A charming 16th century castle with some impressive Italian gardens.
A rare architectural gem! Belgium has lots of castles, but not many in the Mosan Renaissance style of the 16th century. Jehay is a 16th century moated castle known for its beauty and cute gardens. Once upon a time, the castle was owned by a local count.
Undergoing renovation: during renovations, you can’t visit the inside of the castle. Most of the castle is covered by scaffolds, but you can see some of it. Bright side: the gardens are open and the entry fee is reduced!
The gardens
Jehay Castle is a popular place to take a stroll in the gardens. There’s Italian gardens with lime trees, cute water features and more. Keep your eyes peeled for the copper statues in the gardens - some are weirder than others!
Jehay also has a veggie garden at the very edge. It dates back to the 19th century. These days, it’s protected by a charming wall. Explore the 1 hectare vegetable garden to discover fruit trees and pretty, edible flowers.
Tips and Tricks
- No dogs allowed!
- Wander the gardens and you’ll find an icehouse from the 19th century that was used to keep ice back when we didn’t have fridges.
- Currently undergoing renovation; only visits to the gardens are allowed.
Getting There
- By Car: car parking available on site
- By Bus: close to bus stop JEHAY Château. Bus 245 stops here
Tu to F, 14:00 to 18:00
Sa to Su, 11:00 to 18:00
All seasons
Gardens: Adults 2.50€, Kids free
Gardens & exhibits: Adults 5€, Kids (7-12) 3€
Open; gardens are open but you must book a timeslot online