signposted and the maps are even available. It’s time to put the four on the peddle and accelerate your journey into the unknown. Discover the uncovered paths. Cycling in Habay would be a memorable affair for you forever.
Habay is a small town in Belgium yet it has some incredible adventures for you. You can explore this place within a day. Once you arrive here you will be astonished by the scenic beauty of this place. It’s a place full of excitement and adventure. Every corner here has enough gravity to grab your attention. From archaeological sites of the ancient era to the horseback trails of the mediaeval era to the fascinating communal Park of the modern era to relax. You have everything in one place.
At the end of your tour grab a box full of mouthwatering chocolates for jean le chocolatiers for you and your loved ones.
Address to reach the forest: Habay – La – Neuve , 6720 Habay
To make your trip to Habay a memorable affair check out our list:
Heritage walk :
Villa Gallo-Romaine de Mageroy
In a corner of Gaume at the gates of the Ardennes, discover an archaeological site like no other, the Gallo-Roman villa of Mageroy. Mageroy is a site of major importance for Gallo-Roman archaeology in Belgium. Ruins of an old village. Habay Archeology Group has been working since 1984 to excavate, study, enhance and present the site of the Gallo-Roman Villa of Mageroy. A master of heritage and archaeology, teachers, pupils and tourists shows their major interest here. However, to feel those times and imagine those houses, people and their lives need some words, tips that stimulate the imagination.
All the exhibitions are part of the numerous and inter-discoveries which are made in summers and which continue to be so. A well presented and documented archaeological site which is extremely well maintained. Do not hesitate to visit the site of the Gallo-Roman Villa of Mageroy and to discover its treasures!
Communal park of the châtelet
Communal park of the châtelet is a municipal park located on the side of the lake, it’s a spectacular property. Particularly worth the detour for its green spaces, its large pond, its castle which houses the Town Hall but also for its recreational and sports facilities which allow walkers to practice many other activities. Mini-golf, hiking and mountain biking, tennis, fishing, arboretum, rose garden, cafeteria, temporary exhibitions, playground games for children and many more. When you are done with all your outdoors and now you need a fun break then this could be the best place for you in Habay. You can even enjoy fishing in the lake nearby or you can have a stroll around the landscape and gaze at the marvels of nature. A place with every corner of your interest.
orsinfaing
It has the site of the former Castle of Orsinfaing. It has the whole circuit. You can see the history and heritage of the place with the long walk in the forest. Here is the map of it, check the link for it.
Walking in Nature
Anlier Forest
Profound into the Ardennes, between Martelange and Habay-la-Neuve in the region of Luxemburg, is the huge 7000-hectare Anlier Forest, one of the biggest forests in Belgium. The forest is so enormous that parts of it are approximately unexplored. Living in its deeper nooks are deer, wild boar, badgers, foxes and wildcats. Visit the area in the summer and look for rare breeding birds such as great grey shrikes, red-backed shrikes, and the speciality of the region are black storks. You will enjoy many hours walking along the banks of the river. The whole area has a good touristic network and can be explored by bike or on foot. A good starting point is the tourist office on the Grand Place in Neufchâteau. You can marvel at the diversity of plant and animal life in the area. Spend a truly good time with nature here.
Horseback trail
Habay is an amazing place. Along with all the fascinating things here the major tourist interest is horse riding. You can discover this marvellous place on the back of the horse which gives you a complete feeling of travelling back in time. Many equestrian courses are accessible in the Anlier forest. Numerous Tarpan routes are accessible to riders. Some of the most famous routes are: –
4 horseback rides (departure: Marbehan → 9 and 13km Anlier)
– Léglise: 3 horseback rides (departure: Les Fossès → 12.5km – Chêne → 14.5km)
– Neufchâteau: 5 horseback rides (departure: Neufchâteau → 14 and 11.5km)
You can find information on equestrian routes. You will surely enjoy this ride. Highly recommended!
Cycling Tours
Habay is like a paradise for cyclists. Numerous exhilarating cycling trips are done here through the unspoiled, green heart of Habay. Many cycling and mountain biking routes are available in Habay. The regions of the forest of Anlier and Rulles are the major trails here.
So the cyclist this is a chance for you not to miss out loitering into the lush green forests. Bicycles are available for hire at in Habay and Marbehan. The routes are signposted and even maps are available on its official site. Discover the unknown path. Cycling here would be a memorable affair for sure.
Jean le Chocolatier
Jean le Chocolatier attracts you to stop by his shop in Habay-La-Neuve to savour his many creations like chocolate, ice-cream, a beer with a twist and other gourmet treats. It’s not “just” about chocolate. Jean le chocolatier has a substantial fascination for cacao and cherishes to experience, finding new harmonies: chilli from Espelette, saffron from Gaume, olive, rose, wasabi, different types of pepper and many more. In his shop, the shelves are filled with chocolate spreads, speculoos, iced pralines, macarons, orangettes, jams and more. To be enjoyed without temperance. Beer lovers will fall for the JeanChris, a tasting beer prepared half with barley, half with hops and excellent math to chocolate. Fall for the cakes, marshmallows, cuberdons, canelés and sorbets, made with seasonal fruits. Jean le Chocolatier is a shop to delight all those with a sweet tooth.
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