Discover Hainaut
92 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Canal du Centre historique
Historic Canal du Centre features four remarkable early-20th-century hydraulic boat lifts (UNESCO-listed) and industrial waterways—ideal for symmetry, reflections and architectural detail shots. Best at golden hour or blue hour when metal structures glow and canal glass mirrors the sky. Site is accessible with nearby street parking and paved walkways; weekdays and early mornings avoid tour groups. No entry fee; respect signage and restricted areas around machinery.
Cathedral of Notre-Dame of Tournai
Five-towered medieval cathedral blending Romanesque massing and a Gothic choir — striking façades, soaring interior vaults, and colorful stained glass. Best at golden hour or blue hour when towers glow and lights come on; interior light is dim — check opening hours, mass times, and any photo restrictions. Easily reached on foot from Tournai center; limited street parking nearby. UNESCO-listed architecture with dramatic vertical lines and textured stonework.
Lift No. 1 Old Canal Du Center
Lift No.1 on the Old Canal du Centre is a cast-iron industrial boat lift (UNESCO site) offering strong geometric lines, rusted textures and mirror reflections in the canal. Shoot wide compositions to show the lift against the water and sky, detail shots of rivets and gears, and long exposures for smooth water. Best at golden hour or blue hour when floodlights highlight ironwork. Easily reached by car with street parking; accessible walkways surround the structure. Weekdays and early mornings are
Mining Site Bois-du-Luc
Bois-du-Luc is a well-preserved 19th-century coal mining complex and workers’ village — pithead frames, brick workshops, row houses and courtyards offer strong industrial textures and human-scale historic scenes. Best at golden hour or overcast for moody tones; late-afternoon side light sculpts brick and metal. Site is a UNESCO museum with opening hours and modest entry fee; parking is available nearby. Weekdays and guided-tour times reduce crowds. Interiors require ticket/permit and may limit v
Grand-Place Tournai
Grand-Place Tournai is a compact medieval square framed by ornate guild houses, the soaring Belfry and nearby Cathedral — ideal for architectural details, façades and street scenes. Shoot golden hour and blue hour for warm stone tones and illuminated belfry; weekdays and early mornings minimize tourists. The square is pedestrian-friendly with limited vehicle access; paid parking and public transport are nearby. No special entry permits; respect local events and café terraces.
Place Saint-Pierre
Historic plaza dominated by Tournai’s Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral and nearby belfry — ideal for grand architectural compositions, details in sculpted portals, and lively café-front street scenes. Visit at golden hour or blue hour for warm light and illuminated facades. The square is pedestrian-friendly; street parking and public lots lie a short walk away. Cathedral interior has opening hours and modest admission/donation; weekdays and early mornings are least crowded.
Château CÉSAR
Château CÉSAR is a compact historic château in Tournai with a photogenic façade, stone details and a small landscaped setting — ideal for architectural studies and intimate heritage shots. Best at golden hour for warm light on stone; blue hour highlights any exterior lighting. Street-level access from Rue des Abliaux with limited on-site parking; check ahead for private events or opening hours as interiors may be closed. Weekday mornings are quieter; spring and autumn add foliage contrast. Fits:
Réserve naturelle du Brun Chêne
Small protected wetland with ponds, reedbeds, boardwalks and mixed woodland — ideal for intimate nature scenes, birdlife and reflective waterscapes. Visit at dawn or golden hour for soft light and active birds; autumn yields rich tones. Easy access from Rue de Mont-sur-Marchienne with limited roadside parking; paths and boardwalks are compact and mostly flat. No formal entry fee; expect quiet, respectful local visitors and seasonal trail closures for nesting.
Keramis Center of Ceramics
Keramis sits in a preserved ceramics factory in La Louvière with striking industrial architecture, kilns, chimneys and extensive collections of tiles, earthenware and decorative glazes. Photograph textured façades, repeating factory geometry and close-up glaze details. Visit weekdays morning for fewer visitors; golden hour emphasizes brick and metal tones. Interiors have low light—check opening hours and ticketing in advance. Street parking and short walk from station; respectful handling of any
Terril des Bouleaux Tressées
A reclaimed coal spoil tip with woven birch groves and sweeping views over La Louvière — strong lines, textured foregrounds and industrial heritage in the distance. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm light on grasses and long shadows; clear days for panoramas or after rain for saturated colors. Access via marked paths from Cité de l'Espérance; limited parking nearby. No entry fee but respect signage and protected vegetation. Weekdays and early mornings are quieter.
Tour du Cygne
Small medieval tower in Tournai's old quarter offering textured stonework, narrow stair apertures and street-level context with nearby historic buildings. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm side-lighting and illuminated facades. Easily reached on foot from central station; limited on-site parking—use nearby public lots. No formal entry requirements; accessible exterior shots only. Combine with nearby cathedral and river scenes for varied compositions.
