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Golden Hour at Malou

Start with a drink in the shadow of the château, catch the last light over the valley, and end the evening in a historic pub.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:04

    Bistro de la Woluwe

    Pick up a coffee or a glass of wine at Bistro de la Woluwe. It is open late, so you can linger before the light changes.

  2. 16:24

    Château Malou - Kasteel Malou

    Walk through Malou Park to the château. The formal lawn offers a clear view toward the WSW. The sun is low, casting long shadows across the neoclassical façade.

  3. 17:04

    Château Malou - Kasteel Malou

    Stand on the lawn and watch the sun dip below the horizon. The valley of the Woluwe stream fills with twilight as the sky turns purple.

  4. 17:34

    À Livre Ouvert – Le Rat Conteur

    Stroll to À Livre Ouvert – Le Rat Conteur. It is open until 19:00, so you have time to browse the shelves as the evening sets in.

Local tip

The walk from the café to the château is short, but the park can be cool in January. Bring a layer.

Check before you go

  • À Livre Ouvert – Le Rat Conteur closes at 19:00 on weekdays and Saturdays. On Sundays it is closed. Check the route if you need to adjust the timing.

Worth knowing

  • À Livre Ouvert – Le Rat Conteur is open at 17:34 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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