Durbuy Travel Guide

What are the Things to Do in Durbuy When It is So Small?

Durbuy, located in Wallonia is in the province of Luxembourg in the eastern part of Belgium. However, do not be confused with this province that has the same name as the country, Luxembourg. Durbuy is at Ardennes, south Belgium which belongs to the French-speaking community, Wallonie.

Durbuy has a pretty old charm that makes one indulge in the tranquillity away from the bustling city life. Additionally, there are some display boards outside the Tourist Office and some shops which proudly proclaims Durbuy as the ‘smallest city in the world’.

Upon seeing Durbuy town on arrival, on first glance, I thought to myself that one could complete the tour in Durbuy in 30 minutes. “Is that all?” I asked my boyfriend. He replied, “Let’s explore!” Surely, that is not true if one knows where are the places to visit and the things to do in Durbuy.

Is Durbuy Really the Smallest City in the World?

While searching for a concrete answer online, there are many spheres of arguments. Vatican City has the smallest surface area in the world with a size of 0.44 km2 and a population of 840 in 2016 among all the cities. Since it gained its independence in 1929, it could no longer be called a city but a state.

Durbuy, although dubbed as the smallest city in the world, its size is bigger than that of Vatican City, which is the smallest country in the world. 

It has a size of 156.61 km2 and a population of over 11,000 inhabitants in 2016. Medieval old stone houses built in the 17th and 18th centuries, cobbled streets and lush green forest surrounding are some notable attractions of Durbuy. I would prefer to call Durbuy a little old town instead of a ‘city’ by such a definition.

Nevertheless, Hum in Croatia is officially listed as the smallest town in the world. It has an elevation of 349 m, a surface area of 100 metres long and 30 metres wide. The population is between 20 to 30 inhabitants. It was claimed that Hum has only been in recent years, during the 70s, declared as a town to gain popularity in the tourism industry for being “the smallest town in the world”.

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20 Top Things to Do in Durbuy

① Visit the Tourist Office

After driving for two hours, the first sight of Durbuy, a pretty little town greeted me as seen in the profile image. One travel tip for a free and easy trip in any city is to always go to the Tourism Office to get a map first. You can screen the places of interest from the map even without doing prior online research. Secondly, another advantage is to find out any events, activities or promotion happening in Durbuy at the time of your visit. From the photo below, the Tourist Office is on the right.

② Dine in a Nice Restaurant

We arrived in the city around noon time. One of the best things to do in Durbuy was to try out one of the restaurants there especially the fishes from Ardennes. That would be a great start of the tour later. We went to Côté Cour Hotel-Restaurant to order the fish and the wild pheasant.

The food was not fresh and way below the standard. Furthermore, the service was not good either as the waitress was cold and robotic in manner. I am sure you would have better luck in trying out other restaurants. In my next post, I will show you some Durbuy restaurants and where you can eat.

③ Walk in Forest Nature Trail

Another top thing to do in Durbuy is to explore nature and take a short trail in the forest. Hence, we went for 30 to 45 minutes walk in Durbuy after our full but unsatisfying lunch. Our intention was to search for the highest point on the hill so that we could see Durbuy medieval town more clearly from the peak. The first part of the walk was mostly on an even ground.

As shown in the first image below, we walked up from the slope on the left side of the restaurant, La Piazza from the road Tier Moreau. It linked to road Neuve Voie later. When we switched path to Rue des Crêtes later, we saw a holiday vacation lodge, Gite des Crêtes. The following photo below La Piazza was Hotel Wellness. We walked down from the left side of Hotel Wellness after completing one round of the trail loop.

In the second image above, we continued walking on Rue des Crêtes until we saw a signboard stating “Boucle de Durbuy” which means “Loop of Durbuy”. This narrow path was the starting point of our forest trail, supposedly to be only a 10-minutes walk. It was a spin-off from Rue des Crêtes as shown on the Google Maps labelled (C) above. The nameless road would lead you back to Hotel Wellness. The image below was the view of Durbuy.