Fresque Sixe Paredes – Asphalte 2014
Large outdoor mural by Sixe Paredes (Asphalte 2014) covering a building façade in Charleroi’s urban fabric. Photograph the scale, vibrant colors and human/abstract figures set against industrial architecture. Street-level, free access; easy to reach on foot or by car with limited curbside parking. Best at golden hour for warm side-light or on overcast days to keep colors saturated. Weekday mornings have fewer passersby. No entry fee; respect residential surroundings.
Terril Résolu N°1
Terril Résolu N°1 is a grassy spoil tip above Charleroi offering wide panoramic views of the post‑industrial landscape — slag heaps, factory lines and the Sambre valley. Best at golden hour or blue hour for dramatic light and long shadows. Easily reached from Rue du Résolu on foot; informal parking nearby. No formal entry fee; expect uneven paths and seasonal mud. A strong spot for documenting Belgium’s industrial heritage and urban-rural transition.
carrières de l'Orient
Carrières de l'Orient are reclaimed limestone quarries near Tournai with steep rock faces, green water-filled pits and lush vegetation—great for dramatic low-angle landscapes, cliff reflections and intimate nature shots. Visit at golden hour or blue hour for warm side light and glassy reflections. Accessible via short trails from nearby parking; expect uneven/muddy ground and limited facilities. Respect private property and nesting wildlife; drone pilots should check local rules.
Réserve Naturelle de Viesville
Réserve Naturelle de Viesville is a low-lying wetland with ponds, reedbeds and winding RAVeL paths — rich in waterbird life and reflective waterscapes. Best at dawn or dusk for golden light, mist and active birds; autumn/spring migration boosts wildlife. Easy, flat access from RAVeL 3 and nearby Pont-à-Celles parking; no special permits for casual visits. Expect muddy hides and seasonal paths — wear waterproof boots. Quiet, conservation-focused site offering intimate nature scenes and strong ref
Maison Bulle
Maison Bulle is a sculptural, organic ‘bubble’ house in Fleurus whose rounded volumes, porthole windows and flowing lines make it a striking subject for architectural photography. Shoot the exterior curves and contrasting shadows at golden hour or soft light on overcast days. The house is likely private—respect property boundaries, check local access/permission, and park on nearby streets. Weekday mornings have least traffic; twilight accentuates silhouette and window glow. 1960s/70s avant‑garde
maison Tournaisienne
Maison Tournaisienne is a charming historic townhouse in central Tournai — rich architectural details, textured brickwork, ornate doorways and period windows make it ideal for architectural and street-style images. Best at golden hour or blue hour when warm façades contrast the sky; weekday mornings are quieter. Central location near the cathedral; on-street parking and public lots a short walk away. Check local opening hours — it may be private or limited access. Capture both context shots with
Musée de la Photographie
Focused on photographic history and rotating exhibitions, Musée de la Photographie offers curated prints, vintage cameras and a modern exhibition layout—ideal for detail shots, documentary frames and architectural context. Best visited on weekday mornings for low crowds; indoor galleries use controlled low lighting so check flash/ tripod rules and book tickets in advance. Limited street parking nearby; reachable by public transport. Respect copyright and exhibition rules; exterior and nearby urb
Terril Résolu N°2
Terril Résolu N°2 is a reclaimed coal spoil tip offering textured industrial landscapes, panoramic city views of Charleroi and layered slopes with grasses, mining relics and occasional graffiti. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm side-light and long shadows; foggy mornings add mood. Site is outdoors and usually open; access from Rue Edmond Yernaux with roadside parking nearby. Wear sturdy shoes; be respectful of local signage and private areas. Great for mixing industrial heritage with wide
Fresque Hell’O Monsters – Asphalte 2014
Large, colorful Hell’O Monsters mural from Asphalte 2014 — a bold example of Charleroi’s street-art revival. Shoot full-wall compositions to show scale, closer detail shots of brushwork and textures, and contextual shots including the surrounding industrial streets. Best visited in morning or late afternoon for directional light; overcast skies work well to avoid glare. Street-level, free access from Rue du Bief du Moulin; bring comfortable shoes for uneven pavements and check local parking on附近
Anciens fours à chaux
Rows of 19th-century lime kilns and ruined industrial structures offering strong geometric forms, weathered bricks, ironwork and surrounding greenery. Shoot wide compositions to capture repeating arches and chimneys, close-ups of patina and moss for texture, and contrast between hard stone and river/trees. Best light: golden hour for warm tones and long shadows, or overcast for even texture detail. Site is roadside in Antoing with informal parking on Rue de Crèvecoeur; generally accessible on a
viaduc de L'Escaut
A long stone/steel viaduct crossing the Scheldt (Escaut) near Antoing — strong lines, repeating arches and river reflections create dramatic compositions. Shoot dawn or golden hour for warm side-light and long reflections; misty mornings add mood. Easily reached by car with roadside parking and short walks; public access with no entry fees. Combine with views of the river, river traffic, and nearby Antoing castle for context. Weekdays are quieter; watch for changing weather and seasonal foliage.
