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On the banks of the Meuse River, Dinant is known for its metal wares and cuisine. Its rich history dates to the 7C.

The city's landmark is the Collegiate Church of Notre Dame de Dinant. It was rebuilt in Gothic style on its old foundations after falling rocks from the adjacent cliff partially destroyed the former Romanesque style church in 1227. Above the church rises the vertical flank of the rocher surmounted by the fortified Citadel that was first built in the 11th century to control the Meuse valley. Apart from the main block is the Rocher Bayard that was said to have been split by giant hoof of Bayard, the giant horse carrying the four sons of Aymon on their legendary flight from Charlemagne through the Ardennes, told in Les Quatre Fils Aymon, a famous 12th-century chanson de geste.

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Dinant, Belgium

Dinant reflected by Jiuguang Wang

On the banks of the Meuse River, Dinant is known for its metal wares and cuisine. Its rich history dates to the 7C.
Merveilleuse Cave, Dinant

Grotte De Dinant La Merveilleuse by Farrukh

In a region known for its caves, "The Marvelous" stands out among them. Each room varies in shape, size, color, and much more.
Caves of Dinant

Grotte De Dinant La Merveilleuse by Farrukh

Discover the beauty under the earth in Dinant which is home to several breathtaking caves with white stalactites and stalagmites.
Historic Center, Dinant

Belgium-5651 - Saxophones!!! by Dennis Jarvis

Enjoy this historic center, whether exploring the streets and river banks, or trying honey cake at each bakery.
Adolphe Sax Statue, Dinant

Dinant, statue d'Adolphe SAX by Jean-Marie HUET

A statue honoring Adolphe Sax, the inventor of the saxophone, who was born in Dinant.
The Collegiate Church of Our Lady, Dinant

vertically flanked by Marty Portier

A 13C Gothic cliff-side cathedral, which features an iconic 16C pear shaped bell tower.
Citadel, Dinant

Dinant by Graeme

Rebuilt in the 16C, this castle became a museum more than 100 years ago. Its regional history and artifacts are excellent.

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