Le château fort de Fallais
Château de Fallais: An imposing fortress in the heart of Wallonia
Standing proudly in the Walloon landscape, Château de Fallais is distinguished by its imposing silhouette, like a majestic quadrilateral enhanced by circular towers defending its corners. Built of brick and ashlar, the castle's solidity is a testament to the centuries of history it bears within its walls.
At its centre, a keep stands like a vigilant guardian, while four corner towers complete the defensive system, offering an unrestricted view of the surrounding area. The castle's slate-tiled roofs crown the ensemble with elegance, giving the building an undeniable charm.
More than just a monument, Château de Fallais is a true work of medieval architecture, a symbol of power and refinement that invites you to travel back in time. Its walls, steeped in history, whisper tales of the knights and lords who once occupied its grounds, while its peaceful gardens offer visitors a haven of peace.
- In general
- in wheelchair An information sheet is available for the accessibility of people in wheelchair
- walking with difficulties An information sheet is available for the accessibility of people walking with difficulties
- blind An information sheet is available for the accessibility of people blind
- visualy impaired An information sheet is available for the accessibility of people visualy impaired
- deaf An information sheet is available for the accessibility of people deaf
- hard of hearing Independently accessible to people hard of hearing
- with difficulty understanding Independently accessible to people with difficulty understanding
In general
Strong points
Parking
- It is possible to drop a person off near the entrance.
Identification
- The building is easy to find.
People in weelchair
Strong points
Parking
- There is at least 1 reserved parking space less than 100 metres from the entrance.
- The reserved parking spaces are sufficiently big and horizontal.
Entrance
- The building is easy to identify.
- The entrance is easy to identify.
Horizontal circulation
- There is no step to negotiate.
- The floor is regular .
- The width of the hallways is sufficient.
Exposition
- All the content of the exhibition is accessible and visible.
Points of attention
Parking
- The surface of the parking space is not adapted.
Access road from the car park
- The floor is irregular.
- The floor is hardly passable.
Entrance
- There are steps in the entrance.
Adapted sanitary
- There is no adapted toilet.
People walking with difficulties
Strong points
Parking
- There is at least 1 reserved parking space less than 50 metres from the entrance.
- There is at least 1 parking space less than 50 metres from the entrance.
- The reserved parking spaces are sufficiently big and horizontal.
Entrance
- The entrance is easy to identify.
- The building is easy to identify.
Exposition
- There are seats in every space of the exhibition.
Points of attention
Access road from the street
- The floor is irregular.
- The floor is hardly passable in some places.
Entrance
- There are more than 3 steps in the entrance.
Adapted sanitary
- There are no grab bars in the toilet.
Personnes aveugles
Strong points
Access road from the car park
- The dangerous objects in the pathway are secured.
- Circulation is free from obstacles.
Guide dog
- Assistance dogs are accepted.
Entrance
- The entrance is easy to identify.
- The entrance is located in the logical continuation of the pathway.
Horizontal circulation
- The dangerous objects in the pathway are secured.
- Circulation is free from obstacles.
Points of attention
Exposition
- No adapted tours are planned.
Personnes malvoyantes
Strong points
Access road from the car park
- Natural or artificial guide-lines facilitate circulation.
- There are no obstacles.
Entrance
- The entrance is easy to identify.
- The entrance is located in the logical continuation of the pathway.
Horizontal circulation
- Circulation is free from obstacles.
- The dangerous objects in the pathway are secured.
Points of attention
Exposition
- There is no visitor guide in large characters.
- No adapted tours are planned.
Personnes sourdes
Strong points
Parking
- The car park is freely accessible.
Entrance
- The entrance is easy to find.
- The building is easy to find.
Light
- The lighting is sufficient and allows lip reading.
Points of attention
Exposition
- There is no easy to read support.
- There are no organised guided tours in sign language.
Personnes malentendantes
Strong points
Entrance
- The entrance is easy to find.
- The building is easy to find.
Exposition
- The environment is calm.
- An adapted visit is available upon prior request .
Personnes avec difficultés de compréhension
The Château-fort de Fallais offers fun and immersive tours specially designed for nursery school children.
Visits for nursery school children can easily be adapted to the needs of people with a mental disability.
Strong points
Entrance
- The entrance is easy to find.
- The building is easy to find.
Horizontal circulation
- The location is calm and well lit.
Adapted sanitary
- The toilets are easy to find.
Exposition
- Guided visits adapted to children are organised.