The dramatic cliffside citadel of Dinant, Notre-Dame Collegiate Church and La Maison de Monsieur Sax — birthplace of the saxophone — combine into one of Belgium's most cinematic half-day journeys, just 30 km south of Namur along the Meuse.
What to expect
Your guide collects you and drives the stunningly scenic Meuse valley road to Dinant, narrating the region's turbulent history en route. Ride the cable-car up to Dinant Citadel for vertiginous river views and a fascinating arms museum. Descend to the Gothic Notre-Dame, its bulbous blue bell tower reflected in the Meuse, before visiting the interactive saxophone birthplace museum. Return via a riverside café stop for a Dinant couque (spiced biscuit) and local Leffe beer.
Good to know
Dinant is approx. 30 minutes by private car from Namur port. Allow 4–5 hours round-trip. Pre-book the private guide well in advance; the Maison de Monsieur Sax recommends booking entry online at maisonmonsieursax.be. Comfortable walking shoes essential.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Namur — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.