I expected the scenery to be unblocked but the trees were blocking the view. So, a little disappointing. The first image below was the point that we saw the town. The soil was a bit muddy and slippery then. As a result, we had to walk down slowly with handrail support most times as shown in the second image. Consequently, the hike took longer than 10 minutes for us.

④ Visit Durbuy Castle

The Durbuy Castle (Chateau de Durbuy) history dated back as early as 1078. It has undergone several devastations over the centuries due to fire and wars. The Durbuy Castle was rebuilt on the ruins of the old castle in 1731. The present building is the result of reconstruction from the eighteenth century. There was an extensive restoration by the Countess d’Ursel from 1880 to 1882.

⑤ Admire Shrub Art in the World Largest Topiary Park

Topiary is the art or practice of clipping shrubs or trees into ornamental shapes. Since 1997, Durbuy Topiary Park (Le Parc des Topiaires) has been offering visitors more than 250 designs from human to animal forms in a 1-hectare garden. Entrance fee is €4.50/adult and €1 for children between 6 to 12 years old. Free for children below 6 years old.

There are also guided tour for 10 people with a discounted rate. You can request for a guide who speaks English, French or Dutch too. Ironically, the world smallest city has the largest topiary park of 10,000 m² in the world. The Durbuy Topiary Park is definitely a top place to visit and pride of Belgium not to be missed.

⑥ Stroll along Scenic Ourthe River

The 165 km Ourthe River which runs in Ardennes flows through Durbuy. The picturesque scenery provides a stunning background for several photography shots in different angles and locations. Therefore, a leisure stroll along the river capturing different perspectives of the landscape is one of the things to do in Durbuy.

⑦ Drink Beer at Durbuy Local Brewery

Durbuy has also their own locally brewed beer – Marckloff at La Ferme au Chêne. Located along the River Ourthe, the brewery cum restaurant is easy to spot as it seems to be the one and only one around the vicinity. The brewery was originally established in 1560 by Philippe Marckloff.

Other than savouring the brewed beer speciality in a historical monument beside the Ourthe River, guests can also dine in the restaurant with local cuisine. The other beer brand, La Durboyse which states on its label “Beer of Durbuy” is in fact brewed at the Lefebvre Brewery in Quenast which is 100 km away from Durbuy. The restaurant is reported to be closed until end June 2020.

⑧ Play 18-holes Mini-Golf

The 18-holes Mini Golf entrance with the modern steel construction is captivating. It costs €5 per person for a 30-minute game. The area opens all year except January. During the weekday, Mini-Golf starts from 1 pm. Over the weekend and during the school holiday, it opens from 10 am. The games are subjected to weather condition. Adequate lighting is provided in the evening.

The toilet is on the left side of the building. The toilet may seem to be a very trivial matter but not when nature surrounds you especially for the ladies. Otherwise, you really have to answer the call of nature in nature.

⑨ Visit Saint-Nicolas Church

Saint-Nicolas Church is a Roman Catholic Parish church behind the Mini Golf. The construction of Saint-Nicolas Church begun in 1630. Later in 1643, it was consecrated. It housed a baptismal font dated back to the sixteenth century. Subsequently, it was converted to a convent in the city in 1675 and enlarged in 1774.

⑩ Look at Anticline Durbuy

Although Durbuy is a charming old town, I had the deepest impression on this huge rock located along the pathway of Chemin Touristique and Avenue Hubert Philippart. Suddenly, I looked like a tiny ant. That was what happened to me when nobody was watching. The landscape surrounding the rock, Saint Nicolas Church and Mini-Golf is rather remarkable and worth to take a look. You rock!

The stupendous granite is the Anticline Durbuy. It is already 300 million years old! The anticline is the geological term to describe a U-shaped rock formation. The apparent folds were the accumulation of the sea sediment over millions of years containing calcium carbonate. More than 50% of the limestone deposited on the granite. The peak of this anticline is the highest point of Durbuy. Another name for the Anticline is Homalius’ Rock or Roche à la Falize.

