the environment

From Domaine du Bocq, near the old Purnode station (Maison Régal), the old diesel train leaves for Ciney and back in the summer months. A beautiful ride through the Bocq Valley, over old bridges and through dark tunnels. Have lunch in Spontin or Ciney, remembering to take the last train back to Domaine du Bocq!

Dinant is only 7 kilometers from the campsite. It is a beautiful historic city where there is much to see and do. For example, climb the famous Dinant Citadel. This beautiful citadel is situated on top of a rock and can be reached via a steep staircase or an elevator. Once at the top you have a wonderful view over the beautiful city of Dinant. Or taste the well-known Flamiche of Dinant. A cheesecake that is for sale at every bakery.

Visit the ancient caves of Dinant accompanied by a guide.

The ruins of Poilvache, between Namur and Dinant, are among the most extensive medieval castles in the Meuse (2.5 ha). They charm those who love nature and the past.

A visit to this beautiful monastery is definitely worthwhile. Discover how monks lived in the abbey of Maredsous.

Wondering how the best perfumes are created? Then visit this perfumery in Namur. A guided tour lasts one hour and an audio guide provides all the information.

The Citadel of Namur is located on a 100 meter high hill above the Walloon city of Namur. It is one of the largest fortresses in Europe, so definitely worth a visit!

To discover Namur, you must take your time. You will enjoy its heritage, the charm of its alleys, its terraces and boutiques. From the top of the citadel to the banks of the Sambre, the Walloon capital has many landscapes to offer you.

Caves of Han: In the Caves of Han you can discover how humans used to live in the cave. At a depth of 110 meters you will enter an Armory of Origin. Here you can hear music and sounds and you will be completely carried away by the experience of the cave.
Wildpark: Visit the Wildpark with a safari car and discover about 250 hectares of nature. This Reserve is located in the middle of the UNESCO Global Geopark Famenne-Ardenne. There are many animals to spot in the Reserve, including the European Big 5: the bison, the wolf, the brown bear, the lynx and the wolverine.

Chateau Veves is an ancient castle with much history. The castle was built around the 670s AD. In 1200 this castle was destroyed and rebuilt in 1230. This castle remained a fortress until the Middle Ages. In addition to the history that took place here, you can also go on a treasure hunt and hunt for the chest.

Several generations of Dukes of Beaufort-Spontin have lived in this chateau. They will give you a unique look inside their chateau. You can enjoy the smell of the orange trees and several mazes will tell you the history of this castle. Furthermore, there are beautiful and unique gardens that you can visit.

This garden has something unique, 3 styles of landscaping were used: English, French and Italian. The French gardens are made sleek, while the Italian architecture is more like twists and waterfalls. The English gardens try to mimic nature and bring back romance. On the website you can already discover the gardens and in addition there is a short video about the Gardens of Annevoie.

During a journey on a so-called rail bike, you will cycle at your own pace along the picturesque valley of Molignée.

This small island is also the only island in Belgium. Worth a visit if you want to walk through nature or do one of the many water sport activities they offer.
Here we also offer the Water Games for groups of 10 or more!

Parc Furfooz is both an archaeological park and a nature reserve. The walk is four kilometers long in total and is therefore also very suitable for children.

Want to explore the region around the campsite by bike? No problem! A mountain bike will take you to the most beautiful places in and around Yvoir. Novice or experienced mountain biker, there is a route for everyone. We rent mountain bikes for half a day (€ 20.00 per bike) or a full day (€ 25.00 per bike). Ask at reception for more information.

Domaine du Bocq is the perfect base for walks in the area. Hike to the old quarry or cross the river by a narrow bridge and visit a small cave. Good walking shoes are not a luxury!

Canoeing: Kayak 12 or 21 kilometers on the Lesse and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. You can take on this adventure in a 1-person or 2-person kayak. Curious about the possibilities? Ask at the reception for more information.
Sailing on the Meuse: Discover the joys of water tourism and sail in a boat through the admiring valley of the Meuse. On your own? No problem, Dinant Evasion offers boats that you can drive yourself without a license. You can enjoy up to 7 people in a boat and discover the landscape of the Meuse. Prefer a comfortable cruise? Then go on board the Copére or the Sax and discover the beautiful countryside around the Meuse.

Discover the secrets of the Domaine du Bocq area. This GPS route leads to the special and beautiful places around the campsite. Answer the questions and riddles during the GPS tour, which will be checked upon your return.
Note: This activity is suitable for ages 9 and up and can be booked at the Domaine du Bocq reception. Participants aged 9-12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Discover Dinant with the help of a walking puzzle tour. You go on the road with a backpack and supplies, in between you can even visit the citadel of Dinant!
Note: This activity is suitable for ages 6 and up and can be booked at the Domaine du Bocq reception. Participants aged 6-12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Domaine Chevetogne is a beautiful area where you can undertake various activities. There is an outdoor pool, a rowing pond, a playground and you can go mini golfing. Furthermore, you can take a beautiful walk through the gardens of the Domaine.

In this indoor pool you can enjoy a slide, a sauna, a children's pool and two large pools. There are even 2 jacuzzis where you can relax.

This is a playground in the beautiful countryside. Children can play outside with other children, while parents can sit on the terrace and enjoy a drink. The children can have fun on the go-karts, bouncy castles and trampolines. Furthermore, there are playground equipment where the children can play on, such as a slide, swings, mini-golf, table tennis etc.

If you love horses, this is definitely a must. Manage Belle Vue in Dinant offers you the chance to make a guided ride of 2 or 3 hours. During the ride you can enjoy one of the most beautiful valleys of Wallonia.