Reine Garden
Reine Garden is a compact, formal urban park in central Tournai ideal for intimate landscape and detail shots — seasonal flowerbeds, mature trees, pathways and benches framed by nearby historic buildings. Best at golden hour (sunrise/sunset) for warm side-light and soft shadows; spring and early autumn offer strongest color. Easily walkable from Tournai cathedral; free entry and street parking nearby but limited on market days. Weekday mornings are quiet; accessible paths make it easy to carry a
Centre de la gravure et de l'image imprimée
Specialist museum of printmaking and engraved works—rich textures, inked plates, framed prints and minimalist gallery architecture. Shoot close detail of plates and paper fibers, graphic compositions of prints, and gallery interiors. Visit weekday mornings for lower crowds; museum lighting is low and controlled—no flash and sometimes tripod restrictions. Easy street parking nearby; check opening hours and ticketing. Cultural note: focus on craftsmanship and graphic history of Belgian print art.
Parc du prieuré de Pont à Celles
Small historic priory park with a mix of landscaped lawns, mature trees, pond reflections and stone buildings — great for intimate landscapes, architectural details and seasonal colour. Visit golden hour or overcast afternoons for soft light; autumn for foliage and spring for blossoms. Easy access from Pont-à-Celles with roadside parking and free entry; compact site is walkable but expect some local visitors on weekends. Respect private/religious areas and quiet atmosphere.
Bieaux Gardins Asbl
Small community botanical/garden space near Antoing offering flower beds, intimate paths, decorative plantings and seasonal displays — ideal for close-up floral studies, intimate landscape frames and environmental portraits. Best in spring–early autumn when blooms peak; golden hour brings warm side-light for texture. Likely run by a local ASBL so check opening hours or events before visiting; Rue Neuve has limited street parking and pedestrian access. Weekdays and early mornings reduce crowds;尊重
Point de vue
A public elevated viewpoint over Charleroi's urban-industrial valley — captures sweeping cityscapes, brick roof textures, smokestacks and the river corridor. Best at golden hour and blue hour when warm light and city lights add contrast. Easy walk-up access from Rue des Quatre-Vents; informal street parking nearby. No entry fee. Weekdays and early mornings are quiet. Weather: clear or partly cloudy for dramatic skies.
Fresque Art Reconnects Belgium 2020 - El Niño et Demos
Large outdoor mural by El Niño & Demos from the Reconnects Belgium 2020 festival. Shoot full-wall compositions, color contrasts and surface texture against Charleroi’s industrial streetscape. Best at golden hour for warm side light or overcast days for even color; weekday mornings have fewer pedestrians. Street-level, easy curbside access with limited on-street parking; no entry fees. Reflects contemporary urban art culture in a post-industrial setting.
Mini réserve naturelle du Tournaisis
Small urban nature reserve beside Tournai’s old town featuring ponds, reed beds and meadow edges—ideal for close-up plant and insect shots, water reflections and local passerine/fowl during migration. Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft light and active birds; spring and autumn offer highest biodiversity. Easily accessible on foot from Placette aux Oignons; flat gravel paths and short boardwalks make handheld or tripod work simple. No entry fee; street parking nearby. Quiet, community
Smiley – Art Public 2017
Large outdoor street-art mural from the Art Public 2017 festival on Rue de Charleville. Photographers can capture bold color and scale against Charleroi’s gritty urban fabric; best visited at golden hour or blue hour for soft light and contrast. Easily accessible on foot, no entry fee; street parking and public transport nearby. Weekday mornings are quieter. The work reflects Charleroi’s recent cultural regeneration.
Parc d'Houdeng-Goegnies
Small historic park centered on a 19th‑century château, formal lawns, tree-lined alleys and reflective ponds — strong for architectural details, symmetrical compositions and waterscape reflections. Best at golden hour or autumn for warm light and color; weekday mornings are quieter. Easily accessible by car with local parking and no formal entry fee; paths are stroller- and wheelchair-friendly. Good all-season subject: spring blossoms, autumn foliage and moody winter skies each offer differentm,
Le Château de Lausprelle
Small historic château set in a landscaped estate near Gerpinnes — shoot ornate facades, rooflines and framed views through trees. Best at golden hour and in autumn for warm light and color; early weekday mornings reduce visitors. Grounds are privately owned so stick to public viewpoints and check access for events; street parking on Rue de Moncheret. Good for architectural details, contextual landscape shots and intimate heritage portraits.
Ecluse Rue Du canal
Small canal lock on Rue du Canal offering calm water reflections, textured lock gates, and industrial-rural contrast — ideal for intimate waterscape and detail shots. Visit at golden hour or blue hour for warm side light and glassy reflections; overcast days emphasize textures. Easily reached from Rue des Cascades with roadside parking; flat access good for tripods. No entry fees; respect working lock operations and private banks. Weekday mornings are quieter.