⑪ Visit Halle aux Blés Museum

Halle aux Blés located along the cobbled street of Rue du Comte d’Ursel has a distinctive red plaster on the upper half of the monument. Dated as early as 1530, Halle aux Blés was a market-hall and was home to the jurisdiction of the judiciary. The present building has been on the list of the exceptional heritage of Wallonia since 1976 and hosts cultural exhibitions currently.

⑫ Explore Durbuy by Cycling

Cycling is a great option to explore more of Durbuy in a shorter time. If you do not have a bike, you can select from five different types of bikes and then get it rented there. The bike rental cost from €19 for 3 hours to €37 depending on the selected bike model.

From 8 April onwards, you might be able to cycle together with a mountain bike guide over the weekend for 2 to 3 hours duration based on the number of participants. The bike rental activity of Durbuy Adventure at Rome Rue 1 opens daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Wearing a helmet is compulsory.

⑬ Kayaking in Ourthe River

Here is another fun thing to do in Durbuy when the weather is good. Durbuy is a popular destination for kayaking in Belgium on the Ourthe River from 1st April to the end of October too. The Durbuy Kayak offers a choice of 8 km, 12 km and 23 km kayaking distance. The rental price of the kayak starts from €8 for a 4-km single kayak and below €30 for a 23 km tandem kayak.

Due to occasional high or low water level, the Ourthe River might be closed for kayaking activities. It is mandatory by law to wear a lifejacket to avoid getting a €50 fine. Lifejackets are provided free for children below 4 years old.

⑭ Clear Obstacles in Durbuy Challenge Park

Challenge Park is an altitude adventure park which comprises of six courses at three different heights of 3 m, 6 m and 10 m. It has more than 100 obstacles for participants to clear different zip lines. Additionally, it also has a climbing wall with three routes and a multi-facet adventure trail with various combinations of difficulty overall. Participants will be taught how to use the Expoglider lifeline system for different courses too. Wearing of helmet and harness is compulsory throughout the obstacle.

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⑮ Climbing Activities

For the more adventurous soul, there are three types of climbing activities in the old quarry at Durbuy Adventure at Rue Rome – Click and Climb, Via Ferrata and Via Ferrata + Rappel. For Click and Climb, you ascend the vertical climbing wall of 20 m consisting of several elements with a Powerfan security system. Via Ferrata is more challenging with four levels of difficulty running along a steel rope with the Expoglider security lifeline up to 35 m high.

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With Rappel added to Via Ferrata experience, participants will scale up to a height of 55 m and descend from the top through an abseiling. On the summit, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Ourthe Valley. There will be professional guides around and to explain the use of the security lifeline system.

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⑯ Glide Down Mega Zipline

Get that hook on your body. Then, hold your breath and glide down the longest Mega Zipline of Benelux high up there in between the trees. The 1-km slide will pass in a flash so do not close your eyes. Scrutinise Durbuy, the world smallest city within minutes from the top and enjoy the breeze. The starting point is accessible with a path through the woods. Mega Zipline is one of my favourite activities. Though so much fun sliding down nature, it is not for the faint-hearted and the acrophobia.

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⑰ Free Fall Rock aka Bungee Jumping

Another name of Free Fall Rock is Bungee Jumping. However, in the Adventure Valley Park, you get less terror than the actual bungee jumping and more fun in return. From a height of 32 m and said to be the highest altitude in Belgium, you experience a more controlled fear of falling as compared to bungee jumping. The company guarantees you with a 100% safe Powerfan safety system to slow you down gently before landing on the ground. Now, do you dare take the plunge?

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⑱ Visit Durbuy Christmas Market

The most fruitful way and perhaps the best time to visit Durbuy is to linger there longer by visiting the Christmas market concurrently. Especially if you love autumn like me, you will appreciate the different hues of warm colours on the leaves in November. Durbuy Christmas Market attracts a lot of visitors every year from November to December during its opening.

• Durbuy Christmas Market 2019/2020

The Durbuy Christmas Market starts on 22 November 2019 until 5 January 2020.

