Discover nature and cultural heritage in Flémalle-Haute

Flémalle-Haute combines an unusual natural landscape with significant cultural heritage. The Aux Roches nature reserve stretches out behind the railway station, while historic buildings and a route between churches offer insights into the history of the surrounding area. If you would like to combine nature experiences and cultural discoveries on your trip, the town offers several different points of interest for doing so.

Nature among former limestone quarries

Aux Roches was created from former limestone quarries. Today, the area is being reclaimed by flora more commonly associated with Mediterranean fringe regions. This contrast is precisely what makes the nature reserve such a remarkable landscape: the history of quarrying remains connected with the vegetation of today. The area is also home to eagle owls and peregrine falcons. Those interested in distinctive landscapes and wildlife can therefore include Aux Roches as an important natural aspect of Flémalle-Haute in their travel plans.

Cultural heritage from the church to the pleasure château

Flémalle-Haute's cultural history is also diverse. The organ case of Saint Matthias Church is part of Wallonia's exceptional heritage. The church therefore contains a special detail that plays a role of its own when exploring the town's cultural heritage.

The Château de la Petite Flémal' was built around 1614 as a pleasure château. It stands on the site of the former Petite Flémal', an earlier name for Flémalle-Haute. The name thus also refers to the historical development of the town. Other notable buildings include L'Ermitage. Its main building is designed in the Renaissance style and preserves architectural details from that period.

L'Ermitage also includes a modest house with a dovecote. In the 16th century, it belonged to Catherine de Flémalle's alms storehouse; food was distributed from there to the poor of Flémalle. Such details give a visit a historical perspective that goes beyond viewing individual façades. They show how closely buildings, local history and social functions can be connected.

A route between churches and the nature reserve

The “De Saint-Matthias à Saint-Nicolas” route connects Saint Matthias Church in Flémalle-Haute with the church of Souxhon. At the same time, it passes through part of the Aux Roches nature reserve. Those who would like to incorporate ecclesiastical heritage and landscape into a shared travel idea can plan this route as a connecting theme. It thus complements both an exploration of the organ case and the natural area of the former limestone quarries.

Choose accommodation to suit your preferred travel theme

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Flémalle-Haute, you can first determine the focus of your trip. The key is for your accommodation to suit the daily rhythm and discoveries you want for your stay in Flémalle-Haute.

To the overall travel guide: Flémalle.