As the Ardennes forests turn red and gold, Durbuy shifts gear… and flavour. Autumn here offers a unique experience, blending nature, gastronomy and the art of living. Game, wild mushrooms, seasonal produce, fine wines and cuisine signed Wout Bru: everything comes together to make Durbuy an unmissable destination for a gourmet getaway in Belgium this autumn.
Looking to combine a nature escape with fine dining? Le Sanglier des Ardennes, a 5-star hotel in the heart of Durbuy, invites you to experience this season through a stay designed down to the smallest detail.
Autumn in Durbuy: a season to experience and savour
For Wout Bru, Michelin-starred chef at Le Sanglier des Ardennes, autumn is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful seasons of the year in the kitchen. From late September, game makes its return to Ardennes kitchens: pheasant, partridge, roe deer, wild boar and venison. The surrounding forests also offer a fine variety of wild mushrooms — porcini, chanterelles, black trumpets — while seafood such as oysters, scallops and langoustines complete this rich autumn palette.
In Durbuy, this seasonal abundance is naturally reflected on the plate. At Le Grand Verre, our Michelin-starred restaurant, as well as at La Bru'sserie, the menus evolve with the seasons to showcase fresh, characterful ingredients available for just a few weeks a year. It's this commitment to seasonality that has built the region's gastronomic reputation and draws food lovers from across Belgium every autumn.
An autumn getaway in Durbuy, between nature and gastronomy
Beyond its table, Durbuy proves to be one of the most beautiful destinations in Wallonia for an autumn weekend. Often nicknamed "the smallest town in the world", it charms visitors with its blend of historic charm and preserved nature, less than two hours from Brussels, Liège or Namur.
Wander through the cobbled streets of the old town, take a walk along the Ourthe river as its banks turn brilliant shades this time of year, or explore the surrounding Ardennes trails before settling in, by day's end, at a fine table. It's precisely this balance between outdoor activities and gastronomic moments that makes Durbuy such a popular destination for an autumn getaway in the Ardennes.
Experience the Season at Le Sanglier with the Wild Experience
To make the most of this autumn escape, Le Sanglier des Ardennes has created the Wild Experience: an all-inclusive stay available from 20 September to 30 November.
Whether you join us for a weekend getaway or a midweek escape, the Wild Experience adapts to your pace, inviting you to enjoy the very best of autumn in the Ardennes: nature, relaxation and gastronomy by Wout Bru.