⑲ Pamper Yourself with Wellness Treatment

For those want to indulge in a little bit more luxury and pampering can go for spa, massage, face and body treatment in Durbuy Wellness by Le Sanglier des Ardennes or Hotel Wellness by Eau de Roche. Rejuvenate yourself in sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, swimming pool with jets hydromassages or even wellness rituals provided by experienced professionals. With a wide variety of wellness programmes and a cosy interior to spoil you, your choice of relaxation will never go wrong.

⑳ Stay Overnight in a Durbuy Hotel

Not enough time to do so many things? You may like to consider staying in one of these Durbuy hotels to maximise your time in the city. The medieval village may be small but some people can rejuvenate when they are far away from the typical city life. Such an old town has the magic to free anyone from stress especially when nature surrounds them.

Adventure Valley Durbuy

The family Maerten founded La Petite Merveille (LPM) in 1964. Subsequently, La Petite Merveille bought Durbuy Adventure in 2016. Adventure Valley Durbuy was a branch out of La Petite Merveille specialising in organising activities in Durbuy Adventure Park. Their office is at Rue Rome 1 which is 1 km away from Durbuy.

Adventure Valley organises activities from 12 to 17 mentioned above. There are much more than the seven activities. The concept of their adventures is for people to purchase different types of passes according to their desires:

• Adventure Day (Various Prices f ~ €30+)
• Fly Pass (€15)
• Adventure Day + Fly Pass (€52)
• Adventure + Fast Tag (€52).

Therefore, participants select their interests indicated by the pass. They also have à la carte activities like Escape Rooms, Tourist Train, Speleo Experience/Extreme and Laser Game which do not fall into any of the packages.

How to Go to Durbuy by Public Transport?

It is not convenient to go Durbuy because there is no train station which one can take a train and stops directly there. To go Durbuy, one has to take a train that departs hourly from Brussels to Barvaux. From Barvaux Train Station, there is a shuttle bus to bring you to Durbuy. The journey is a 2.5 – 3 hrs ride to visit the smallest town on earth from Brussels.

The signboard at the Durbuy Pont Bus Stop may not look presentable but the information written on it is valuable if someone wants to know more about the public transport info.

Tourist Information about Durbuy

The Durbuy Office Communal of Tourisme agenda has events and things to do in Durbuy throughout the year. You can consult their official website during the period that you will be going. The Syndicat d’Initiative Durbuy Vieille Ville also has a lot of useful tourist information that you can check.

For the next two posts, follow me to explore 10 Impressive Durbuy Hotels to Stay and 12 Chic Restaurants to Keep Your Stomach Happy. I will show you where to eat and the estimated cost of staying in a hotel in Durbuy to keep your budget under control if you know the cost beforehand.

Durbuy Accommodation

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Durbuy Restaurants Travel Guide

Where to eat in Durbuy Belgium restaurant? In this third part of the Durbuy Travel Guide, I will show you the gastronomic experience of dining in a Durbuy restaurant and the estimated cost. Some restaurants are recommended by Michelin Guide 2017. You can refer to ideas on 20 Best Things to Do in Durbuy and 10 Impressive Hotels to Stay in Durbuy.

Durbuy 1331 Signboard

There are many food signages outside several restaurants in Durbuy which have the imprint heading “Durbuy 1331”. 1331 was the year which John I, Count of Luxemburg, and King of Bohemia declared Durbuy as a city. Before the declaration, Durbuy was a prominent hub for commerce and trade during the medieval time. 1331 was widely used and marketed as a remembrance of the significant change in Durbuy during that year.

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12 Chic Durbuy Restaurant for a Gastronomic Experience in Belgium

Disclaimer: As with each changing season in Belgium, the food menu offered in a Durbuy restaurant may or may not be the same. Similarly, the array of food presented might affect the price below. The rate stated in this article is correct at the time of writing. 

① Le Fou du Roy

Le Fou du Roy is the only restaurant located inside the Durbuy Castle, for a magical moment in the heart of the smallest city in the world. The decoration has a soft and romantic atmosphere. You can relax on a terrace away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre of Durbuy.

