Tourism

Wednesday 28 May 2025

Discover Wallonia, a land of escape and authenticity! For lovers of nature, culture and gastronomy, let yourself be seduced by Wallonia, a destination with a thousand facets! Visit its most beautiful villages and unusual towns: Spa, the thermal spa, or Durbuy, the smallest town in the world. Relive the great battles of Waterloo and the Ardennes. Admire UNESCO sites, castles and abbeys. Succumb to the local flavours: Trappist beers, Liège waffles, artisan chocolate. Feel the freedom of forests and cliffs. Thrill to the Binche Carnival or the Spa Francorchamp Grand Prix. Immerse yourself in the world of tourism in Wallonia and get inspired for your next getaway.

Discovering tourism in Wallonia

VISITWallonia

This day dedicated to tourism in Wallonia is organised by VISITWallonia, the official body for promoting tourism in Wallonia. It offers visitors information, itineraries, tips and ideas for activities to discover this region of southern Belgium.

Whether you’re looking for a nature break, a cultural immersion or a gastronomic experience, VISITWallonia showcases the region’s wealth of landscapes, heritage, traditions and local specialities. Its website and publications offer practical guides, personalised recommendations and not-to-be-missed events.
In short, VisitWallonia is the essential reference for planning a stay in Wallonia.

To coincide with the Osaka World Expo, VISITWallonia will be offering an immersive experience punctuated by the flavours of chef Alexandre Ciriello, illustrating Wallonia’s tourist identity in a gourmet and contemporary way.

This is a private invitation-only event for Japanese journalists.

VISITWallonia

Day Programme

11.30 am: Welcome to the Belgian Pavilion
11. 45 am: Immersive presentation ‘La Wallonie en 5 Escales Sensorielle’ An immersive experience combining tourism presentation and gastronomic discovery, for a gourmet and guided discovery of the Walloon regions.
1.30 pm: Visit to the Belgian Pavilion
2.00 pm: Workshop & Activities - PhotoBooth Fondation Folon: a poetic souvenir - Chocolate workshop - Beer workshop - Stilt-walkers: traditional folk show