The beauty of the landscapes, the quietness of the rural world, the preservation of the folkloric and cultural heritage ... the assets of the Collines region are varied and right there, within the reach of every curious person.
At the crossroads of the Great Walking Routes
Ellezelles is located at the crossroads of GR123 (Tour of Picardy Wallonia), GR129 (Belgium Diagonal Bruges/Arlon), and GR5A (Tour of Flanders) ... a great chance for a comfortable break during your hike, right at the start of the marked trails.
https://grsentiers.be/
Pays des Collines Ecomuseum - Discover life in the past and what school was like back then
The Ecomusée du Pays des Collines isn't just one museum but several, all located just a few meters from each other. What they have in common? They connect the past to the present for the enjoyment of all generations.
The Ecomusée also organizes various public events throughout the year, including the harvest festival in Lahamaide, a leap back in time that lets us experience rural life as it was in the early 20th century.
https://ecomusee.eu/
Maison Vivante du Pays des Collines
The "Maison Vivante du Pays des Collines" is an artistic, cultural, tourist, and craft showcase, serving as a starting point to explore the hills and the many natural and heritage attractions of the region.
A little further on, by foot, by bike
WAPI's trail networks
The Wallonie Picarde is a vast, green, and welcoming plain, near Lille, Brussels, Mons, and Kortrijk. It offers large outdoor entertainment areas, miles of walking and cycling paths in a preserved and natural environment.
Frasnes-les-bassins
When the industrial past turns into a space for nature and relaxation: treat yourself to a soothing walk
In Ellezelles and its surroundings, there's something for everyone ...
Le Barazelles :
Taverne au Martyre :
https://www.facebook.com/AuMartyre/
Le château du Mylord :
https://www.restaurant-mylord.be/en
Le coin d’Amaury :
Le terroir gourmand :
https://www.leterroirgourmand.be/
Le chaudron des légendes :
https://www.auchaudrondeslegendes.be/
Moulin du Mouflu (Wodecq) :
Le vieux château (Flobecq) :
Faim de ligne (Flobecq) :
A little further, let's be curious
Notre-Dame à la Rose Museum
One of the oldest hospitals in Europe! A majestic and authentic architectural complex. A place brimming with emotion that you simply must explore, with its myriad facets: Baroque chapel, cloister, gardens, ward, convent…
House of the Giants (Ath)
The museum, set in the center of the city of Ath in a Louis XV-style mansion, invites visitors on a captivating journey through its iconic giants.