It serves traditional French cuisine yet refined with Italian influences. A 3-course meal costs €35. Le Fou du Roy restaurant also offers “Becky’s Breakfast” from 7.30 to 11 am. You can take the breakfast package at €11 or simply grab a croissant, muffin or cake with coffee or tea of your choice.

A 3-course meal costs €35. The restaurant also offers “Becky’s Breakfast” from 7.30 to 11 am. You can take the breakfast package at €11 or simply grab a croissant, muffin or cake with coffee or tea of your choice.

Michelin Guide 2017
This small house is just a hop from the bridge and nestles at the foot of the castle, of which it was formerly an outhouse. The menu alternates between tradition and modernity, all at reasonable prices. Decorated in an exuberant flea market style, it also offers a terrace. Crayfish festival in summer.

② Le Clos des Récollets

The chef and his team promise a gastronomic experience that you will never forget at Le Clos des Récollets. A 3-course menu costs €35 and €55 with a selection of wine. It has an indoor restaurant and a shaded terrace that can accommodate up to 40 people.

Michelin Guide 2017
The picturesque charm of Durby is fully echoed in this delightful restaurant with a superb terrace. The cuisine, firmly anchored in classical techniques, occasionally delves into a more modern repertory. Each dish is a skilful association of flavours. Stay overnight to finish your meal in style.

③ Le Sanglier des Ardennes

Hotel-Restaurant Sanglier des Ardennes restaurant has one of the best locations in the heart of Durbuy. If dining in a vibrant atmosphere is what you are looking for, you have come to the right place. There are 3 types of set menu – Gastronomic Menu €65, Discovery Menu €125, Lunch Menu €35. Wines are charged at a different rate for each set of proposed menu.

Sanglier des Ardennes offers caviar €80 as an appetiser which might not be found in other restaurants. Something that caught my attention. They also offer King Crab €34 as another of their starter for seafood lovers.

Michelin Guide 2017
This hotel-restaurant received a facelift in 2011, but its successful formula has remained intact. It has a classic foundation, attentive service, a fine wine cellar, a collection of armagnacs – and on the hotel side – it is bright and comfortable. There is also a wellness area, a bar and a brasserie.

④ La Bru’sserie

Another restaurant located in the Hotel-Restaurant Sanglier des Ardennes, La Bru’sserie is serving Tapas and Sharing Food. Perfect for those who want to do away with eating the main course once in a while and have some small bites. The tapas has a few regional specialities – Provence, South America, Spain, Asia and Classical. Price range from €8 to €18 for the Tapas range. 4 and 6-course menu are available respectively at €45 and €70.

⑤ La Canette

Established more than 30 years, La Canette presents traditional cuisine and changes their menu seasonally. Priced at €33 for a 2-course dining – starter and a main course only. La Canette also offers a “pink room” (La Chambre Rose) above the restaurant overlooking the vegetation. The room rental is €85/night for 2 pax. You can reserve it by sending them an email.

⑥ Jean de Bohême

Jean de Bohême is a Durbuy hotel-restaurant that serves a 3-course dining at €37. There are five selections from the starters and the main course that you can choose from the menu. There are also plenty of choices for à la carte menu if you prefer that. Kid’s menu starts from €7.50 for Bolognese Pasta to €12 for Steak Salad and Chips. Their dessert offer is as much as their main course. I spotted my favourite dessert – Moelleux with Chocolate Black – Ice Caramel Salted Butter €10.00.

⑦ Le Vieux Pont

Hotel-Restaurant Le Vieux Pont is in a prominent location in the centre of Durbuy and beside the Tourist Office. It has a full spread of menu with a lot of choices of food and drinks under each category. One can consult the food menu online including the type of drinks they have. Set menu has an attractive price range from €19 to €24. Kid’s menu has three choices available for €13 at Le Vieux Pont. You can reserve the dinner online in advance.

