Anderlues

#766 among destinations in Belgium

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Anderlues is a charming town located in the Wallonie region of Belgium, known for its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and warm hospitality. Situated near the French border, Anderlues offers visitors a unique blend of French and Belgian culture, making it a fascinating destination for travelers seeking an authentic European experience.

One of the most iconic landmarks in Anderlues is the Eglise Saint-Medard, a stunning Gothic-style church that dates back to the 16th century. Visitors can admire its intricate architectural details and learn about the town's religious heritage while exploring the church's interior. The church also hosts regular cultural events and music concerts, providing a glimpse into the local arts scene.

For nature enthusiasts, Anderlues is surrounded by lush countryside and rolling hills, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking. The nearby Bois de la Houssiere forest is a popular spot for nature walks and birdwatching, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

In addition to its natural beauty, Anderlues is also home to a vibrant culinary scene, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bistros serving up delicious Belgian and French cuisine. Visitors can indulge in traditional dishes such as moules frites (mussels and fries), waffles, and chocolate, while sipping on locally brewed beers or fine wines.

History buffs will appreciate Anderlues' historical museums and heritage sites, including the Maison de la Poterie, a former pottery workshop that now showcases the town's ceramic and pottery-making traditions. The museum offers guided tours and hands-on workshops, allowing visitors to learn about the town's craftsmanship and artistic heritage.

Alternative names: Population: 12.3 thous.Area: 6.57 mi²Coordinates: 50°24'28"N, 4°16'55"E

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Nearby attractions include: Musée royal de Mariemont, Beffroi, Château de Fontaine-l'Évêque, Château de Trazegnies.

4.7 miNW
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Musée royal de Mariemont, Morlanwelz
120 min walk • The Royal Museum of Mariemont is a museum situated in Mariemont, near Morlanwelz, in Belgium. It is constituted around the personal collection of art and antiquities owned by the industrialist Raoul Warocqué which were bequeathed to the Belgian state on his death.
4.7 miS
, Entertainment, Historical place
Beffroi, Thuin
120 min walk • The Belfry of Thuin is a historic building in the Belgian city of Thuin. Although historically attached to a church, the bell tower has also become a municipal tower, the only belfry of the Principality of Liège.
1.9 miE
Forts and castles
Château de Fontaine-l'Évêque, Fontaine-l'Évêque
49 min walk • Fontaine-l'Évêque Castle is a castle in Fontaine-l'Évêque, province of Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium.
4.3 miNE
Restored fort from the Middle Ages
Château de Trazegnies, Courcelles
109 min walk • Trazegnies Castle is a castle located in Trazegnies, Courcelles in the Belgian province of Hainaut.
4.9 miE
Forts and castles
Château Bilquin de Cartier, Charleroi
126 min walk • Cartier Castle is a château in Marchienne-au-Pont, a district of Charleroi, in the province of Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium.
4.6 miS
Museum
ASVi museum, Thuin
119 min walk • The ASVi is a tramway museum in Thuin in Belgium, which specialises in the history of the Belgian narrow gauge Vicinal system. The museum includes an operating museum tram line which runs from Thuin to Lobbes.
4.7 miSE
Area
Montigny-le-Tilleul, Charleroi
120 min walk • Montigny-le-Tilleul is a municipality of Wallonia located in the province of Hainaut, Belgium. On January 1, 2006, Montigny-le-Tilleul had a total population of 10,205.
4.5 miNW
Park
Mariemont
116 min walk • Mariemont, also Morlanwelz-Mariemont, is a former royal estate and hunting park in Belgium, created in the 16th century by Mary of Hungary, from whom it took its name. It was reconstructed several times through the centuries before being finally destroyed in 1794.
4.3 miE
Forts and castles
Château de Monceau, Charleroi
111 min walk • The castle of Monceau-sur-Sambre is a listed monument located in Monceau-sur-Sambre, a section of the Belgian city of Charleroi, in the province of Hainaut.
7.2 miNW
Canal lock,
Canal du Centre - Ascenseur n° 1, La Louvière
184 min walk • The lifts on the Canal du Centre are a series of four hydraulic boat lifts near the town of La Louvière in Belgium which are classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
6.1 miNE
Church
Notre-Dame de Heigne, Charleroi
155 min walk • The Notre-Dame de Heigne chapel is a Romanesque and Gothic Catholic religious building, located in Heigne, today a suburb of the city of Charleroi in Belgium. Dating from the twelfth century in its oldest parts, the chapel was that of a former...