Where are we located in Bohan-sur-Semois?
The holiday home is situated on the banks of the Semois, surrounded by woodland. There are also plenty of leisure activities on offer: you can go hiking (hiking maps are available from the tourist office in Vresse or the newsagent’s in Bohan), canoeing and kayaking, cycling/mountain biking, fishing (subject to a licence) and so much more!
Bohan-sur-Semois, a hamlet of Vresse-sur-Semois, is Belgium’s southernmost village. This charming Ardennes village is beautifully nestled in the Semois Valley, in the south-east of the province of Namur. Bohan dates back to the 12th century (around 1190) and today has a population of around 400.
What makes Bohan so special is its unique location along the meandering Semois. The surroundings exude peace and nature, yet the village is brimming with recreational opportunities. Tourism plays an important role here, and Bohan is also renowned for its historic tobacco cultivation.
The village offers various amenities, such as a supermarket (Delhaize), a butcher’s, a clothes shop, a newsagent’s, a pizzeria and cosy cafés. There is no bank branch in Bohan itself; however, you can withdraw cash at Delhaize, and the nearest bank branch (Dexia) is in Vresse-sur-Semois, about 7 km away.
Vresse-sur-Semois is also known as the ‘Little Switzerland of Belgium’!
From Bohan, you can easily explore numerous picturesque villages in the surrounding area, such as Membre (known for its Italian organ), Bièvre with its Chapel of Our Lady, and other charming spots in the region.
Read: The most beautiful villages around Bohan that you simply must discover.
For more information about Bohan-sur-Semois, visit: www.bohan.be