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Activities to do in and around Walloon Brabant
Activities to do in and around Walloon Brabant
Realign your senses with nature in the heart of the Sonian Forest. Take part in our many leisure and relaxation activities on site or nearby in Walloon-Brabant right outside Brussels.
Relax on the pool terrace. Discover the Solvay Park and the Folon Foundation on foot or by bike, or take one of the other routes starting from the hotel. We offer recreational activities for everyone, such as a fitness trail in the forest, tennis, pétanque, basketball and badminton. Below you will find an overview of our selection.
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Embark on a 2-wheeled adventure through the Sonian Forest. If you take your own bike, you can store it for free in our secure and covered bike storage. You can also rent bikes per 2-hour session at the hotel reception:
- Bike: €10
- Electric bike: €30
We invite you to discover the good habits to adopt before going for a ride:
A healthy forest bath
Experience the joy of walking through a living forest, with your senses alert and your mind at rest.
The Sonian Forest, partly classified as a UNESCO World Heritage and Natura 2000 Site , covers 5,000 hectares and is full of treasures that will delight nature lovers. This complex natural environment is not only beneficial to humans, but also to many plants and animals, as well as to the soil and the climate. However, this ecosystem is fragile. Find out what to do before you go out for a walk.
Whether you are exploring or doing sports, discover our routes starting from the hotel on the borders of Walloon Brabant, Brussels and Flemish Brabant.
Enjoy your stroll!
All Around Wellness & Relaxation
Indoor Pool - Take a swim in our indoor pool heated at 28°C
Opening hours
Pool: 7am - 11pm every day
Hammam & Sauna:
- Monday to Thursday from 7am to 9pm
- Friday from 7am to 10pm
- Saturday & Sunday from 6am to 10pm
To guarantee your comfort, access to this area is limited to 30 people per 1 hour session only under reservation.
We invite you to preserve the serenity of our wellness area for your own peace of mind and that of others.
FREE for residential guests until check-out every day
FREE for guests with a spa treatment at the Cinq Mondes spa the same day only valid on weekdays (public holidays and school holidays excluded)
€25 for external guests from Monday until Friday under reservation (50% for kids under 12 years old)
- In order to give the opportunity to everyone to take advantage of this area, we ask you to only book one session per day during the weekend and on public holidays
- Swimwear is mandatory, even in the sauna and hammam
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All children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent.
- Every day from 6 pm, it is reserved exclusively for adults (over 16) in order to ensure perfect relaxation.
- Non-residential guests will have a locker at their disposal in the cloakroom
- We would like to inform you that our Wellness Center will be closed for maintenance:
- 1/08 until 9am
- 4/07, 5/09, 3/10, 7/11, 5/12 until 13pm
A prestigious kingdom
After an invigorating walk in the heart of the Sonian forest, contemplate the sumptuous Château de La Hulpe at the top of a green meadow ideal for picnics. Once you have reached the castle, admire its perfectly symmetrical formal garden.
Travel in Time-Space
Within our hotel is a unique escape room.
The decor, sound effects and light shows are breathtaking, for an experience rich in emotions!
Let yourself be surprised by a life-size escape game, with an extraordinary scenario, including riddles, team games and physical tests.
Form your team and overcome your individual limits thanks to a team strategy in an unusual and fun atmosphere!
Ready to unravel the mysteries of time?
Info & prices :
- Accessible from 8 years old
- Accessible for people with reduced mobility
- 8-13 years old : €30 for 1h
- From 2 to 6 people
- 14 years and over: €35 for 1h
Journey to the heart of Jean-Michel Folon's art
Located in the farm of the Château de La Hulpe in the heart of the Solvay Domain, the Folon Foundation is a museum dedicated to the world-renowned Belgian artist Jean-Michel Folon. You will find on display a rich collection of his works made of various materials such as watercolours, serigraphs, engravings, line drawings, sculptures, posters, diverted objects, stained glass, ceramics, mosaics and tapestries.
