AUBERGE DU VIEUX CÈDRE: ENJOY THE FORCE OF WATER AT THE HEART OF BELGIUM

© Auberge du Vieux Cèdre

© OPT / J.L. Flemal

© OPT / J.L. Flemal

© OPT / J.L. Flemal

Booking :

Auberge du Vieux Cèdre
Avenue Elisabeth, 1
7850 ENGHIEN

Tel.:+32 (0) 2 397 13 00

Fax:+32 (0) 2 397 13 19

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You will experience the historic Central Canal, whose hydraulic boat-lifts are the only ones still in use in the world, and recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Fall under the spell of the bygone charm of these technological works of art, which allow canal boats to go up or down a 17m change of level, all powered by water alone. Visit one of the machine rooms, where your guide will help you appreciate how these timeless machines work. Either the day before or after your visit, enjoy the charm and the flower-beds of the Enghien Park.

Comment:

This package is an exclusive offer from our brochure Escapades Wallonia. Download or order it on the OPT website!
You will find all the necessary information for booking and the coupons allowing you to benefit from the special rate mentioned on this page.

All inclusive rate per person € 70:
- 1 overnight stay sharing a "grand confort" double room.
- 1 breakfast.
- 1 free aperitif if you take lunch or dinner in the restaurant (meal not included).
- 1 entry ticket to the Enghien Park (186ha).
- 1 entry ticket to the "Pays des Génies" exhibition.


Package available every day the park and exhibition are open.
Single supplement: € 30
Reservation code: Escapades 2010.

Extra information:

Where do I sleep?
We will reserve you one of the new, three-star "grand confort" double rooms at L'Auberge du Vieux Cèdre. For a virtual tour of the hotel, please de website of L'Auberge du Vieux Cèdre.

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