Nathalie Diot, ambassador

MY expEriences

You, parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts! Yes, you who are kept busy with the children and think you'll never get a moment's peace, or that you'll never see a smile on your teenager's face... follow me! I took my little tribe to test a few activities designed to change your mind and lift your spirits. Food fans, curious visitors, adventurers and nature lovers, whether you're looking for a relaxing time or an adrenalin rush, step this way. On donkey back, on the river or barefoot, there are hundreds of ways to enjoy the pastures and forests of the Ardennes. Magical memories waiting to be made.
 

I walked barefoot with the children
at Ferme de la Planche

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Children and animals at Ferme de la Planche

mY SPECIAL FAVOURITES

 

It's so difficult to choose one special favourite! There are so many ways to seize the moment and enjoy all that this land has to offer. The warm and friendly hospitality was amazing, wherever we went... The best way to start walking is to take the first step, right? So do it in alphabetical order, or choose your priorities according to distance, or to the number of slides, or the animals involved, or just let the elements guide you. Rain or shine... follow your instinct. Just one recommendation: before you decide, check on age limits in relation to certain activities.

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Laurène Philippot, ambassador

MY expEriences

Incredible countryside offering wide open spaces, animals to observe and activities to enjoy. I really loved exploring the vast playground of the Ardennes, the ideal place for nature lovers, fans of the great outdoors, and seekers of authenticity!

Hacking in the Ardennes

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laurene philippot

mY SPECIAL FAVOURITES

 

I fell in love with the Great Forest of Saint-Hubert where I spent 4 days hacking. Exploring the beauty of nature on horseback, encountering wild animals, talking to people who love their region and relaxing in the evening with the comfortable hospitality of the guesthouses... What more could you wish for?   

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Julia Laffaille, ambassador

My adventures

What could be better than combining nature and exercise in a beautiful setting? No doubt about it, this is a reality in the Ardennes thanks to an infinite number of activities and timeless landscapes that really transport you, whatever the season. The Ardennes region is indeed an incredible playground for lovers of the great outdoors!
 

Ballooning across the Ardennes sky

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Balloons in the Ardennes sky

mY firm favorites

 

When I came to explore nature and discover the outdoor activities available in the Ardennes, I had no idea of the amazing Human adventure in store for me here. But today I can assure you that all my memorable experiences would have been less magical if it hadn't been for the local people. The Ardennes inhabitants are my kind of people, warm and welcoming and of an authenticity I've rarely seen!

Postcards from the Ardennes

Jonas Mossiat, ambassador

My experiences

"Tell me what you eat and I will tell you who you are!" While most of my experiences are about aspects of the natural world, conviviality, the culinary arts and local traditions are never far away. I love discovering destinations through their food… and through my stomach! Gastronomy can often tell us a lot about the culture, history and daily life of a region.

I tested a co-working space in the Ardennes

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Gare !

my special favourites

 

As the Ardennes would be nothing without its inhabitants, we must render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar’s: we are the most courageous! Shaped by the blows of our harsh winters and our more pleasant summers, our characters are infused with a natural benevolence, which sometimes makes us appear genial and cheerful. So, if by chance your footsteps take you to the Ardennes, head for the sound of clinking glasses and resounding laughter, because it’s much more fun to discover the Ardennes through the people who live there!

my pictures of the Ardennes

Campagne au Penant
Les boulets, homemade, tradition ardennaise!
Balade dans la forêt de Wibrin
Paddle sur le lac de Nisramont
Les ruines de Poilvache, dans la vallée de la Molignée
Tarte à la rhubarbe, un inévitable!
La tranquilité de l'Ardenne
Balade dans les alentours de DInant

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Corinne Stoppelli, ambassador

MY expEriences

Life is simple in the Ardennes! Coming here is like coming home, yet you enjoy a real change of scene in this vast wilderness. I've explored every corner of this region, in France, Luxembourg and Wallonia, and come up with some close-to-nature experiences in total immersion.

Discover the most beautiful secrets and daily heroes of the Ardennes!

Stand-up paddle on Vieilles Forges lake

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Stand-up paddle on Vieilles Forges lake

mY SPECIAL FAVOURITEs

 

This little corner of the world holds my solution for returning to basics: a simple way of life that's full of subtlety, a huge breath of fresh air, an unlimited playground that's a feast for the eyes as well as the body, and new surprises every day.

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