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Fourneau Saint-Michel - Museum of Walloon Rural Life and Iron museum

The Fourneau St-Michel is a remarkable architectural ensemble in the heart of the Ardennes forest. It is dedicated to the architecture and way of life of the Ardennes of yesteryear. A museum and buildings also testify to the iron industry in the 18th century. Houses, farms, a school and a chapel were transferred to a park with great scientific rigour to testify to the traditional rural architecture of southern Wallonia. An exceptional blast furnace from the 18th century bears witness to the early iron and steel industry. It was built by the last abbot of St-Hubert, Dom Nicolas Spirlet. You can also enjoy the recreational and culinary aspects of this rejuvenating site, as there is a playground at the heart of the estate. The site is also of undeniable importance for the flora and fauna of our region, with a wide variety of species.

Reception

From 1 March to 30 November: weekends, holidays and school holidays from 9.30am to 5pm (6pm in July and August).

Guided tours are still available during the week by reservation.

March to June, September to November: Tuesday to Sunday from 9.30am to 5pm and Monday if it falls on a public holiday.

July and August: every day from 9.30am to 5.30pm

Musée de la Vie rurale en Wallonie: From February 26 to November 3, closed on Mondays (except public holidays), from 9.30am to 5pm.

Iron Museum: From February 26 to November 3, weekends only, public holidays and school holidays, 9.30am to 5pm.