Beaumont: Discover History, Trails and Wine

Beaumont combines medieval traces, varied trails and its own wine experience. Those planning a trip with culture, activity and regional flavours will find several different ways to experience the town here. A holiday apartment in Beaumont can serve as a base for a stay during which you can discover history, explore on foot or get to know the Vignoble de la Mazelle, depending on your plans for the day.

Tour Salamandre and the history of Beaumont

One particularly significant destination is Tour Salamandre, which was built in the 11th century. Inside, there is a museum dedicated to the history of Beaumont and regional crafts. Reproductions of the Croÿ miniatures are also on display. From the top of the tower, you can enjoy views over the green landscape, combining historical insights with a scenic outlook.

The fortifications are also present in the townscape today. The best-preserved section of Beaumont’s fortification walls is located near Tour Salamandre. The historic complex also includes the Poterne, which has been preserved in a watchtower that is now in ruins. These individual features can easily be considered as different stops during a cultural stay, without restricting yourself to a single museum experience.

Discover Beaumont on foot

For a compact exploration, an audio-guided tour through Beaumont is available. The town walk is approximately 1.6 km long and takes 1.5 hours. The audio guide is available in French, Dutch, English and German, with both an adult version and a children’s version. This allows you to plan your exploration of the town’s history at a pace and in a language that suit your travel group. The tour leads to still-visible traces of the local cultural heritage.

Those who prefer longer routes will find 108 km of signposted walking trails in the Beaumont area. This offers a different way to structure your day than the short audio guide: you can choose a focused cultural route or plan more time for activity in the landscape. When looking for accommodation, it is therefore worth deciding on your personal focus – such as historical discoveries, extended walks or a mixture of both.

RAVeL, cycling and regional flavours

Beaumont also offers clear guidance for cyclists. The former line 109, which connected Mons with Chimay, has been adapted for walkers, horse riders and cyclists. The RAVeL has access points in Beaumont at La Graveline, at the railway station, at the Texaco station on Chaussée Fernand Deliège and on Rue Tonglet. The Beaumont Tourist Office also offers two electric bicycles for hire. This allows you to see whether a stay combining walks, a cycling tour or changing activities offers the right rhythm for your trip.

The Vignoble de la Mazelle is also part of the local character. During a visit, techniques used in viticulture and winemaking are presented. The winery also offers tastings of the wines and spirits produced there. This visit adds a culinary accent and complements Beaumont’s historical and active sides with a regional experience.

Discover more places

For further travel planning, you can also visit the pages on Thirimont and Barbençon. This allows Beaumont to remain an independent focus while you compare additional destinations for your accommodation search.

For the overarching travel overview: Hainaut.

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