Ondenval between Faye and historic trails

Ondenval lies at the foot of a slope in a valley formed by a tributary of the Amblève. The village developed at an altitude of 420 to 460 metres and belongs to a landscape generally characterised by meadows and woodland. Anyone looking for a combination of nature, local character and special discoveries for their trip will find several different starting points here for planning their day.

Faye nature area with special access rules

The Faye nature reserve is officially recognised. Its character includes heathland with heather overlooking a former quarry. Faye is therefore not merely a landscape name, but a specific natural area with a history of its own. If you include the area in your travel plans, you should observe the access regulations: outside the paths, access is permitted only as part of guided visits organised by the responsible association or with special permission from the board of directors.

Circular trails for different day plans

In Ondenval, the circular trail Au pays des bâtisses en pierres starts at the church. This makes it possible to combine the walk with a look at the village centre and its architecture. The circular trail Par monts et par vaux leads through the Faye nature area and has a different focus. Those travelling with their family can therefore decide in advance whether the starting point in the village or the Faye natural area should be the main destination of the day.

Slate roofs, millstone and historic traces

Ondenval’s village character is shaped by slate roofs and masonry made of sandstone, slate and arkose. A millstone stands in the church square, which local legend associates with the Sotais. Details like these add a cultural accent to a walk through the village, especially if you want to discover not only the landscape but also local traditions.

The surrounding area also points to older uses. In the direction of Montenau, near Ondenval, there are old spoil heaps from Celtic-era gold washing. In addition, a historic route in Ondenval was connected with the Grand Stré, a former road from Liège to Trier via Malmedy. The historical status of both references belongs to their respective histories and should not be equated with a current traffic route.

Include regional highlights in your travel plans

The culinary offering includes La Truite d’Ondenval. Fresh whole trout are offered there, raised in very pure spring water. This specific regional connection can be just as interesting for your planning as the landscape: A day of travel can be organised around a circular trail, the village character and a regional speciality in different ways, without all the experiences having to be connected in the same manner.

Find the right accommodation for your trip to Ondenval

If the Faye nature area, circular trails and the character of the village are among your main interests, you can specifically search for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Ondenval. This keeps Ondenval at the centre of your trip while allowing you to arrange the highlights for shared discoveries flexibly.

More places to compare

If you would like to compare other places in addition to Ondenval, you will find additional destinations here: Nandrin, Clavier, Engis, Ouren, Esneux, Bassenge, Oreye and Weywertz.

For the higher-level travel overview: Liège.