⑧ La Ferme au Chêne

For beer lovers, stop by at Durbuy only local brewery La Ferme au Chêne. Other than drinking beer, the restaurant has a Seasonal Set Menu €33, Set Menu de La Ferme au Chêne €19 and a Kid’s Menu €9 for children below 12 years old. For groups comprising of minimum 12 adults and children, there are four options of the set menu at €19.50/pax. It also has a wide variety of food to choose from and side dishes to complement their beer. All their sauces are home-made. A great place to drink beer and savour their cuisine.

⑨ La Piazza

If you have a craving for pizza, swing to La Piazza restaurant for the traditional wood-fired pizzas. Known to have the best pizza in town, the thin and crispy crust with the generous topping will leave you wanting for more. As one of the owners is a vegetarian, it would be an excellent choice of restaurant for vegetarians too. Found beside Hotel Wellness and beside a slope, the rustic styled La Piazza has a mesmerising view overlooking Durbuy town for patrons who sit outside the restaurant.

⑩ Eau de Roche Restaurant

Restaurant Eau de Roche in Hotel Wellness has warm and contemporary colours setting. Set Menu comes in €25, €29 and €35 and the choice of food is limited. For the health conscious, you get more variety of salad here compared to some other restaurants. À la carte menu offers a lot of selections. Moreover, their food menu has a lower price overall for those with a tighter budget.

⑪ La Vieille Demeure

If you just want to get dessert or grab some small bites, go to La Vieille Demeure which has a serene atmosphere. The restaurant specialises in the famous Belgian dessert and snacks since 1971. You can get ice cream, pancakes, salad and sandwiches. Not forgetting the famous Belgian waffles which you can savour in the quiet surrounding while admiring the tranquil medieval town.

⑫ Boucherie Serge Bodson

Believe me. This pig has been outside Traiteur Boucherie Bodson Serge for quite some time. Even Pinterest and Google have the same piggy images spilling all over the shop. Since the pig is so well-liked, surely you would like to have one photo of it for memory as well.

The shop sells not only charcuterie but also bread in 2009 ever since the last bakers in the village retired. It has been a success till date. Over here, you can also buy paninis and sandwiches for as low as €2.50.

Other things that you can purchase are well-known traditional cheeses and artisanal cheeses such as “Le Chèvre Frais d’Ozo”, “Le Petit Moressée”, “Le Petit Rossé” and “Le Doré de Lathuy”. The one cheese to bring home is the “Le Durbuy“. The flagship product is the ‘salaison’ which is the salted meat in different kind of flavours.

Durbuy Accommodation

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Durbuy Hotel Travel Guide

Where to stay in Durbuy? Simply a day trip of a few hours might not be enough for those who want to do more in the Durbuy town. If you are worried about burning a hole in your pocket, there are also budget hotels in Durbuy if you know where to find it. The hotel room rate can go as low as €50 to €70 per room for two people in a lovely hotel over the weekday. Not that expensive, right?

In the previous post, I have mentioned about 20 Best Things to do in Durbuy Belgium. The 20th activity was to stay overnight in a Durbuy hotel. Since I have given you several Durbuy travel tips, there are so many things you can do and explore in the world smallest city in Belgium. Check out the link if you want to know how to go to Durbuy by public transport.

Surely for those who are into a more luxurious stay in a Durbuy hotel and would like to have some spa or pleasure in a Jacuzzi, you are not forgotten. Find out what’s in store for you below. In the next post, I will recommend you 12 Chic Restaurants to Dine and to Keep Your Stomach Happy.

Customised Google Maps – Durbuy Belgium Travel Guide

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10 Impressive Durbuy Hotels

Disclaimer: Hotel rate might change with every season, festive period and school holiday. The Durbuy hotel tariff stated in this article is correct at the time of writing. You have to verify the hotel price again before booking.

① Le Sanglier des Ardennes

Hotel-Restaurant Le Sanglier des Ardennes was the first prominent hotel that we saw upon arriving in Durbuy. It is located prominently in the heart of the medieval town having an excellent view of the city centre.

