Gîtes du Châtelet de Barbençon

Barbençon ... Close to the French border, Barbençon is one of the prettiest villages in Wallonie. The surrounding countryside has plenty to offer: a rich cultural heritage, a colorful folklore, its medieval and Napoleonic history, and of course Belgian gastronomy. Whether you are in for sightseeing (Thuin, Chimay, Abbey of Aulnes, ...) or for outdoor activities (hiking, (mountain)biking, fishing, water sports, ...), Barbençon is the ideal starting point. Our rentals "Aux Trois Lions" (9 people) and, by the summer, "La Couronne d'Or" (2/4 people), "L'Ecu d'Argent" (5/6 people) et "La Chambre des Pairs" (4/6 people) draw on the local medieval patrimony to offer you a unique experience in all seasons.

The Gatehouse ... In the XIIIth century, the Gatehouse of Barbençon was guarding the entrance of a mighty castle. Its lords were respected within the entire Province and beyond, and their influence was large and far reaching. Seven centuries later, only part of the medieval walls and the Gatehouse itself remains. The Gatehouse was transformed in the first part of the XXth century and has been used as rentals and vacation houses ever since.