7 Great Reasons to Visit Durbuy, Belgium

This entry is part 2 of 7 in the series Eat Wallonia

Durbuy, Wallonia, Belgium

Durbuy is a postcard-pretty town located on the edge of the Ardennes, on the banks of the Ourthe River. It’s a favourite of visitors to Wallonia, for its tiny cobbled streets and timber-frame houses. It was also the recipient of the prestigious EDEN prize for European Destinations of Excellence, in 2003. It can get rather crowded and touristy on a sunny Sunday, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t visit. In fact we have 7 great reasons to visit Durbuy, Belgium.

Belgium’s Best Berry – Wépion Strawberries, Namur, Wallonia

This entry is part 1 of 7 in the series Eat Wallonia

It’s berry season in Europe and one town in Wallonia has been growing Belgium’s best strawberries since the 1800s. Wépion Strawberries, or fraise de Wépion, are eagerly anticipated by Belgians each spring.

Maison Particulière – A Unique Contemporary Art Gallery in Brussels, Belgium

Maison Particuliere – a unique art space in Chatelaine

Imagine an art gallery where nothing is for sale and the art is not part of a museum collection. You are welcomed inside and encouraged to sit on the furniture, relax and take your time enjoying the art as you would in a comfortable home. This is the concept behind Maison Particulière.

Shrimp Fishing on Horseback at Oostduinkerke, Belgium

Belgian tradition – Shrimp fishing on horseback at Oostduinkerke, Belgium

A special tradition remains in one coastal town in Belgium. It combines the power of horses and the will of men, to bring us a tiny, sweet gift from the sea – the Belgian Grey Shrimp.

6 Things to Do in Beersel, near Brussels, Belgium

Beersel Castle before the renovation works (Via Johan Bakker)

I’m always eager to explore a new part of Belgium and when it’s with a local guide, even better. So when a friend offered to show me around her town, Beersel, just outside of Brussels, I was keen to see what she had in store.

Discovering Molenbeek with the Brussels Greeters

Meet the Brussels Greeters

Our mission is to get expats and Belgians alike to discover as much of Belgium as possible, so when we were asked to explore a corner of Brussels with a local, we jumped at the chance. Despite the chilly weather, we spent an interesting afternoon learning all about Molenbeek courtesy of the Brussels Greeters.

Keep On Toasting Gourmet Food Truck in Brussels, Belgium

Keep On Toasting Gourmet Grilled Sandwiches

The food truck craze is coming to Belgium and Jean Baptiste Nyssen is leading the way with Keep On Toasting, delicious gourmet grilled sandwiches.

6 Restaurants in Belgium Worth Leaving Brussels For

This entry is part 4 of 10 in the series Best Restaurants in Belgium

Stuck in a Brussels Restaurant rut? We share our 6 Restaurants in Belgium worth leaving Brussels for.

Celiac and Gluten-Free Living in Belgium

Belgium is a wonderland for foodies, but if you have a food allergy, it can be a nightmare. We share how to survive gluten-free and celiac dining in Belgium. We share where to buy gluten-free food and the best gluten-free restaurants in Belgium.

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