A romantic weekend in the Ardennes

In our nowaday hectic life, the routine can sometimes take all your energy and prevents you to take time for your loved one. Our cosy cabins are ideal to do so, whether you are a young couple looking for a romantic weekend in nature or lifelong partners looking to revive the flame during a midweek stay in a cabin in the woods! Discover below what to do during your romantic stay at Nutchel and how to set a romantic mood for your upcoming weekend for two.

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Our top 3 best activities around Nutchel Les Ardennes per season

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What are the best activities to do in the Ardennes and in Luxembourg as a couple in spring?

• Take a gentle hike in the Anlier forest (5 min drive): Witness the nature awakening from the inside, as you walk in the forests which cover the Ardennes hills, just of the two of you.
• Drive through the Valley of the Seven Castles (25–40 min drive): Drive through this fairy-tale valley and stop at some of the region’s most picturesque castles like Ansembourg or Hollenfels. The awakening nature will give it a special taste.
• Go kayaking or paddleboarding on the Semois River (40 min drive): Starting from Chiny or Florenville, discover the Belgian Ardennes from a new perspective as you paddle on the peaceful waters surrounded by green landscapes.

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What are the best activities to do in the Ardennes and in Luxembourg as a couple in summer?

• Go on a cycling tour in nature to Bastogne (start from the forest village): Rent a normal or e-bike at Nutchel Les Ardennes and leave for a sporty day-long trip along the RAVel that will bring you to Bastogne, passing by the nicest natural landscapes of the Luxembourg province.
• ‍Swim at Lac de la Haute-Sûre (20 min drive): Stay cool in summer and go for a dip in one of the cleanest lakes in Europe, only a few minutes away from Nutchel Les Ardennes. You can even rent a small boat to spend a day on the water, just the two of you.
• Visit the Orval abbey (50 min drive): Visit the ruins of the old Cistercian abbey, where you will discover the history of the monastery as well as the life of the monastic community today. The medicinal herb-garden and the old monastic pharmacy can also be visited.

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What are the best activities to do in the Ardennes and in Luxembourg as a couple in autumn?

• Taste local beers (25 min drive): Discover the best local beers of the micro-breweries in the Luxembourg province in Belgium. Ask our team at the reception for their own recommendations: you might hear of unique hidden gems of beers.
• Listen to the stag's mating call in the woods near St-Hubert (40 min drive): Fully immerse yourself in nature at nightfall and discover a truly unique autumn soundscape, typical from the wooded region of the Belgian Ardennes.
• Go visit Luxembourg City (45 min drive): There are so many things to see in Luxembourg! The ever-changing capital city of the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg is particularly beautiful in autumn and visiting by night is particularly nice, especially the lovely old town.

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What are the best activities to do in the Ardennes and in Luxembourg as a couple in winter?

• Visit Christmas markets in Luxembourg City, Ettelebruck or Bastogne (20 - 45 min drive): Let yourself be inspired by the romantic twinkling lights and Christmas spirit as you stroll inside the local Christmas markets with a mulled wine glass.
• Take a winter walk through the snowy forest of Anlier (5 min drive): Experience a walk in the true winter wonderland of Belgium, and warm up afterwards in a cosy café or a local brasserie.
• Visit the Bastogne War Museum (15 min drive): Discover everything about the small and big histories of World War 2, and especially the siege of Bastogne of December 1944 as you visit through the museum. You can also couple the ticket with an access to the interactive Bastogne War rooms.

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A romantic weekend at Nutchel Les Ardennes

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Why and how can you book a romantic stay at Nutchel Les Ardennes?

• Enjoy quality time together in a beautiful forest setting: We believe that sharing unique moments and memories deepens your relationship. Whether you’re seeking exploration or relaxation for two, a holiday at our Cosy Cabins could be just what you need to find back some time to focus on your loved one and create new memories.
• Take time to recharge: Experience the simplicity of staying in a cabin and create a “home away from home” feeling. During your getaway, you can unplug from it all in a short amount of time, distraction free, to rest and recharge.
• Break away from your routine: While in a cabin in the woods in Alsace, you can find back your physical and mental intimacy , which can only bring you closer together as you snuggle up as tow love birds in a nest.

For your romantic weekend in a cabin in the woods in the Ardennes, we recommend you to book a cosy cabin with a hot tub, so that you can enjoy this an extra dose of relaxation in the 38° heated hot tub. Our Sweet Hot Tub, Classic Hot Tub and Tree Trunk Hot Tub cabins each has a private hot tub on the terrace, so that you can admire nature around you without any restriction. Say hello to the mindful boost you both deserve!

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What are the best activities to do as a couple at Nutchel Les Ardennes?

• Spend an entire morning in bed and enjoy a late brunch
• For a romantic surprise, leave a love note under the pillow while your partner is not looking
• Organize a candlelit barbecue dinner under the stars
• Cuddle next to the woodstove to keep each other warm during the colder evenings with a romantic atmosphere
• Embrace the magic of stargazing next to your cabin in silence, next to each other
• Have relaxed discussions in the hot tub of your cabin in the woods with a jacuzzi

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Are there special offers for a couple at Nutchel Les Ardennes?

• If you want to give a romantic touch to your stay at Nutchel Les Ardennes, you can book a love package ahead of your romantic stay. It includes a dried flowers bouquet, a bottle of delicious Crémant, a perfumed candle and a DIY love letter.  To book the love package and show your partner some extra love, click here and contact us!
• To leave the choice of the date and place to your loved one, you can also offer them an online gift voucher for a stay in a cabin in the woods in the Ardennes or even in ! We have special offers for gift vouchers on Valentine's Day, so make sure to stay posted!