Following in the footsteps of Albert Raty, Maries Howet, Guillaume Edeline and Pierre Clouet, many artists have been drawn to the basin of the Semois, attracted by the beauty of its river views and landscapes and by the architecture of its ancient castles, churches, chapels and farms.  Bertrix, for example, has an active cultural centre, and a number of art galleries and workshops display the work of local artists and craftsmen.

Bouillon and its environs enjoy a fine architectural and archaeological heritage, with the Chateau Fort of Bouillon as the most obviously outstanding feature.  But Bertrix, Paliseul and indeed Bouillon itself also possess many other houses, structures and religious works, illustrative of a rich past.

Bouillon intertwines this history and with an enticing access to nature. Several natural sites have been listed.  Large sections of the Semois and the stream 'Les Aleines' are part of the recently established network 'Natura 2000'.  Along its footpaths you can encounter babbling brooks, superb open views, ancient and remarkable trees, rocks, caves and pastures.

Its folk traditions recollect the history and the religious sentiments that have flowed through these beautiful surroundings.