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The municipality of Bouillon lies in Belgium’s Walloon Region and the Luxembourg Province, close to the border of France. Nestled on a sharp bend of the River Semois, in the heart of the Ardennes forest this small medieval city is a popular destination for short breaks to the region.

The town is dominated by the fortified Castle of Godefroid, whose most famous Lord was Godfrey of Bouillon, led the first crusade to Jerusalem in 1096. To find out more you should visit the Godefroid de Bouillon Archeoscope Museum. The castle sits on a rocky outlook this majestic castle is well preserved and provides the crowning glory to the area.

Bouillon is known as the Pearl of the Semois valley and is surrounded by beautiful forest. There are many things to discover in the countryside, from leisurely walks to fishing and hunting, and this combined with various sports, animal parks and bicycle tracks, makes for an interesting mix that has something for everyone to enjoy.

 
Chateau Godefroid
Located on a rocky outlook, the castle keeps a watchful eye overlooking the town and has been a popular tourist location for years. Changing hands many times, the castle boasts an interesting maze of corridors and huge vaulted halls.
Mother and daughter sightseeing
Agri Museum
Farm equipment and machinery from 1800 to the present day is housed here. Visitors are taken back in time allowing them to explore how agriculture life interacted with social and cultural history. (not shown).
 
Duke's Museum
Comprised of two 17th century listed buildings, the Dukes’ Museum overlooks the Semois River. The older of the two was used as lodgings for officers of the castle, known as the house of the government, while the newer was home to Nicholas-Joseph Spontin. (not shown).
 
Godefroid de Bouillon Archéoscope
Originally a convent dating back to the 17th-century, this building is now home to a fascinating museum that follows the life of Duke Godefroid, and takes you on a journey through to the first crusade. (not shown).
Pretty butterfly in gardens
Botanical Arboretum
Established in 1906, this Arboretum contains 150 mature exotic and indigenous tree and Conifers, as well a vast variety of forest dwelling wildlife. In an area that is popular for its woodland this make for an interesting walk. (not shown).
Monkeys at a zoo
La Crete des Cerf
This translates as ‘Crest of the Deer’ and is overlooking Bouillon from the Ardennes forest. With an interesting variety of animals including baboons, ostriches and even tigers, there are over 200 animals from over 50 species. (not shown).

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