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Green Belgium
Belgium is a peaceful country where harmony with nature is present in the cities and countrysides. Brussels and its surrounding areas have more green areas than any other European capital, with numerous parks and the magnificent Soignes Forest. The southern, French-speaking part of the country, often referred to as the Ardennes, forms the country's "green lung" for its woods, nature reserves and network of rivers.
This commitment to the environment goes beyond parks and forests. Members of the tourism industry, be it hotels, guest houses, bed & breakfasts or visitor attractions, are working hard to sustain the Belgian environment. Over the last year, carbon dioxide emissions in Belgium were down 17%, more than in any other country in Europe, and the number of solar power installations quadrupled. Not that we are bragging...
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| Some ideas for walk : Brussels and its closest surroundings form one of the cities with the most green areas per inhabitant |
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Eco Edibles Every Wednesday, "Le Marche Bio" (green market) at the Place Sainte Catherine sells organic and locally-produced food between 7:30 am and 3:00 pm |
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| House stories : An Art deco building renovated in using the most recent ecological knowledge. Received the price of "batiment exemplaire" from the Brussels region for having use eco-friendly renovation technique in a preserve monument. |
| Organic Accommodations in French Speaking Wallonia |
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The requirements for Panda accommodations were created by the WWF in collaboration with the associations for regional tourism and are as follows:
There is 18 "Panda Stay" |
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This accommodation has to be located in an active farm where "biological" agriculture is practiced or at least where "working methods with respect for the environment" are used. The suggested activities are a means to discover this agriculture, as well as quality products. |
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Gîtes or Guest Rooms "Nature Discovery Activity" Located in a region where nature is privileged, it valorises the richness and the diversity of the natural heritage in respect of the environment. The lodger can do various leisure activities linked to the discovery of the surrounding nature. The owner will suggest at least three discovery activities, one of which at least at personal initiative. The other activities may be organised by the local authorities or, for example, by a nature guide |
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Original accommodation in a real indian tipi or in a typical chalet. A choice of 30 accommodations from 6 to 63 persons. |
| Museum Shops, Museum Food - where food meets Art! |
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Musical Instruments Museum (MIM) On the top of this Art Nouveau style museum you will find a restaurant with one of the most beautiful views of Brussels. |
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Situated in the Fine Arts Museum, you have the choice between the ‘Museum Cafe’ and the ‘Museum Brasserie’. |
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Where visitors discover the major historical periods of Belgium by means of numerous historical documents, and where they can relax in a new cafe. |
| Date | Brussels Events |
| August 2010 | Around the green walk : The festive and multicultural event "Around the Green Walk" allows all inhabitants of Brussels to meet to discover the beautiful trips in our capital city. On the agenda: bike and walking trips, followed by a giant picnic in a convivial and musical atmosphere. Everybody is welcome! |
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September 16-22 |
European Week of Sustainable Mobility: A week filled with festivities concerning sustainable mobility. This year's European theme "Reclaiming streets for people" wants to return the streets to the citizens. |
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September 19 |
European Day - A Sunday Without Car: This event takes place all over Europe. No cars are allowed in the city center from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. The area is only accessible by bike, public transport or on foot. |
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September 20-26 |
Slow Food Meetings : Chefs, independant food and drink producers, local shops, both professionals and amateurs, offer special menus promoting 'good, clean and fair' food and share their experience, passion and know-how |
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October 15-17
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Fair for Alternative, Ethical and Fair Tourism: International and interactive fair for ethical and responsible tourism in Brussels. |
| Date | Events in French Speaking Wallonia |
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July 9-11
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LaSemo Festival (Hotton): "Green" festival with biodegradable cups and ecological soap. The participants who leave they car at home and use their bike or public transports to go to the festival will have free entrance at the camping site. |
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July 23-26
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Fair of Libramont : the agricultural, forestry and agri-food Fair of Libramont is a huge open-air exhibition and a true showcase for the rural world all its many shapes and forms (machinery, livestock breeding, forestry, the agri-food industry, horticulture, study, research, education, culture and more). It is unequalled throughout Europe |
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August 7-8
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Euro Nature (Saint-Hubert): The objective of this event is to gather all the visitors and users of the forest. Sportsmen, hunters, ecologists and wood companies get to know and respect one another. |
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August 29
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Forest Festival (Assesse): 70 craftsmen of wood in action. Cultural exhibitions, sculptors with chain saws, transport by draught horses, sawmill in operation, riding schools and activities for children. |
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September 4-5
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International Hunting and Nature Days (Saint-Hubert): A great historic procession has been taking place for over 40 years with concert, the blessing of the animals, and high mass. |
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September 19
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Autumn Festival (Dochamps): With numerous fun activities in the park, an exposition and a guided walk on the theme mushrooms by Jean-Marie Hamoir, reputed mycologist. |
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October 16-17 |
Week-end of the forest : This event wants to raise awareness among the large public on the forest and wood by means of educational, playful, festive, recreational and artistic initiatives |
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November 26-29
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Energy & Habitat Fair (Namur): Exhibition on energetic efficiency and sustainable construction. Discover solutions to improve the energy in any building: solar energy, ventilation, energy audit, windows... |
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November 2010
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Day of the Tree (Wallonia): Tree of the year - the viburnum. Numerous fun activities including distribution of plants, exchange of ligneous plants, information booths and bars with samples of regional products. |
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2011 Events |
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March 2011
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Bois & Habitat Fair (Namur): It is the larges European fair for constructions, renovations, interior and exterior decorations and renewable energy. |
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April 8-10
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Garden Fair (Enghien): This event for flower and garden lovers takes place on the grounds of the beautiful Castle of Enghien. Over 130 exhibitors will display their beautiful flowers. In the castle itself there will be conferences, floral workshops and scrap booking workshops. |
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May 2011
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Chlorophyll Festival (Dochamps): Activities for children, storyteller, folklore, crafts, Ardennes music and dances, hunting horns, gastronomy. |
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May 2011 |
Zinneke Parade: A great example of a famous Brussels procession composed with hundreds of floats all made with reprocessed materials. |
