Discover Bellevaux-Ligneuville

Bellevaux-Ligneuville combines tranquil valley landscapes, distinctive hiking trails and a remarkable history. Bellevaux lies in a valley characterised by picturesque hamlets, while Ligneuville is surrounded by wooded hills in the Amblève valley. When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home, you can therefore first consider which character better suits your trip: the hamlets and valley of Bellevaux or the landscape, trails and regional features around Ligneuville.

Hikes through meadows, forests and riverside landscapes

The surrounding area offers several hikes of varying lengths for active days away. MDY17 Le Beau Val is a 4 km hike starting in Bellevaux and following the Amblève. MDY18 Le Chemin St Hubert covers 7.4 km through meadows and forests from Ligneuville to Lamonriville. Also starting in Ligneuville are MDY20 Le Barrage des castors, at 7.3 km, and MDY21 La Promenade de la truite, at 5.3 km. If you are looking for a longer route, you can consider MDY16 Les deux Rochers, which covers 9.2 km and has starting points in Bellevaux and Falize.

Another option is MDY19 La Route Napoléon: this 7.9 km hike leads from Ligneuville to Hédomont through forests and meadows. The Brasserie de Bellevaux is also the starting point for four hikes. This means you can choose between different starting points and trail lengths when planning your day, rather than organising every excursion in the same way.

Brewing culture, historic buildings and distinctive village scenery

The Brasserie de Bellevaux is worth visiting not only as a starting point for hikes. Guided tours explain its history, the brewing equipment, the basics of its beers and the various stages of brewing. This offers an informative insight into the local brewing culture and complements a day outdoors with an experience connected to history and craftsmanship.

Bellevaux itself is also home to notable reminders of the past. The Church of Bellevaux is dedicated to Saint Aubin and is classified as “Anno 1435”. The listed Maison Maraite dates from 1592. The old mill of Bellevaux dates from 1387. Those interested in churches, old buildings and the development of a village can include these sites in their travel plans without focusing their stay exclusively on hiking.

The Amblève, trout farming and outdoor activities

Near Ligneuville, the Amblève flows through blooming fields, creating an important feature of the village’s landscape. Ligneuville is also associated with trout farming and was awarded the title “Capital of Trout” in 1984. Fishing is possible in rivers and ponds in the villages of Ligneuville, Pont and Bellevaux. Climbing is possible on the rocks of the Warche. Alongside longer hikes, this gives you a choice of quieter nature observation, fishing and a more active experience as different ways to enjoy your trip.

This range of options is helpful for families when not everyone prefers the same daily rhythm. While some may choose a route based on its length and scenery, others can focus on historic sites, the brasserie or activities on the water. You can choose your accommodation according to the desired mix of nature, culture and self-planned excursions, without having to decide on every day of your holiday in advance.

Getting there and other places nearby

TEC bus route 395 connects Bellevaux and Ligneuville with Stavelot. This connection can be taken into account when planning your journey and deciding where to stay in Bellevaux-Ligneuville. For further regional impressions, you can also discover Longfaye, Pont, Xhoffraix, Bevercé and Chodes.

Bellevaux-Ligneuville is therefore a suitable destination for anyone who wants to combine hiking trails with regional history and nature experiences. When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home, you can decide specifically whether short and long hikes, brewing culture, historic buildings, fishing, climbing or the Amblève landscape should be the focus of your stay.

For the main travel overview: Malmedy.