Medieval fortress of Poilvache
Description
This gem of medieval heritage in the middle of the Champalle National Natural Reserve has a wide range of themes on offer exploring medieval architecture, archeology, history, nature, geography, numismatics and institutions.
The medieval Ruins in Poilvache comprise a castle and a middle ages town. The earliest mention of the site is in a text dating from 1228. It was destroyed in 1430 by a coalition of Dinantais and Hutois from the Principality of Liege.
Opening hours
The mediaeval site of Poilvache is open to the public:
- Every weekend from 1 April to 31 October.
- In July and August: daily, 10.30am - 6pm
By prior booking: guided tours in season and out of season (Fr/Nl/Eng.) (2 weeks in advance)
Prices
- under 6: free
- 6 - 12 years: tour (+ explanatory leaflet): €1
- 12 - 18 years: tour (+ explanatory leaflet): €1.25
- Adults: tour (+ explanatory leaflet): €2
- Senior citizens: tour (+ explanatory leaflet): €1.25
- Groups (10 people minimum): Guided tour: €4/adult and €2/child
*explanatory leaflet to be returned or purchased at the end of the visit
Getting here
- By car -> via the E411, exit at Spontin, 10km towards Yvoir, turn left at Evrehailles.
- By train -> Yvoir station on the Brussels-Namur-Dinant line.
- By boat -> river halt on Ile d'Yvoir + stop possible downstream from the Houx locks
Information - Bookings
Website: Mme Michèle BARCENA - Tel. : 082 61 36 82
Mr Guy BOODTS - Tel. : 082 61 43 96
Website: http://www.poilvache.be/
