Discover Mont: Village History, Hiking and Regional Specialties

Mont lies in the Martin Moulin valley and presents the history and character of an Ardennes village within a compact area. Houses made of slate rubble stone shape the village landscape. There are also walks through the old village, historic buildings and a local brewing tradition centred around the Vieille Forge. Anyone looking for a holiday apartment in Mont can therefore plan their stay around outdoor activity, discovering the village and exploring regional history.

Village History Between the Castle, Church and Slate Houses

Mont’s past goes back a long way. In 1105, Mont was handed over to Saint-Hubert Abbey. In the Middle Ages, the village had a castle dependent on Montaigue. This historical context makes Mont a destination for visitors who do not want to view the landscape separately from its history.

The named sights include Saint Pierre Church, rebuilt in 1850. The Wilogne fountain consists of an ensemble of two slate troughs. The Domaine de Cheras is also part of the local history; it was built in 1887. A personal connection to cultural history is provided by the Dutch writer Albert Dijtem, a friend of the painter Raeymackers, who lived in Mont for several years. A walk through the village can thus take in a range of historical themes without defining Mont solely through a single building.

Hiking Routes of Different Lengths

Several hiking options are available for planning your trip. The Houffalize tourist office offers 13 walks in the municipality, ranging from 5 to 12 km. This range allows you to adapt your daily plans to your preferred distance without assuming a specific walking time or level of difficulty.

The “Promenade de la Vieille Ardenne” walk leads through the old village of Mont for you to explore. The hiking map of the Upper Ourthe also lists Mont among the villages covered. The “Achouffe - De la vieille Ardenne (Ourthe Supérieure)” circular route offers two variants. The trail markers bearing the XL designation provide further opportunities to visit the villages of Mont and Dinez; the route can be extended by approximately 2 km. If you like choosing between a more compact loop and an extended version, you can take these details into account when planning your day.

Local Character and Brewing Tradition

The Vieille Forge is also part of Mont’s distinctive character. Its outbuildings house the Inter-Pol microbrewery. The Vieille Forge offers the two exclusive beers Witte Pol and Zwarte Pol. This adds a local drinks theme to the village’s historic and scenic impressions. It is another aspect for travellers who, when choosing their holiday destination, are looking not only for hiking routes but also for regional specialties.

Mont as a Starting Point for Your Accommodation Search

When searching for accommodation in Mont, you can first consider what should define your trip: exploring the village, gaining historical insights, taking a 5 to 12 km walk in the municipality or choosing a longer version of the circular route with approximately 2 km of additional distance. A holiday apartment in the village suits a travel plan that takes Mont itself as its focus; for other plans, you can compare the routes and places described here specifically. What matters is the combination of village history, outdoor activity and local character that you would like to experience.

If you would like to compare other places in addition to Mont, you can find further destinations here: Nadrin, Tavigny, Achouffe, Wibrin, Tailles, Mabompré, Buret and Cèturu.

For the overarching travel overview: Houffalize.