Arboretum of Bouillon

This arboretum was created in 1906 and covers 2ha56 .

The site is worth a visit for the numerous exotic tree species we can find there. Most of the trees are native to Asia and North America , and they are visible from open and pleasant walking trails.

It contains about 150 native and exotic species of deciduous trees and resinous plants. It owns a Tsuga mertensiana, crowned champion of Belgium , and an Abies grandis , which became vice-champion of Belgium at 48 meters in height .

If the Virginie tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) attracts you in May-June for its floral splendor, then you should definitely come and admire the Japanese larch (Larix kaempferi) in August , with its flamboyant yellow-orange tones.

The giants of the world of conifers, the sequoias will fascinate you with their breathtaking beauty. Our vice-champion of Belgium , the Vancouver spruce or giant spruce (Abies grandis) awaits you impatiently... This coniferous tree grows incredibly fast, and can be recognized by the citronella scent that is released when we bruise the needles!
A beautiful arboretum ... free and free to visit!

Willem Vandenameele