Tour Burbant
Tour Burbant is a compact stone tower rising above Ath's old quarter—ideal for architectural detail, textured masonry, and context shots with narrow streets. Shoot façades, crenellations and window arches at golden hour for warm side lighting; blue hour highlights the silhouette against the sky. The site is street-accessible from Rue du Gouvernement; parking is available on nearby streets or public lots. Accessibility is good for exterior shooting; interior access may be restricted—check local M
Charleroi ville haute
Ville-Haute is Charleroi’s historic hilltop core — a compact mix of grand civic buildings, a lively market square, Art Nouveau façades and narrow streets that reveal the city’s industrial past and recent street-art renaissance. Best light is golden hour and blue hour for façades and fountains; sunrise weekdays yield empty streets. Centre is walkable; public parking garages and street parking nearby. No entry fees; expect trams and local markets on weekends—carry a small bag for gear and be aware
Marsupilami statue
Bronze Marsupilami statue in Sq. Jules Hiérnaux — a playful tribute to Belgian comics set in a small public square. Easy street-level access, free to visit, limited on-site parking (street or nearby lots). Best at golden hour or after dusk when city lights add mood. Weekday mornings are quieter. Great for cultural portraiture, urban detail shots and environmental portraits linking the sculpture to Charleroi's comic heritage.
Tour de refroidissement
A striking industrial cooling tower in Charleroi offering raw, graphic compositions of concrete, curves and scale against the sky. Best at golden hour and blue hour for directional light and mood; night brings dramatic silhouettes if city lights allow. Accessible from the street — check for fences or private property and respect safety and local restrictions. Weekdays are quieter; parking along Rue Georges Tourneur. Great for architectural and urban decay studies with minimal crowds.
Historic adventure
Historic Adventure at Rue de Ligny sits on the Ligny battlefield — a compact mix of memorials, a preserved church, interpretive panels and rolling fields. Photograph monuments, battlefield panoramas and museum interiors; golden hour brings warm low light on monuments. Easy car access with small parking; check museum opening hours and modest entry fees. Weekday mornings are quieter. Respect memorial signs and local mourning sites.
Parvis de l'Eglise d'Antoing
Small historic church square in Antoing with a compact stone façade, bell tower and intimate cobbled plaza — ideal for architectural details, street scenes and quiet blue-hour shots. Best at golden hour and blue hour when warm light and long shadows emphasize textures. Weekday mornings are quiet; on market or festival days expect locals and stalls for environmental portraits. Street parking on Grand'Rue; no entry fees for the square. Respect religious services and local residents.
Parc Nelson Mandela de Monceau-sur-Sambre
Small urban park beside the Sambre offering tree-lined paths, lawns, ponds and local life — good for intimate landscape, seasonal foliage and candid street-style portraits. Visit golden hour or overcast days for even light; weekdays are quieter. Easily accessible from Pl. Verte with nearby street parking and no entry fee; compact layout suits short visits and quick scouting.
Début Boucle Noire
Gritty urban corner in Charleroi's post-industrial fabric — expect textured brick, metalwork, and street art framing intimate street scenes and low-angle architectural shots. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm light and contrasted neon; weekday mornings are quieter. Easily reached by public transport; limited curb parking. No formal entry requirements. Great for storytellers capturing industrial revival and local street life.
Les tours Saint-Jean
Two medieval stone towers in Tournai offering strong architectural detail, textures and context against the old town and river. Photograph close-up Gothic masonry, facades from the adjacent quay and wide compositions including the river and bridges. Best light is golden hour and blue hour for dramatic silhouettes; weekday mornings are quieter. Easily reachable on foot from Tournai center; street parking and public transit nearby. No special entry required — exterior shots only. The towers pair 잘
Le Forgeron au repos
Bronze sculpture 'Le Forgeron au repos' sits on the bridge linking Quai de la Gare du Sud and Quai Arthur Rimbaud, framed by the Sambre and Charleroi’s industrial-urban backdrop. Capture intimate sculptures details, bridge lines and river reflections. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm side-light and dramatic skies; weekdays mornings are quieter. Easily accessible on foot from Gare du Sud; street parking nearby. No entry fee. Highlights Charleroi’s industrial heritage and human-scale city
Patriotes tombés face à l'Ennemi 1940-44
A WWII memorial honoring patriots fallen 1940–44 in Charleroi — sculpted figures, engraved names and formal stone geometry offer strong graphic compositions. Best at golden hour or on overcast days for moody contrast; early weekday mornings minimize foot and traffic distractions. Easily accessible on public streets in central Charleroi with nearby parking and public transport; no entry fee. Respectful behavior required — avoid climbing or intrusive poses.
