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Thursday 10 June 2021
Heatwave - How To Cope In Hot Weather
Friday 4 June 2021
Things to do; Domaine de Claire Fontaine
Tuesday 1 June 2021
Summer Bucket List - over 100 ideas for children
For other ideas of things to do over the summer
https://www.facebook.com/thebestideasforkids/posts/1297250240684709
Thins to do; Huy Town, Citadel and Cathedral
The Citadel of Huy occupies a high position in the town, overlooking the strategic Meuse river. The current fort dates to1818 during the period of Dutch rule in Belgium and took five years to build.
The Citadel was frequently used to house political prisoners. The citadel was a Nazi occupied prison during
WWII holding over 7000 prisoners. Many were sent to concentration camps.
Huy cathedral has the largest circular stained glass window in wallonie. The museum is free entry. It was also the filming location for BBCs the missing with James Nesbit.
There is also a grand place with lots of cafes and shops to enjoy.
Pictures of inside the Citadel
Citadel Prices; Adults: €4; Children (6 to 12 years old): €2. Free for all on the first Sunday of the month and on July 21.
Opening times; 9.30- 6.00 every day
More details on prices and opening times; https://www.huy.be/loisirs/musees/fort/horaire-et-tarifs
Distance from SHAPE; One hour by Car
Toilets and Cafes; Yes available. Cafes now open to sit outside, there are many available in the Huy Grande Place