Bibliotheca Wittockiana is the only museum in the world that's focused on the art of bookbinding. This unique museum shows how bookbinding has evolved from the Renaissance to modern times. See rare antique books and their unique covers The museum also has rotating exhibitions on related subjects and you can even take a bookbinding workshop. Since this museum is focused on books, naturally it has an impressive onsite library.
A popular water-sports destination, the Donkmeer is a scenic lake in the provinces of East Flanders. Around the water, one can enjoy some scenic hiking and cycling trips around the lake. There are many restaurants and taverns nearby where one can sample seafood. From April to September, one can enjoy weekly local markets held here on Sundays. All in all, a visit to the lake is perfect for a day out with friends and family.
Dating back to the late 12th Century, the Écaussinnes-Lalaing Castle of Belgium is a well preserved historical and architectural monument. It is family owned even today but is open to visitors who can view its in-house museum, bedroom, armory, jail, kitchen and bedroom still furnished with original medieval furniture. Open from April to October for individuals and families, the castle invites groups to visit its premises in the off-season by appointments only.
Located on the same address of the famous fictional boy hero Tintin, the Musée Hergé in Wallonia is a highly popular tourist attraction. Built at a cost of 15 million euros and housed in a modern architectural masterpiece, the museum details the life and works of Georges Remi (Hergé) and showcases the different themes and places of his famous franchise in nine different exhibitions rooms. Visitor favorites include Professor Calculus's very own laboratory, temporary exhibitions with themes on each book and a mini cinema with documentaries on the author and clips of the Tintin animated series. A must visit if you are a fan of the books.
Located in the city of Anderlecht, the National Museum of the Resistance showcases a dark yet important period of Belgian history during World War II. Displays of pictures, documents, newspaper clippings, weapons, machinery and other artifacts can be seen which show the Belgian resistance in both World Wars along with details on German occupation of the country, Holocaust and Prisoner of War deportations.
For all plant lovers out there Kruidtuin is a must visit. The botanical garden houses a variety of plants, herbs, and more. The garden was established for the medical students of the University of Louvain in 1738, and is now open for tourists to visit. There is also a greenhouse, and the garden landscape is beautiful. The greens are ideal to stroll about and enjoy quality time. The garden hosts exhibitions regularly. Reservations are required for group visits. Pets are not allowed.