Monument à Jules Destrée
Bronze monument to politician Jules Destrée sits on Bd Audent in a small urban plaza—good for close-up sculptural detail and context shots including surrounding mid-century Charleroi architecture. Easy street-level access with no entry fee; parking and bus/tram stops nearby. Best light: early morning or late afternoon for warm side lighting, or blue hour for moody urban frames. Weekdays are quieter; watch for pedestrian traffic and municipal vehicles.
Delhoux Lionel L.D.Garden
A compact municipal garden showcasing formal beds, specimen shrubs and seasonal flowers — ideal for intimate botanical and detail photography. Best visited spring–early summer for blooms or autumn for color. Mornings and golden hour offer soft light; weekdays have fewer visitors. Street parking on Rue Objou; paths are walkable but expect limited facilities. Useful for practice with macro, shallow depth of field and quiet compositional studies.
Albert I - le Roi-chevalier
Bronze statue of King Albert I in the village square—strong silhouette and period detail ideal for framing against sky or surrounding architecture. Visit at golden hour or blue hour for dramatic light; weekday mornings are quieter. Easily accessible from Rue de la Ferrée with on-street parking; no entry fees. Cultural context: local memorial to Belgium’s WWI king, useful for history-themed series.
Pilier témoin du pont minier
A solitary remnant of the 'pont minier' in La Louvière, this weathered concrete/brick pillar offers strong industrial geometry, textures and context within Wallonia's mining landscape. Shoot wide to show scale against surrounding streets and sky, or isolate details (rust, joint lines). Best at golden or blue hour for directional light and contrast; overcast days work for mood. Easily accessible from the town; street parking nearby. No entry required—respect local private property. Part of the H
La chapelle Sainte-Anne
Small roadside chapel with historic stone façade and intimate rural setting — ideal for architectural details, moody exterior portraits and quiet context shots. Best visited at golden hour (sunrise or late afternoon) for warm light on stone; weekday mornings are quiet. Easy roadside access with limited on-street parking on Rue d'Obaix; respect local services and private property. Interiors can be dim — bring a tripod and ask permission if photographing religious objects.
Les fours de l'Almanach
Les fours de l'Almanach is a small historic communal bakery/oven complex in Antoing with textured stonework, brick ovens and intimate courtyards — great for detail shots, architectural frames and cultural-documentary images. Best light: late afternoon to capture warm textures; early weekdays are quieter. Site is small and accessible from Rue de l'Almanach; street parking nearby. Respect private property and local schedules; check opening for events or guided visits.
Fontaine Saint Eloi
A small historic fountain with carved stone details and weathered patina in Tournai’s old quarter — ideal for close-up texture studies and contextual shots that include surrounding medieval streets. Best visited at golden hour or on overcast afternoons to capture even light on reliefs; early weekdays avoid local foot traffic. Easily accessible on foot from Tournai center with roadside parking nearby; no entry fee. Pairs well with a wider walk that includes the cathedral and cobbled lanes.
Monument Aux Morts De Tournai
Bronze and stone World War memorial in central Tournai offering sculptural detail, inscriptions and contextual shots with nearby historic streets. Photograph close-ups of figures and reliefs, low-angle compositions against the sky, and environmental frames including adjacent architecture. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm light and contrast; overcast for evenly lit detail. Easily accessible on foot; public parking and transit nearby. Respectful behavior advised; no entry fees.
Station de métro Parc - Charleroi
Parc metro station in Charleroi offers clean modernist architecture, exposed concrete, glass canopies and dynamic lines—great for abstract architectural frames and urban transit scenes. Best at sunrise or blue hour for directional light and reflections on glass. Station is publicly accessible, barrier-free entry; street parking and tram/bus links nearby. Weekdays mornings are quieter; watch for commuters and occasional maintenance.
Le puits de la forteresse
A circular stone fortress well in Charleroi offering textured masonry, mossy surfaces and deep vertical perspective — ideal for intimate architectural details and dramatic depth shots. Visit at golden hour for warm side lighting or on overcast days to bring out stone texture. Easily reachable in the city (no special entry) — expect limited parking; plan a short walk from nearby streets. Modest crowds; respectful behavior around historic fabric is expected.
Passage de l'Éléphant Blanc
A compact covered shopping passage in La Louvière with period ironwork, tiled floors and decorative details—ideal for intimate architectural and street scenes. Best visited at golden hour or evenings when interior lights create warm contrasts. Easily reached on foot from the center; limited street parking nearby. No entry fee; accessible but narrow for large tripods. Shows local civic-era character rather than grand tourism crowds.
Exposition le Triangle Blanc
Small contemporary exhibition space in Antoing showcasing rotating art and design installations. Photograph sculptural exhibits, gallery interiors and the building’s simple exterior lines; changing shows mean fresh subjects. Best on weekday mornings for low crowds and controlled museum light; exterior shots work at golden hour. Check opening hours and ask staff about flash or tripod rules. Street parking and small lots nearby; accessible on foot from Antoing center.
