Discover Nonceveux

Nonceveux combines a centuries-old Saint Anthony tradition with a landscape that is particularly well suited to exploring on foot. The Ninglinspo Valley, numerous marked hiking routes and the Saint Anthony tradition with its regional characteristics are central to the area. Those looking for a holiday apartment in Nonceveux can view the village as a starting point for different kinds of holiday days: one day, the route leads through the landscape; on another, the focus may be on the village’s history, a religious tradition or a viewpoint.

Hiking between the village, valley and stream

The municipality’s hiking map includes 31 marked walking routes totalling more than 250 kilometres, passing through Sedoz-Nonceveux. This provides several ways to incorporate the surroundings into your own itinerary without committing to a single route. The AY18a “Quarreux – Béhé – Nonceveux” hike passes above Nonceveux along the streets of Etoile Badin, Grand Plain and Lombry before reaching the village church. Its route therefore combines scenic impressions with a specific destination in the village.

The AY21 hike offers a different perspective. It follows the Ninglinspo and leads to the pools Bain du Cerf, Bain de Diane and Bouillon de la Chaudière. The winding stream is 3,500 metres long. These names give the tour a clear geographical focus and make it an option in its own right for visitors who want to discover the stream and its pools. The Ninglinspo Valley near Nonceveux is listed among the archaeological sites of an exceptional character in Wallonia; the date given is 8 April 1949.

Traditions and history in Nonceveux

The Saint Anthony festival of Nonceveux has existed for several centuries. Today, as part of the Saint Anthony tradition, galets are blessed instead of the bread formerly intended for livestock, and the villagers eat them. The festival begins with a Mass in Walloon, during which galets are blessed. Afterwards, stalls in front of the church sell Pèkèt and galets. The local tradition is thus expressed not only in its religious form, but also in a culinary speciality.

The Fontaine de Nonceveux is also part of the village’s history. For many years, until the village was connected to the distribution network, it was the only water source where local residents could obtain their water. Nonceveux was also a small centre of metalworking workshops, particularly in the 17th century. Those who value cultural discoveries when choosing accommodation will therefore find several different points of interest here: a historic water source, the Saint Anthony tradition and the memory of earlier craft activity.

Which experiences suit your trip?

For active days, the wide selection of walking routes can be combined with a carefully chosen trail. Those who want to experience the Ninglinspo Valley can follow AY21 and visit the pools mentioned there. Those who want to include the village itself in their route can choose AY18a to the village church. In addition, the AYWAILLE Circuit 48 horse-riding trail leads towards Nonceveux to a viewpoint. This means that, alongside hiking, a horseback ride or a tour offering a special view can also be considered as possible holiday ideas.

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home, you can therefore first decide which aspect of Nonceveux should shape your trip: the paths through Sedoz-Nonceveux, the landscape along the Ninglinspo, the village’s cultural history or a combination of several of these themes. You can then find suitable accommodation offers via the designated booking route.

Other places for orientation

For further orientation in the region, you can also look at Soumagne, Bleyberg, Pepinster, Vieuxville, Trooz, Donceel, Lontzen and Anthisnes.

For the broader travel overview: Liège.