First established in 1946, this hotel has been passed down for three generations. The hotel has undergone a major renovation recently since its time. Hotel Sanglier des Ardennes has 4 types of rooms under its wing – Tradition Room, Superior Room, Junior Suite and Jacuzzi Suite. It has a total of 17 rooms and 2 suites.

Price range starts from €130 for a Tradition Room and €200 for a Jacuzzi Suite. The hotel also has a Durbuy Wellness Centre for those who like to pamper themselves in the spa and exclusive face and body treatments. The Restaurant Sanglier des Ardennes is recommended by Michelin Guide 2017.

② Le Vieux Pont Hotel

Newly renovated in 2011, Le Vieux Pont Hotel is also in the heart of Durbuy. A traditional touch of the 18th century stone house of Le Vieux Pont Hotel on the exterior juxtaposes with an ultra-modern design in the hotel creating a brilliant effect for the guests.

Rooms are lit with a glowing blue light to create a relaxed atmosphere and stimulating melatonin production to make you sleep better. The hotel room rate for two starts from €70. Breakfast costs €15 per pax. For a range of dining options at Le Vieux Pont restaurant, check out the page.

③ Hotel Wellness – Eau de Roche

Hotel Wellness – Eau de Roche is ideal for people who like to have relaxing wellness stay in a Durbuy hotel. The hotel provides pampering treatment like wellness area, face and body care, massages and a 29℃ indoor swimming pool in a Zen setting.

There are two types of room themes – Rock Water and Court Side. Both themes have different choices of room to suit your needs. Note that the hotel rate below may not have access to the sauna, hammam, infrared cabin unless the use of the service is inclusive in the Hotel Wellness offer. Please check with the hotel again.

The Rock Water theme has large windows which you can wake up to a scenic view. The hotel tariff starts from €140 per room for two people for Rock Water Theme. The Court Side hotel is a more budget choice for those who want to watch their pocket. The rate starts at €70 per room for two people. All the rates are inclusive of buffet breakfast.

Tips: At the side road of the Hotel Wellness, guests can go for a 1-km short walk in the Durbuy nature trail. You can check out the customised Google Maps in another post which we have tried it.

④ Le Gîtes des Crêtes

On the way to the nature trail in the forest, we saw a holiday lodging house – Le Gîte des Crêtes. There are a total of three bedrooms in which six people can stay. For those who like to BBQ, the house has a terrace with barbeque and garden furniture.

As the house is on the hilltop, the scenery is splendid and has an unblocked view of nature. Beware that since Le Gîte des Crêtes is at a higher altitude, so expect some walking on the slopes to go up and down to the Durbuy town if it does not bore you or make you tired.

The lowest rental cost starts from €250 for midweek, €430 for the weekend and €480 for a week stay during low peak season. The rental prices fluctuate during different months of the year. There are also more costs which you have to pay.

⑤ Hotel Jean de Bohême

Hotel Jean de Bohême offers 26 comfortable rooms and suites that are renovated in January 2017. The hotel has an elevator which serves all their rooms. Their guests love the elegant and romantic room furnishing. There is open fire both in the rooms and in the bar too.

There are 3 types of rooms in Hotel Jean de Bohême – Standard, L and XL rooms. The Standard Room is at the back of the hotel in a quiet location. The “L” room has a view of Durbuy. Three “XL” rooms have a view of the square and suitable for families due to their ample space.

Hotel tariff starts from €109/night for two people on the weekday for a Standard room and up to €249/night for an “XL” room over a weekend. They have a golf package for their rooms too. All their quoted hotel rates are inclusive of breakfast. Private parking is available.

Hotel Jean de Bohême is taken over by La Petite Merveille Group which is also one of the major players in organising activities in Durbuy under the name Adventure Valley. If you want to find adventurous and fun things to do in Durbuy, check out the link.

⑥ Hotel Des Comtes Durbuy

Dated from 1862, Hôtel Des Comtes Durbuy has a magnificent view to die for based on my last visit impression. That would be my first choice as I fell in love with it at first sight. Located along River Ourthe in a quiet surrounding, what’s not better than to wake up with fresh air from nature and perhaps the crisp sound of the river flow?