Parc gilson
Small urban park in La Louvière with mature trees, walking paths, a reflective pond and seasonal floral beds — good for intimate landscape and waterscape shots. Best at golden hour or overcast afternoons for even light; spring and autumn offer strongest colors. Easily reached on foot or by car from Rue de Bouvy; street parking nearby and flat paved paths make most areas accessible. No entry fee; expect local walkers on weekends.
Pac 6230
PAC 6230 is a local cultural/performing-arts centre in Pont-à-Celles with a modern façade and street-level context that works well for environmental portraits, architectural detail shots and event coverage. Best visited during golden hour for warm light on the building and in the evenings during performances for dynamic indoor lighting. Easily accessible by car with limited street parking; check event schedules for entry and permission for interior photography. Quiet weekdays offer unobstructed,
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Small roadside pilgrimage chapel with intimate architecture, devotional statuary and stained glass — good for close-up detail, serene compositions and contextual shots with surrounding village lanes. Visit at golden hour or blue hour for warm facades and colored windows; overcast days reveal stone texture. Likely limited interior access—confirm opening hours and be respectful during services. Street parking nearby; medium accessibility on foot.
Bust of Albert I
A public bronze bust of King Albert I in central Tournai—good for intimate portrait studies and contextual shots tying the monument to nearby historic architecture (Tournai Cathedral and town square). Easy street-level access with no entry fee; best light during golden hour or soft overcast for even detail. Weekday mornings have fewer pedestrians; parking is available on nearby streets and public lots. Cultural note: Albert I is a Belgian WWI icon—capture commemorative plaques and surrounding la
Queen Astrid Park
Small, formal urban park in central Tournai with tree-lined promenades, a reflective pond, sculptural details and seasonal flowerbeds. Best for intimate landscape and waterscape shots — autumn foliage and spring blooms are most photogenic. Visit at golden hour or blue hour for warm side light and calm reflections. Public, free entry; easy access on foot from the city center and train station; nearby street parking and public lots. Weekday mornings are quieter.
Monument aux morts
A small town World War I/II memorial set at street level in Antoing, featuring sculpted figures and engraved names—ideal for intimate historical and architectural shots. Visit at golden hour or blue hour for warm side light and long shadows; overcast days bring out stone texture. Easily accessible from Rue du Petit Pavé with on-street parking; no entry fees but observe quiet and respect. Weekday mornings are least crowded.
Monument aux morts WW-II
A WWII memorial in Antoing honoring the fallen — strong geometric stone forms, plaques and sculpted details make for intimate commemorative images and wider contextual shots including the surrounding trees and road. Visit at golden hour or on overcast days for moody light. The site is roadside (Chaussée de Tournai), easily accessible on foot or by car; street parking nearby. No entry fees; observe quiet, respectful behavior. Weekday mornings are least crowded.
Croix Celtique de Fontenoy
A stone Celtic cross set beside quiet rural roads near Fontenoy — shoot its sculptural silhouette against wide skies and surrounding fields. Best at golden hour or overcast for moody texture. Easy roadside access and informal parking; no entry fees. Respect local privacy and any memorial significance.
Fresque HuskMitNavn - Asphalte 2014
Large, colorful 2014 mural by Asphalte/HuskMitNavn on Bd Alfred de Fontaine — striking portrait-style street art set against Charleroi's industrial boulevards. Easy street-level access with no entry fee; reachable by bus/tram and on-street parking. Best at golden hour or on overcast days for even color; weekdays are quieter. Part of Charleroi's urban art movement, good for context shots combining mural and city fabric.
Repère naturel de Launoy
Small natural reserve with ponds, reedbeds, mature trees and meadow edges—great for intimate landscapes, reflections, waterbirds and seasonal plants. Best light at sunrise/sunset for warm side-light and reflections; late spring–early autumn for birds and wildflowers. Easily reached from Rue Launoy; limited roadside parking. No entry fee; paths are informal—wear waterproof shoes if wet.
Le Petit Train de La Louvière
Le Petit Train de La Louvière is a colorful tourist narrow-gauge train that winds through the town center and industrial heritage sites. Photograph the vintage carriages against La Louvière’s brick industrial backdrop, station details, and candid passenger moments. Best at golden hour for warm side-light on carriages; weekdays or early mornings avoid crowds. Accessible on Rue Gustave Boël with nearby street parking and short walks to boarding points—tickets sold on-site or on the train. Compact,
Charleroi City Sign
Bold, oversized city letters on the quay at Gare du Sud make a graphic urban subject against Charleroi’s industrial / rail backdrop. Shoot for strong leading lines, reflections on wet pavement, and night illumination; easy to reach by train with nearby street parking and tram links. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm light or lit signage; weekdays are quieter. No entry fee; be mindful of passing traffic and local commuters.
