Enjoy a day of discovery at the Citadel of Dinant. Combining heritage and immersive experiences, the visit brings together culture, leisure and exceptional views over the Meuse Valley.

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The Citadel offers an accessible and engaging visitor route, suitable for all audiences. The museum and its detailed reconstructions provide a better understanding of the site’s history and Dinant’s heritage, while the outdoor areas offer a pleasant setting to fully enjoy your visit.
Playgrounds and terraces complete the experience, making the Citadel a place enjoyed by both adults and children.

Throughout the visit, you move through the key periods in the Citadel’s history, from its medieval origins to the major events of the 20th century. Themed rooms, historic corridors and immersive features guide you along the route and bring Dinant’s heritage to life.
To enhance the experience, the Citadel offers an augmented reality tour with the HistoPad. This interactive visitor guide allows you to relive over 1,000 years of history through reconstructed scenes, accessible to all ages.
Included in the ticket price, this engaging and educational experience allows everyone to explore the site at their own pace.
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Here, visitors discover the site as it once was, guided by sounds from the past that evoke the daily life and battles of the soldiers.
The visit offers an insight into the early days of the war in Dinant and the deadly fighting of August 1914. The crosses surrounding the Citadel remain a powerful reminder of these events.
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There are several ways to reach the Citadel. The more adventurous can take the historic 408-step staircase, dating back to 1577, and enjoy a climb with beautiful views over the town.
For easier access, free parking is available directly at the upper entrance to the site.
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Looking for a unique experience during your visit to the Citadel? Hot air balloon flights can be booked, allowing you to fly over the Meuse Valley and discover Dinant from above. A truly special and unforgettable moment.

Take a cruise on the Meuse and discover Dinant from a different perspective.
