Lierneux: Trails, Rock and Culture

A boulder overlooking the village of Lierneux, a marked hike to this destination and cultural sites with their own histories give this destination a variety of highlights. Families planning a trip can choose different focuses, from outdoor activities to architecture and traditions. A stated route length provides a practical guide for planning the day.

Landscape and hiking trails

The Pierre de la Falhotte is a boulder overlooking the village of Lierneux. Marked hike No. 4 starts in Lierneux, is marked with a green rectangle and is 3 kilometres long. The Pierre de la Falhotte is visible from the trail. This means the route combines a specified distance with a clearly named destination. For families, the distance provides a concrete planning guide. Check the local trail markers before setting out.

Colanhan, south of the village of Verleumont, offers a different perspective on the landscape. The area covers 15.98 hectares and is of geological, geomorphological, historical and scenic significance. Geological aspects focus on rocks and the history of the Earth; geomorphology deals with the forms of the terrain. Together with the historical and scenic aspects, these offer several themes for nature enthusiasts to keep in mind when exploring the area.

Architecture, art and traditions

The Calvaire d’Arbrefontaine consists of 14 stations made of flat stones and slate. They depict scenes from the Passion. The number of stations divides the representation into individual sections; at the same time, the combination of different materials makes the structure itself a distinctive feature of the site. Those interested in religious artistic traditions will find a different focus here than on the hike to the Pierre de la Falhotte.

The Chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary stands in Trou de Bra. Built in 1910, it is a single-nave, neo-Gothic structure made of sandstone rubble and brick. A single-nave building has one main nave. The neo-Gothic style revives forms from the Gothic period. The chapel therefore offers the opportunity to appreciate both its basic layout and its historic architecture as distinct features.

Henri-Joseph Rutxhiel was born in Lierneux. To mark the artist’s 250th birthday, the municipality set up a freely accessible trail with several stops in the village. The occasion connects the artist with his birthplace, while the trail features several stops within the village. This makes it a different kind of excursion from a hike with a set distance and a clearly defined destination.

Recurring traditions are also rooted in the Marian grotto in Trou de Bra: a pilgrimage takes place on the first Sunday after Ascension Day, and a procession on Corpus Christi. If you would like to plan your trip around these dates, check them in advance. This lets you include religious traditions as a distinct focus in your plans.

Active days and getting there

The Brasserie de la Lienne is a starting point for hikes, cycling tours and mountain biking excursions. You can reach the Trail Lierneux by public transport. Check the current timetable when planning your journey.

Plan a stay that suits you

There are different interests to consider when planning your stay: Hike No. 4 has a stated length and starts in Lierneux; the cultural sites offer their own architectural, artistic and religious highlights; and Colanhan combines geological and scenic features. If you are looking for a holiday rental in Lierneux, first consider what kind of days you would like to spend there.

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For the regional travel overview: Liège.