Activities

ACTIONZONE OUTDOOR PARK

Actionzone Outdoor Park is a bit further away, located between Malmedy and Sankt Vith (about 50 min from La Vue). That said, you'll find a range of “Fun & Adventure” activities there. With paintball, kids' paintball (from 7 years old), bubble football, arrow tag and an interactive treasure hunt, there's something for everyone.

ACHOUFFE BREWERY

If you love, like us, tasting Lutin Marcel's famous beers, you'll probably also be interested in finding out what the Achouffe Brewery looks like and learning more about its brewing secrets. We've tested it, re-tested it and re-re-tested it.

SAINT MARGARET'S CHAPEL

Clinging to the slate hillside, this chapel was built in the traditional 16th-century style by the provost of La Roche. It houses a wooden statue of Saint Margaret from the same period. Legend has it that the chapel was built over a spring that fed the water cistern of La Roche's medieval castle, a cistern that can still be seen today. Saint Margaret is invoked by expectant mothers for an easy childbirth.

CYRIL ARTISAN CHOCOLATERIE

About ten minutes from La Vue you can visit this family business that makes pralines, chocolate spreads and Easter eggs. Cyril Chocolat also has a hot chocolate bar, a shop with artisan products and guided visits with a demonstration and a tasting.

CRAZY TROPHY FOR GROUPS

Wildtrails' Crazy Trophy concept is very simple. A complete program, fully tailored to your group, is drawn up in advance with the Wildtrails team. Different activities are combined to strike a balance between relaxation, competition, team spirit and challenge.

FISHING

We don't really know much about it, but we do see anglers everywhere. We recommend you take a look at this guide

HIKING

We're big fans! If you're a hiker like us, you should know that several long-distance hiking trails run through La Roche, such as the GR14, the GR57 and also the GTA. Officially you can't sleep in the woods, but if you are respectful you won't have a problem. There are also plenty of shorter, easier walks. The tourist office, very close to the house, will tell you all about it.

DOWNHILL QUADBIKE

We haven't tested it yet, but it's on our wishlist. More info at Wildtrails.

KAYAKING ON THE OURTHE

Honestly, discovering the region from the water is TOP. The ideal months are November to April, otherwise you risk scraping the bottom. My 7-year-old son and I put in at Maboge with our own inflatable kayak, no trouble at all. If you'd like a bit more adventure, put in at the Nisramont dam. Guaranteed fun. There are also several companies that can guide you and/or rent kayaks.
Ardenne-Aventures
Brandsport Adventure
Outdoor Centre
Wildtrails Basecamp

THE MOULIN DU WEZ GOAT FARM

The Moulin du Wez goat farm is tucked away between stream and forest, 6 km from La Vue. It is in this peaceful setting that you can visit the farm. Children love it and feel welcome. On site, depending on the season, you'll find various types of cheese, farm apple juice, honey and a few local products in the farm shop. Very local, highly recommended.

THE GUIDES' OFFICE

The guides' office organizes activities on wildlife (beaver, badger, insects, recognizing birdsong, etc.), wildcraft techniques (making fire using survival techniques, building a shelter, wild cooking, etc.) and Paleo (building a camp like in the good old days)

THE GHOST OF BERTHE OF LA ROCHE

The ghost of Berthe, daughter of the Count in the 10th century, walks along the medieval castle of La Roche-en-Ardenne every evening from 11 July to 22 August 2020. If you want to know more about the ghost, visit her Wikipedia page.

FARM GOLF

Playing golf among the animals is possible! The Monville farm welcomes you on its 1,700 m, 12-hole course. A few instructions to get started and you're off for 2 hours of fun. So pull on your boots for a round with friends or family; the children can join in too.

THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

To really enjoy a proper winter atmosphere, don't miss the market in La Roche-en-Ardenne. Although the market in La Roche keeps growing, the Christmas market in Durbuy is still unrivaled for now. In Durbuy you'll find even more craftsmen, Christmas tales and also an ice rink. Either way, a winter in the region is lovely.

THE GAME PARK

Are you in the area with children? A visit to the game park seems like a must to us. The park is very close to the house (note: there's a slope), easily accessible and well kept. You won't spend hours there, but seeing the wolves, wild boar, deer, etc. is always fun for children.

