Dinant sits tightly between the Meuse River and steep limestone cliffs so the town feels long narrow and shaped by the landscape around it. The riverside is lined with cafés and slender buildings whose façades reflect in the calm water while the Collegiate Church with its onion shaped dome stands close to the bridge and anchors the view. Streets run parallel to the river and rise quickly toward the rock where paths and steps lead to quieter spots. The cliffs frame everything and give the town a dramatic profile that feels both sheltered and open toward the water.
Part of: Belgium