5 perfect destinations in Belgium to celebrate Mother's Day
5 perfect destinations in Belgium to celebrate Mother's Day
Mother's Day
Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to escape. Between cities of character, fascinating industrial heritage, and wild peaks, Belgium offers landscapes of surprising diversity. This year, why not take your mom to breathe fresh air in the most beautiful regions of Wallonia? Here is our selection for an unforgettable weekend.
1. The High Fens: Wild nature and woolen heritage
The region of Verviers is the true gateway to the most spectacular landscapes of Belgium. For a mom who loves authentic history and vast preserved spaces, it's a destination of choice that combines industrial charm and wild escapism.
The Gileppe Dam: Just a few minutes from the hotel, offer her a walk around this majestic lake dominated by its famous stone lion. The view from the panoramic tower is breathtaking.
The Wool and Fashion Center: Located in an old factory, this museum elegantly traces the time when Verviers was the world capital of wool. A fascinating cultural visit.
The High Fens Nature Park: For total immersion, walk on the boardwalks amidst the peat bogs. It's the ideal place for a rejuvenating family walk.
Your stay at Van der Valk Hotel Verviers
Located in a magnificent former 19th-century customs station, our hotel is a unique place in Belgium. With its iron and glass structure and heated outdoor pool, it offers a majestic setting to celebrate moms.
Also take advantage of your visit to the region to make a detour to the spa town of Spa, located just 15 minutes from Verviers. It's the perfect complement to your stay: after discovering Verviers' heritage, offer your mom a moment of pure relaxation at the famous Thermes or a flower-filled walk by Lake Warfaaz. A double dose of happiness for an unforgettable Mother's Day at the heart of the blue Ardennes.
2. The Ardennes: The Fiery City of Liège
Only 20 minutes away, Liège offers a more urban experience. Between artisanal waffles, the steps of the Mountain of Bueren, and the shops of the Carré, the change of scenery is guaranteed.
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3. Walloon Brabant: Sweetness and heritage
Around Nivelles and Waterloo, the landscapes become more bucolic. It's the favorite destination for moms who appreciate Cistercian abbeys and walks in flowered parks.
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4. The Borinage: Art at the heart of Mons
If your mom is an art lover and old stones, the city of Mons will enchant her. Between its UNESCO-listed Belfry and contemporary museums, culture is experienced here with passion.
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5. The Black Country: Charleroi, the creative surprise
For a modern and unusual getaway, Charleroi offers a fascinating face. Between the famous Photography Museum and the terril paths, it's a warm destination for a curious mom.
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Why choose Verviers for Mother's Day?
By choosing the Van der Valk Hotel Verviers, you offer your mom a unique experience in a carefully restored historical monument. It’s the promise of a weekend combining heritage discovery and the purity of the Fens landscapes.
We look forward to celebrating this event with you!