Statue Paul Pastur
Bronze statue of Paul Pastur sits on the pedestrian boulevard of Bd Solvay near the University campus — a compact urban subject framed by modern buildings, street furniture and wet pavements. Best at golden hour or after rain for warm light and reflective surfaces. Easily reachable on foot or by tram/bus; short walk from parking zones. No entry fee; accessible at all times. Weekday mornings are quieter for unobstructed compositions.
Square de la Constitution
A compact civic square in Marcinelle framed by mature trees, municipal buildings and local monuments — good for intimate urban scenes, architectural details and seasonal foliage. Visit at golden hour for warm light on stone facades; weekday mornings are quieter. Easily accessible on foot or by local bus; street parking and nearby public lots available. No entry fee; respect local residents and any memorials.
HISTOIRE Association
Small local history association housed in a period building on Rue du Maréchal de Saxe — shoot exterior façades, signage, interior displays and archival material for documentary-style images. Best light: early morning or late afternoon for warm side-light on stonework. Limited public hours likely; contact ahead for interior access. Street parking nearby; Antoing town center is walkable. Good for cultural-context shots and detail work on vintage objects.
Le petit Bois
Le petit Bois is a small urban wood in Charleroi offering intimate tree-lined paths, textured bark, seasonal foliage and pocketed clearings — great for moody forest scenes, close-up nature details, and environmental portraits. Easy street access with informal parking; no entry fee. Best at golden hour or after rain when leaves and paths reflect light. Weekday mornings have few people. Beware muddy trails in wet weather.
L'horloge de Ath
A historic public clock mounted on a town building in central Ath—ideal for architectural detail shots, street-context frames and timepiece close-ups. Best at golden hour or after rain for reflections; evenings for moody sky silhouettes. Easily accessible on Rue de la Station with street parking and short walks from the train station; no entry required. Capture also the surrounding urban fabric and occasional local events (Ath Giants procession) to add cultural context.
Monument aux morts
A World War memorial in Gerpinnes offering statuary, engraved names and formal landscaping—ideal for respectful detail portraits and wide compositions that place the monument in its village context. Visit at golden hour or soft overcast for even light; weekday mornings have few visitors. Easily accessible from local streets with limited free parking. Observe quiet and any local commemorative events.
Laser Game La Louviere
Indoor laser tag arena with dramatic neon lights, smoke, mirrored surfaces and dynamic player action—great for low-light, high-contrast and abstract light-trail images. Visit weekdays or early evenings to avoid peak crowds; weekends are busiest. Ask staff for permission before shooting; many venues restrict flash or tripods. On-site parking at the leisure complex; easily reached by car from La Louvière. Compact, safe environment ideal for creative portraits and motion studies.
AMDC001
A compact historic arsenal/industrial block on Rue Arsenal offering textured brick facades, ironwork details and a small courtyard/street scene — good for architectural detail shots, moody urban compositions and context shots linking building to Rue Arsenal. Best light is early morning or late afternoon for warm side lighting and long shadows; weekdays are quieter for unobstructed frames. Street-level access; check local opening hours if you want interior or courtyard access. On-street parking &
Fresque murale
Large public mural on Rue César Despretz in central Lessines — colorful street art that fills a façade and rewards both wide compositions and close-detail shots. Easily reachable on foot with on-street parking nearby; no entry fee. Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft side light and fewer pedestrians; overcast days bring even color rendering. Respect local residents and avoid blocking the sidewalk.
Les tours Marvis
Les tours Marvis are paired medieval stone towers and fortifications in central Tournai — compelling for textures, crenellations and vertical silhouettes against sky. Best at golden hour or blue hour when stone warms and artificial lights accentuate details. Easily reached on foot from Tournai center; street parking and small lots nearby. No formal entry required to photograph exteriors; watch for pedestrians and traffic. Weekday mornings are quieter; overcast days emphasize textures.
Jungle City - Amusement park
Indoor jungle-themed amusement park with colorful play structures, rope bridges, slides and themed décor — great for dynamic action shots, detail textures and environmental portraits. Visit weekday mornings or off-peak afternoons for fewer families. Lighting is mixed artificial (warm LEDs) and skylights; expect contrasty highlights and deep shadows. Site is accessible from Quai des Vicinaux with nearby parking; paid entry and parental supervision rules apply. Useful for lifestyle, kid-action and
Parc du musée de la Photographie
Small formal park surrounding the Musée de la Photographie offering sculptural elements, mature trees, lawns and the museum’s striking façade. Good for combining architectural details with landscaped frames. Visit at golden hour or overcast afternoons for even light; weekday mornings are quieter. Park paths are accessible and free to enter; museum exhibits and interior shoots require museum hours and ticketing. Street parking and a small lot nearby; expect seasonal leaf and blossom changes.
l'Eau d'Heure
l'Eau d'Heure is Belgium’s largest lake/reservoir complex — sweeping water, marinas, beaches and the dramatic Plate-Taille dam. Shoot wide waterscapes, reflective dawns, dynamic cloudscapes and human-scale marina scenes. Best at sunrise or sunset for warm light and reflections; blue hour yields long-exposure shots of the dam and lights. Easily reached from Charleroi by car; multiple parking areas and walking paths. Weekends bring anglers and families; weekdays and early mornings are quieter. No‑
Escaliers des Rames
A gritty, geometric urban stairway in Charleroi offering strong leading lines, repetitive steps, railings and textured concrete — ideal for minimalist compositions, symmetry and gritty street portraits. Best at golden hour or blue hour for soft side light and long shadows. Public, free access from Rue de Dampremy; weekdays are quieter. Limited street parking; wear comfortable shoes for steep steps. The staircase reflects Charleroi’s industrial, working‑class character and local graffiti art.
