10 Things to do in Hainaut Province That You Shouldn't Miss

May 9, 2022 Lashaunda Abraham

Discover the best top things to do in Hainaut Province, Belgium including Francois Duesberg Museum, The Belfry of Tournai, Pairi Daiza, Le Bois du Cazier, Musee d'Histoire Naturelle et Vivarium, Mons Memorial Museum, Centre Marcel Marlier, Dessine-Moi Martine, Notre Dame Cathedral, Grand Place, Chateau de Chimay.
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1. Francois Duesberg Museum

Sq. Franklin Delano Roosevelt 12 Entrance by the n ° 2 of the Rue de la Houssière, Mons 7000 Belgium +32 65 36 31 64 [email protected] http://www.duesberg.mons.be
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5.0 based on 424 reviews

Francois Duesberg Museum

>>> OPEN ONLY BY APPOINTMENT <<< This outstanding museum of Decorative Arts (from 1775 to 1825) exhibits not only a prestigious collection of clocks (more than 300 ! ) including the largest ensemble of pendules "Au bon sauvage" (exotic subjects in patinated and ormoulu bronzes) in the world, but also exceptional French gilt bronzes,porcelains (from Paris and Brussels including marvels painted by viruoso Frederic-Theodor(e) FABER),silver,jewellery and other very rare objects. You will discover the way of living in Paris from the time of Louis XVI to Napoleon Ier and Charles X. An astonishing and dazzling beautiful visit !!! Michelin 2 stars for the whole Museum and above it: 2 specific stars for the "extraordinary collection of clocks" and, since 2015, 2 more stars for the "marvelous collections of porcelains" !!! 3 times worth seeing : a MUST !

Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom

The Francois Duesberg, is a fantastic museum dedicated to 18th and 19th century decorative arts, with a fine collection of clocks, sculptures and porcelain, ceramics, pottery and jewellery. Some of the most outstanding pieces include rare ornamental clocks from Napoleonic times, fantastic collection of cameos, Neoclassical inspired sculptures, and lots more beautiful things to see. Inside, it’s almost like a palace that even without all the exhibits would be fit for a king to stay in. Myself and several other had to wait 45 minutes over the advertised opening time before being let in, which was a little annoying. The place was opened by an elderly gentleman, I think the owner of the museum. The dude is quite eccentric, tells us no photos, but taking photos seem to be fine if they include him. Normally, I’d deduct a star for this kind of thing, but the museum is awesome.

2. The Belfry of Tournai

Grand-Place, Tournai Belgium +32 69 22 20 45 http://www.visittournai.be/spip.php?page=details&id=ALD-02-000JRB&id_rubrique=8
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4.5 based on 250 reviews

The Belfry of Tournai

Reviewed By Mb7400 - London, United Kingdom

A very long day, after travelling into the Wallonia region, via Eurotunnel and then, Dunkirk by car - it was a curiosity to me that it was merely two days, off a year, since an evening in Dunkirk, which was not very ‘pleasant or positive.’ Remarkable how quickly a year passes. Have driven through Wallonia several times, yet was not incredibly familiar with this region. (Liege - NOT good!) Conversely, Tournai was really very nice - a good place to stop off, to have a stretch of the legs, and have a breather. The architecture here is certainly highly impressive, and apparently, some buildings here are the oldest in Belgium. The deservedly revered Gabrielle Petit, was also from Tournai, as a colleague pointed out, interestingly. Were unable to go up the Belfry, understandably, which was a pity, as the view would certainly have been impressive. The Belfry itself is an impressive structure and well worth seeing, and overall Tournai seemed very nice - and reminded me, a little of Poperinge ‘mixed with’ Breda in the Netherlands.

3. Pairi Daiza

Domaine de Cambron, Brugelette 7940 Belgium +32 68 25 08 50 [email protected] http://www.pairidaiza.eu
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4.5 based on 7,921 reviews

Pairi Daiza

Pairi Daiza is home to 7,000 animals, including numerous endangered species that are housed in the Jardin des Mondes as part of protection and breeding programmes for endangered species. Pairi Daiza is 70 hectares of sumptuous, authentic and varied gardens. A true journey across five continents.

Reviewed By R751VMclairec

Well worth buying the season pass than the day pass, lots to do, lots to see, can’t complete in a day, really reasonably priced season tickets, love the new restaurant, Paddington Bear, kids prices are amazing for what you get. Animals, scenery, play areas, it has everything, even when it’s raining they have an indoor play area so kids can wear themselves out.

4. Le Bois du Cazier

Rue du Cazier 80, Charleroi 6001 Belgium +32 71 88 08 56 http://www.leboisducazier.be/
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4.5 based on 431 reviews

Le Bois du Cazier

Première attraction du Pays de Charleroi avec 65.000 visiteurs annuels, cet incontournable est à marquer d'une croix sur la carte touristique de Wallonie ! Ancien site minier, le Bois du Cazier est devenu aujourd'hui un lieu de vie culturelle avec ses 3 musées et ses terrils aménagés en sentiers de promenade.

5. Musee d'Histoire Naturelle et Vivarium

Square Saint Martin, Tournai 7500 Belgium +32 69 33 23 43 http://www.tournai.be/decouvrir-tournai/musees/musee-d-histoire-naturelle-vivarium.html
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4.5 based on 108 reviews

Musee d'Histoire Naturelle et Vivarium

6. Mons Memorial Museum

Boulevard Dolez 51, Mons 7000 Belgium +32 65 40 53 20 http://www.monsmemorialmuseum.mons.be/
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4.5 based on 274 reviews

Mons Memorial Museum

Reviewed By VMahieu - Nieuwpoort, Belgium

Beautiful museum! Definitely worth it ! It is not a verry big museums like most war's museums. But it is definitely worth the visit! Tots of varying and beautiful material is exhibited. the kabises with the virtual reality glasses are also a ''nice'' experience !

7. Centre Marcel Marlier, Dessine-Moi Martine

Av. des Seigneurs de Mouscron 1 7700 Mouscron, Mouscron 7700 Belgium +32 56 39 24 90 http://www.centremarcelmarlier.be
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

Centre Marcel Marlier, Dessine-Moi Martine

8. Notre Dame Cathedral

Place de l' Eveche 1, Tournai 7500 Belgium +32 69 22 20 45 http://www.cathedrale-tournai.be/cathedraletournai/index.html
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4.0 based on 365 reviews

Notre Dame Cathedral

Reviewed By kkfriend

Beautiful gothic church, with large stained glass windows and different side chapels. Signage (in Englsh!) describes the history of the cathedral and you can see the remains of the structures that the present church was built on. The treasury is filled with different monstrances and reliquaries and I also was fascinated by the historical timeline that lined the wall that led from the main church to the treasury.

9. Grand Place

Mons Belgium +32 65 40 53 38
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4.0 based on 1,098 reviews

Grand Place

Reviewed By gregorg916 - Nimy, Belgium

Nice place, many restaurants, interesting water fountain; chill out and watch the many weddings occurring on Saturdays. Whichever Restaurant you chose, you will never regret having spent time at the grand place of Mons.

10. Chateau de Chimay

Rue du Chateau 14, Chimay 6460 Belgium +32 60 21 45 31 [email protected] http://www.chateaudechimay.be/
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4.0 based on 254 reviews

Chateau de Chimay

Come and discover the history of the Chateau de Chimay presented by Stephane Bern. The Film “Secrets de Chimay” (38′) telling the Princes of Chimay's history, broadcast in the Maison des Artistes at : 11h15 – 12h15 – 13h15 – 14h15 15h15 – 16h15 et 17h15

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