Stay in shape
Fitness - When it comes to fitness, our gym has everything you need to work up a sweat.
Opening hours : 24 hours a day
The 1815 Waterloo Domain is a unique site in Belgium which is both a commemorative monument and a historical museum. It is also and above all a place full of history. It is located 8 km from the hotel and offers :
1. The Memorial Museum : explore the history of the battle through uniforms, historical items, animated maps, a pioneering 3D film and much more…
2. The Panorama : discover this immense historic panorama painting, which is 110 metres long and 12 metres high!
3. Lion’s Mound : climb the 226 steps to enjoy an exceptional view of the Waterloo battlefield.
4. Hougoumont Farm : hear the story of “the battle within the battle” in a multimedia show that combines innovation and memories.
Photo Copyright: Thomas Blairon
Health trail
If you want to feel at your best, explore our health trail and indulge in some stimulating exercises to recharge your batteries! Put on your trainers, breathe in the fresh air and challenge yourself in close proximity to nature.
Go on an adventure !
Take part in a 100% free treasure hunt via the Totemus app 'Rendez-vous with the Chatelain' (5.3km)
This activity is available in French and Dutch, not in English.
Discover the castle of La Hulpe and its magnificent park, located 2km from our hotel.
With your partner, family or friends, explore a blooming nature, admire the remarkable architecture of the castle and the other jewels of the park.
A unique activity to have fun, relax and challenge yourself. So set off to conquer the fabulous treasure...if you can!
On your marks! Ready to go? Go hunting!
Starting point :
Parking Gaillemarde
Drève de la Ramée
1310 La Hulpe
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Tennis courts in the heart of the forest
Hit your best forehand on one of our two outdoor tennis courts located under the trees.
Tennis rackets and balls are available at the hotel reception.
For all thrill-seekers and nature lovers!
A 25-minute drive from our Dolce La Hulpe hotel is the "Adventure Park", a tree climbing site offering various activities "Laser Game/ Tyrolean traverse/jump" with levels of difficulty suitable for all ages.
Are you tempted by walks up to 12 metres above the ground?
All you have to do is climb!
Ping-pong
A ping-pong table is available for you to play with your friends and family!
It's time to wake up your inner table tennis champion, Jean-Michel Saive. Get ready for some thrilling exchanges and infectious laughter.
Please contact reception to receive the equipment and return it after use. Thank you in advance for returning them after use.
Mini badminton courts are located between the terrace of the Badian bar and the terrace of the Argan restaurant in the heart of the Dolce La Hulpe domain. Shuttlecocks and rackets are available at the hotel reception.
A healthy mind in a healthy body
Recharge your body and nourish your mind with our group classes facing nature.
These group classes are accessible for Dolce Zen Club members according their subscription.
For hotel guests a €15 fee per class is applicable and a reservation must be made by contacting the Cinq Mondes Spa: +32 (0)2 290 99 01 or cinq.mondes@dolcelahulpe.com
Petanque
Let yourself be tempted by a game of petanque on our sunny pitch!
Whether you're a boule pro or a curious novice, take advantage of this activity to share moments of laughter and relaxation with your loved ones.
Please contact reception to receive the equipment and return it after use. Thank you in advance for returning them after use.
Dribble to the opposing team's basket on our e-coffee terrace reshaped into a mini basketball court. Balls are available at the hotel reception.
Discover Villers Abbey, a remarkably well-preserved former Cistercian abbey and a new cultural centre full of events. Almost 900 years of history in a green setting in the heart of Walloon Brabant...
The Villers Abbey is located 20 km from the hotel.
Need thrills, adventures and discoveries?
The Walibi amusement park is located 20 minutes from our Hotel Dolce La hulpe! Rides for all ages and all tastes, with family, couple or friends, to share great moments of emotion! Ready to let your hair down?
Feel the excitement of a football match with a game of table football in front of the Brasserie 135. The balls are available at the hotel reception.