THE LITTLE TRAIN

The little train tour will show you La Roche and its surroundings. They'll tell you the history of La Roche, its castle and its legends. Duration: 35 to 40 minutes.

MINIGOLF

2 places in La Roche for mini-golf. We haven't tried them yet, but they look fun. More information at La Roche tourist office.

BATTLE OF THE BULGE MUSEUM

Let's be clear: the Battle of the Bulge museum is probably not the reason to come to La Roche specifically. That said, the museum is in the town's pedestrian street, 5 minutes from La Vue, and a good reason to pop in. It's certainly the largest Battle of the Bulge museum: 1,500 m² of exhibits with dioramas, vehicles, weapons, etc.

PAINTBALL

Fancy some paintball in the middle of the forests of La Roche-en-Ardenne? Find your enemy, keep a cool head, hide behind the trees and capture the opposing team's flag. At Ardennes Aventures they have a forest designed specially for paintball, full of natural obstacles such as bridges, burrows, etc.

PARAGLIDING

We haven't done it yet, but it's on our wishlist. There is indeed a paragliding club in La Roche.

PARC CHLOROPHYLLE

Barely 20 minutes from La Vue, this recreational, educational and artistic forest park comes highly recommended. The website of Parc Chlorophylle isn't up to much, but the park itself is the complete opposite, for young and old alike, and at a fair price. There are about 30 attractions on the mysteries of the Ardennes forest. The park has rightly earned the “5 suns” quality label.

ROPE COURSES, VIA FERRATA, DEATHRIDE

Into sport and adventure activities? Then definitely check out what our friends below offer. There's something for everyone. Rope courses in the forest, 4x4 safaris, tree-top adventure parks, via ferrata, GPS treasure hunts (geocaching), abseiling, deathride, zip line, etc.
Ardenne-Aventures
Brandsport Adventure
Outdoor Centre
Wildtrails Basecamp

SWIMMING POOLS

If the Ourthe isn't enough to cool you down, here are the addresses of the swimming pools in La Roche.

PLAYGROUNDS

The playgrounds are open all year round. Our favorite is nevertheless the one at the game park at the top of the Deister plateau. (Careful: it's right next to La Vue, but it's a steep walk, otherwise go by car.) Another great one is the one at the Chlorophylle park. The website isn't great and it's a little further away (about 20 min), but the park is honestly top-notch, for young and old.

POTTERY

Rediscover the gestures of days gone by, the sensations, emotions and smells that shaped the lives of the baker, the butcher, the apothecary, the monks… but also the lords of La Roche and their subjects. La Roche-en-Ardenne has an attraction that will appeal to everyone: Les grès de La Roche… The Ardennes through time.

RAFTING

This “wild-style” water activity requires a strong flow of water and is therefore recommended from November to April, in groups of 5 to 10 people.
More information:
Ardenne-Aventures
Brandsport Adventure
Outdoor Centre
Wildtrails Basecamp

RIVEO: DISCOVERING THE RIVER AND FISHING

In Hotton, about twenty minutes from La Vue, Riveo invites you to discover the river and its nature. Aquariums, an exhibition on the five great rivers and mini-golf in the themed gardens will immerse you in the fabulous world of the river. We haven't tried it yet, but we will.

RUINS OF THE MEDIEVAL FORTRESS

You can see the medieval castle of La Roche-en-Ardenne from the house. The ruins overlook the Ourthe valley and offer a magnificent view of La Roche and its surroundings. Authentic, it dates back to the Neolithic. Parents and children can explore the various rooms, some built right into the rock. The towers and arrow slits bring back a medieval, ancestral atmosphere.

CAVING

In principle there are several places where you can try caving. Personally, we feel that Marc Couke's Adventure Valley runs the best one. Be warned, though: it's a real sporting expedition through the natural cave, of course with an experienced guide! During the visit you abseil down into the lowest chamber of the cave until you reach the water.

TENNIS

Perhaps you don't come to the Ardennes or La Roche to play tennis, but for those who feel like it, here is the link to the courts.

MOUNTAIN BIKING (ELECTRIC OR NOT)

Personally, we're fans of the electric mountain bike, as La Roche-en-Ardenne is quite hilly after all. That said, it doesn't matter whether you choose electric or not, the region is perfect for exploring by mountain bike. Plenty of routes, plenty of possibilities. For rentals, please go and see Peter at SoWatt, their service and bikes are top-notch.

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