue d'Arlon 200 - 6780 Messancy taxis Taxi Schmit +32(0)63 22 18 97 BUS SERVICE www.taxi-schmit.be TEC : +32(0)81 25 35 35 Travel Taxi www.infotec.be +32(0)63 23 27 81 ACROSS THE BORDER

The Land of Arlon lies at the heart of an ideal cross-border location. Make the most of your stay with us to visit the neighbouring countries following our suggestions near the Land of Arlon.

GRAND DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG Visit mill and the Millegalerie, a contemporary art exhibition room. You can also enjoy a short country walk around the lake.

In , the Steinfort Adventure treetop adventure park offers thrills and ex- citement. Or walk along the Mirador discovery trail.

In Pétange, discover the Minett Park, an open-air museum devoted to the his- tory of iron ore mining in Luxembourg, or the Giele Botter nature reserve, acces- sible all year round. Other sights: the Titelberg archaeological site. The excava- tions in some parts of the site clearly reveal the remains of the Celtic town and the Gallo-Roman vicus. France USEFUL ADDRESSES In Longwy, a town famous for iron and steel, discover the Majorelle stained glass windows, which bear fine witness to this fame. During your visit, be sure to see the fortifications of Vauban, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 62 Germany is near the Land of Arlon as well! Just cross the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and you’re there! Be sure to visit Trier, Germany’s oldest city, with its many little boutiques and its splendid historical façades. notes

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Rue des Faubourgs 2 6700 Arlon

+32(0)63 21 94 54 [email protected] www.arlon-tourisme.be

Open during the week from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Weekends and public holidays from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Sundays (01/11>01/03) from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm Closed on 01/01, 01/11 and 25/12

With the support of the Commissariat Général au Tourisme and the Province of Luxembourg