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 Castle of Vêves
This medieval castle near Dinant, although not huge, is particularily picturesque -- as is the nearby village of Celles and its old Romanseque church. Veves was already a fief of Pepin de Herstal in the 8th century. The Beaufort family (see Spontin) built the present castle, made of a dungeon and six towers, in 1410 on the top of rock formation, giving it an air of fairy tale like few others. The inner courtyard has a contrasting early 18th century facade and is flanked by a half-timbered two-storey gallery. The interior of the castle is as worthwhile as the outside, with a collection of refined furniture dating from the late Middle Ages to the 18th century. The castle is the property of the Counts of Liedekerke-Beaufort, descendants of the Lords of Beaufort. The castle is open from April to October, from 10am to 6pm (until 5pm in April and October). Closed on Mondays, except in July and August or national holidays. Entry is 5 euro for adults and 3 euro for children. How to get thereVeves is located near the village of Celles, on the N94 between Dinant and Ciergnon. You will need your own wheels to get there.
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