There is a total of 8 rooms in Hôtel Des Comtes. Four of them are suite rooms with full bathroom, telephone, TV and internet access. Hotel tariff starts from €95 for two in a Standard Room (17m²) and €340 for six people in a Family Suite (84m²). Guests can expect to have breakfast for their room reservation.

With the expansion of Hôtel des Comtes in April 2010, their spacious Family Suite can accommodate up to six people. It has a large living room, 2 double bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. A convertible double sofa bed enables two more people to sleep in the living room. The hotel is suited for people with limited mobility too. Free private parking is available. Furry creatures are not allowed into Hôtel des Comtes.

⑦ Le Clos Des Récollets

One Durbuy hotel, Le Clos des Récollets is an old farm that has borrowed its name from the monks of Durbuy. It then turned into a hotel-restaurant ever since. The hotel is not near to the Ourthe but inside the cobbled stone town. It has a mesmerising cottage-style allure that would make one stop to take a second look.

With a tranquil surrounding, Le Clos des Récollets rooms are modern and clean-looking with a white setting. Hotel tariff starts from €110 for two pax per night, €142 for three pax and up to four people per room at €175. Breakfast costs €12.50 per person with homemade jams and local hams.

The restaurant in Le Clos des Récollets is recommended by Michelin Guide 2017. Hence, they package gastronomic experiences in their room booking too. Dogs are not allowed in the hotel. Covered parking is €10/night with a maximum height of 2.05 m.

⑧ La Petite Maison

La Petite Maison is a captivating guesthouse in Durbuy furnished in a country style constructed between Durbuy Castle and Saint-Nicolas Church. It is equipped with a double bed and a single bed in the mezzanine. Do note that the ladder access to the area is quite stiff.

One noteworthy point is that the rooms still have a traditional open fireplace. Other facilities include a shower room with separate toilet, central heating, TV, a small fridge, a microwave, an electric kettle, a toaster and crockery. The Price ranges from €50 on weekdays and €150 over the weekends for up to 3 pax. Check-in time is 2 pm unless you have made pre-arrangement with the owner.

⑨ Hotel Côté Cour Durbuy

I would not recommend you to eat at Hotel-Restaurant Côté Cour due to our disappointing dining experience with the restaurant on our last trip to Durbuy. However, to be fair, the prime location of the hotel for staying overnight in Durbuy is worth mentioning. It is indeed a charming hotel with a glass-panel on the exterior in the middle of the Durbuy town.

You are a few steps away from Place aux Foires which has the busiest spot in Durbuy especially when there is a Christmas Market taking place in November and December yearly. The hotel has 25 rooms and 4-room types. The lowest is €70 for a Standard Room on a weekday to €120 on a pricier weekend for a Suite Studio.

⑩ Hôtel La Librairie

Hôtel la Librairie offers 8 chic rooms and a terrace overlooking the River Ourthe, Le Parc des Topiaires and the castle of Durbuy. Ask for a fan in the bedroom during warm weather as there is no aircon. Hôtel la Librairie has dark enough blinds to ensure minimum disturbance from the first light. The free Wi-Fi signal is strong and has good connectivity.

Parking is free but may pose a challenge to people who have physical disabilities as there is staircase access to it. The hotel room rate per night for two is from €89 to €95 and includes breakfast. The hotel location is near to bustling streets. Hence, you may hear outside noise occasionally.

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Nightlife Durbuy

Unfortunately, Backstage Club located at Rue du Comte Théodule d’Ursel 3 has closed permanently. Perhaps, you could find a new discotheque in the same location.

Here is a bonus for you if you are staying overnight in a Durbuy hotel and wondering how to kill time at night. There is an entertainment outlet, Backstage Club which has discotheque and karaoke. It operates on Monday and Thursday to Saturday from 22:00h. It closes at 05:00h on Friday and Saturday night. Otherwise, Backstage will close at 03:00h. With this discotheque and karaoke to blast your lungs away, who says Durbuy is boring in the evening?

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