Durbuy
Known as 'the smallest city in the world', this fairy-tale town combines cobbled lanes along the Ourthe River, a castle and a park of more than 250 topiary sculptures.
Durbuy was granted city rights in 1331. With only a few hundred residents, it has kept its city status, which is why it is called the smallest city in the world. The old town's stone houses are compact, and its lanes are lined with restaurants, jam shops and little beer bars. The castle by the Ourthe River is privately owned. The topiary park has more than 250 animal and human figures clipped from boxwood, and admission is about 6 euros. Across the river, the 'Rafe' rock folds are a geological wonder. In summer, you can kayak on the Ourthe. Durbuy is about 50 km from Dinant, roughly 50 minutes by car, making it suitable for a day trip or an overnight stay.
Opening hours
Open all day; tree sculpture park about 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Nearby sights
- La Roche-en-Ardenne
- Rochefort & Grotte de Lorette
- Caves of Han-sur-Lesse & Wildlife Park
- Euro Space Center
- Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne
- Redu Book Village
- Celles
- Château de Vêves