Parc François de Gavre de Monceau-sur-Sambre
Small riverside urban park near the Sambre in Charleroi with mature trees, lawns, paths and water features—good for intimate landscape, seasonal foliage and quiet city-nature contrasts. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm side-light and reflections; spring and autumn offer strongest color. Easily accessible on foot or by tram/bus; free entry and limited street parking at Place Verte. Weekday mornings are least crowded.
Jungle goolfy
Jungle Goolfy is a themed indoor mini-golf course with vibrant jungle sets, props and colored lighting — great for playful portraits, close-ups of textures and neon-lit action shots. Best visited on weekday evenings for dramatic artificial light or weekday mornings for fewer families. Indoor venue with paid entry and timed slots; book online on busy weekends. Street parking and paid lots near Quai des Vicinaux; accessible on foot from Tournai center.
Serment de l'entrée du Réduit des Sions
A small commemorative monument on Tournai’s Grand-Place, ideal for capturing civic architecture and lively square scenes. Shoot the sculpted stone against the surrounding medieval façades and Belfry for context. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm light and illuminated buildings; weekdays and early mornings reduce crowds. Easily accessible on foot from central parking; outdoor, no entry fee. Watch for market days which add color but more people.
Al assaad
Al Assaad is a neighborhood Lebanese/Syrian restaurant in the TOURNAI Aqua complex — shoot vivid food close-ups, atmospheric interior scenes, and candid street/entrance shots showing diners and signage. Best at blue hour and early evening when interior lamps contrast cooler outdoor light. Accessible by car with mall parking; check with staff before photographing people or food prep. Weekdays and early evenings are quieter; modest entry requirements (no fee).
Foumi le Pirate
Foumi le Pirate is a small pirate-themed café/bar in La Louvière offering colorful interior props, nautical decor and lively street frontage — useful for intimate interior, environmental portraits and street scenes. Best visited at golden hour or early evening when window light and exterior signage glow. Easy street parking nearby; wheelchair access may be limited. No formal entry fee; ask before photographing patrons. Combine with nearby Canal du Centre for wider urban context.
Bugara Fabrice
Small-town address likely housing a local business or residence in Pont-à-Celles—good for intimate street and architectural details: façades, signage, doorways, cobbled streets and everyday life. Visit morning or late afternoon for soft side-light; weekdays are quieter for unobstructed shots. On-street parking available; be respectful of private property and local residents. Great for moody close-ups and contextual environmental portraits that capture Belgian village character.
Statue - Buste Reine Astrid
Outdoor bronze bust of Queen Astrid on Boulevard Audent in Charleroi — a compact subject that works for intimate portraits and contextual urban frames. Photograph details of the sculpture, plaque and patina, plus the boulevard for environmental storytelling. Best at golden hour for warm side-lighting; overcast days reveal surface texture. Easily accessible on foot with street parking nearby; no entry fee. Weekday mornings are quieter. Cultural note: Astrid is a beloved Belgian queen, giving theÂ
Square Roland Dorgeles
Small town square in Antoing with traditional Belgian houses, mature trees and civic monuments — ideal for intimate street and architectural shots, seasonal foliage and quiet human-interest scenes. Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft directional light and long shadows; weekdays avoid local activity. Easily accessible on foot from Antoing center with limited on-street parking; no entry fees. Modest subjects make it useful for practicing composition, color studies and shallow-depth-of‑v
Minijones La louvière
Minijones La Louvière is an indoor themed mini‑golf and family entertainment venue with colorful sets, props and playful lighting — great for vibrant environmental portraits, motion shots of players and closeups of whimsical details. Visit on weekday mornings/late afternoons for fewer families; evenings and weekends are busiest and offer dynamic action. Lighting is mixed artificial: bring fast glass or a camera with good high‑ISO performance. Site is accessible from Av. de Wallonie with nearby停车
Allard Arnaud / Allard élagage
A local arboriculture yard and tree-service base—photograph work vehicles, stacked timber, chainsaw art and seasonal tree silhouettes against low skies. Offers gritty industrial/nature contrast in a small-town setting. Site is private; request permission before shooting. Best light is golden hour or overcast afternoons for even detail. Street parking nearby; accessible on foot or by car. Expect occasional active work—observe safety and local regulations.