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Things to see in Nivelles (Belgium): 32 places and when to go
Nivelles is a town in Belgium, and this site lists 32 places in and around it, mainly Nature (12), History (9), Wildlife (9). The best known are Lion's Mound, Hallerbos and Collegiate Church of St. Gertrude, Nivelles. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 47. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Belgium · 50.5975, 4.3237
- Places
- 32 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (12) · History (9) · Wildlife (9) · Hiking (9) · Food and drink (3) · Mountains (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- CRL Charleroi, 18 km as the crow flies
What to see in Nivelles
The places in and around Nivelles, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Lion's MoundWar memorial to the Battle of Waterloo in Braine-l'Alleud, Wallonia, Belgium11 km
- HallerbosForest in Belgium13 km
- Collegiate Church of St. Gertrude, NivellesChurch4 m
- Château de SeneffeCastle in Wallonia8.9 km
- bois de la HoussièreProtected area10.0 km
- Napoleon's Last HQNapoleon's last HQ in 18158.7 km
- Nizelles AbbeyBelgian abbey7.6 km
- Braine CastleCastle in Braine-le-Château, Belgium10 km
- Château d'eau de l'ErmiteHistory13 km
- Ancien couvent des RécolletsMonastery324 m
- Sint-VeronuskerkChurch building in Lembeek, Belgium15 km
- KrekelenbergSummit13 km
- BerendriesProtected area14 km
- Brasserie des Beaux JoursBrewery11 km
- Bruyère MathiasProtected area12 km
- Chez BobbiBrewery6.8 km
- Dive FactoryDive site11 km
- ErmitageProtected area8.8 km
- E2 European long distance pathWalking path1.6 km
- GR 12 Wallonie, Braine-le-Château - Fontaine-l'ÉvêqueHiking9.3 km
- GR 121 Liason Gare de NivellesHiking831 m
- GR 121 Variante NivellesHiking7.6 km
- GR 129 La Belgique en diagonale ! Ellezelles - DinantHiking12 km
- GRP 127 Variante pluie QuenastHiking14 km
And the other 8, by what you come to do:
When to go to Nivelles
The best time to visit Nivelles is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:14
- FebPossible9:46
- MarPossible11:33
- AprBest time13:33
- MayBest time15:16
- JunBest time16:13
- JulBest time15:49
- AugBest time14:19
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:25
- NovPossible8:40
- DecPossible7:47
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 47. In June, 32 of the 32 places are at their best.
When to go to Belgium in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Nivelles
The nearest main airport is Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL, Charleroi), 18 km as the crow flies. How to get around Belgium (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Charleroi59 places22 km
- Wavre32 places22 km
- City of Brussels278 places26 km
- Mons, Belgium64 places32 km
- Ath29 places39 km
- Leuven80 places41 km
And all of Belgium, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Nivelles?
The best known: Lion's Mound, Hallerbos, Collegiate Church of St. Gertrude, Nivelles, Château de Seneffe, bois de la Houssière. In all, 32 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Nivelles?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 47.
How do you get to Nivelles?
The nearest main airport is Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL), 18 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Nivelles as the destination and these 32 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- BelgiumBefore travelling to Belgium: 5 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, a Spanish ID card (DNI) is all it takes to get in.
- Nature792 places for nature in Belgium, from Grand-Place to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to October. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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