So, what have you planned for the long weekends in May 2026? 🌸
Whether you want to breathe the fresh air, get lost in the forest with the kids, run away as a couple, or go on wild adventures with a group of friends, we searched... and we found (you know us 😏)! 9 ideas for weekends and getaways in Luxembourg, Belgium, and France that make you want to pack your bags right now. Yes, right now.
A little reminder of the holidays for those not paying attention in the back of the class:
Friday, May 1st (3-day weekend 🎉)
Saturday, May 9th: Europe Day (well... no long weekend here)
Thursday, May 14th: Ascension (come on, take the Friday off and BAM, 4 days)
Monday, May 25th: Pentecost (another 3-day weekend)
3 NATURE GETAWAYS TO RECHARGE YOUR BATTERIES
MOUNTAIN ESCAPE: WEEKEND AT PORTES DU SOLEIL
Mountain fan? Head to the Alps! We recommend a weekend at Portes du Soleil! From Lake Geneva to the iconic peaks of the Dents du Midi, the area is full of hiking trails with 800 km of marked paths and 27 ski lifts to facilitate the ascent. It's the perfect opportunity to recharge, get some exercise, and discover breathtaking landscapes 🏔️.
Snow-capped peaks, lush green forests, and pure waterfalls... In May, wildlife and flora awaken, temperatures are pleasant, and the resorts offer a variety of activities: hiking, mountain biking, or simply strolling and breathing in the fresh alpine air. It's also the ideal time to take advantage of attractive offers on accommodations, activities, and equipment rentals.
📍Portes du Soleil, Chablais massif, Haute-Savoie - FR
AQUASCOPE: A NATURE ESCAPADE FOR THE CURIOUS
In Virelles, at the gates of the National Park of Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse, the Aquascope is a little paradise for nature lovers! Ponds and wild rivers, trails to explore, and observatories to catch birds in their daily routine 🐦⬛.
It's a bit like a wildlife documentary... except this time, you're the explorer! Herons, dragonflies, and bees await you in the cabinet of curiosities, the viewing tower, and the didactic beehive 🐝.
After all these discoveries, relax on the panoramic terrace and enjoy a home-cooked meal prepared with local and fair-trade products.
Fancy an adventure? The interactive map guides you to activities, itineraries and access points!
📍Rue du Lac 42, Virelles - BE
HEADING TO HAUTE-SÛRE FOR A BREATH OF FRESH AIR
No need to go to the other side of the world to disconnect. The Haute-Sûre Nature Park is a little paradise to slow down the pace.
Walks around the lake, hikes in the forests, charming little villages... Here, time slows down (and so does your phone, because sometimes the network disappears, and honestly, it's refreshing).
With its 230 km² of preserved nature, the park can be explored on foot, by bike, or even on the lake aboard a solar boat 🚤.
And to complete the walk, make a stop at the Park House: a former drapery turned visitor center, it tells the story of the region and offers good local products to take home.
📍Haute-Sûre Nature Park, Esch-sur-Sûre - LU
3 DESTINATIONS FOR A FAMILY GETAWAY
FAMILY ESCAPADE AT CENTER PARCS: LES TROIS FORÊTS
A rejuvenating experience amidst the fir trees, at the foot of the Vosges, sound tempting? 🌲
With family, defy gravity on 7 slides, including the legendary Master Blaster, at the Aqua Mundo.
But that's just the beginning! Climbing, mini-golf, archery, paintball, canoeing, pétanque, kids' safari, and augmented reality activities... Just a heads up: 3 days won’t be enough to try everything, but you'll have plenty to keep busy!
And for a moment of pure relaxation #adultonly, the Spa Deep Nature® welcomes you with hammams, salt cabins, panoramic sauna, outdoor pool, and à-la-carte massages 🌿💆♀️, while the little ones have fun in the wild river: you get to enjoy!
The Domaine offers accommodations for 2 to 12 people, nestled in the heart of the forest, for a peaceful and warm stay. So, are we booking?
📍Les Trois Forêts, Rue de Bertrambois, Hattigny - FR
A FAMILY WEEKEND AT THE GROTTES DE HAN
Looking to be amazed? Head to the Domaine des Grottes de Han, one of the most impressive natural sites in Belgium. Explore the Grotte de Han: mysterious galleries, gigantic halls, stalactites, stalagmites, and an underground river… 🪨✨.
But the exploration doesn't stop there! The Animal Park takes you across 250 hectares to meet brown bears, wolves, bison, lynxes... (more than 650 animals await you). For thrill seekers, their new tree climbing Tree Experience propels you into an incredible playground suspended between sky and earth.
If you come during the Ascension weekend, look up: from May 14 to 17, 2026, the Han-Vol et Vous Balloon Festival colors the sky of Famenne. Dozens of hot air balloons take off above the Lesse valley… a magical spectacle.
To extend the adventure, discover their unusual accommodations and spend the night in a Tree Tent, suspended between the trees 🌙
📍Rue J. Lamotte 2, Han-sur-Lesse - BE
A UNIQUE FAMILY EXPERIENCE AT THE ROBBESSCHEIER
Robbesscheier, in the heart of the Our Nature Park in Munshausen, offers you a journey through nature and rural crafts of northern Luxembourg.
Accompanied by an animator, young and old can try a dozen activities: wool weaving, beeswax candle making, an introduction to forging, building wooden objects... including the carriage rides or mini-farm, essential to amaze the whole family 🐑✨
And for children in search of movement, discover the Déierenolympiad: a unique program of sports and educational workshops inspired by the animal world. Games, nature, and animal encounters come together to get children moving in a different way while having fun.
Want to stay a little longer and visit the surroundings? The various accommodations on the estate, just 5 minutes from Clervaux, guarantee you a comfortable stay in the heart of Luxembourg's nature.
📍1, Frummeschgaass, Munshausen - LU
3 ROMANTIC WEEKENDS FOR THE MAY BANK HOLIDAYS
A SPARKLING WEEKEND AT THE ROYAL CHAMPAGNE
If you want to score points (a lot of points 😏), book a weekend at the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa. Nestled in the heart of the Champagne vineyards, this place is simply MAGICAL: panoramic spa, refined gastronomy, breathtaking landscapes… 🥂
Once a postal relay where the kings of France stopped before their coronation in Reims, this hotel is the perfect address for great lovers... of vineyards! Behind its modern architecture, the hotel offers luxurious spaces, a vast 1,500 m² spa, and spacious rooms (with a superb view of the Marne Valley).
On the gastronomy side, you have a choice: Le Royal, Michelin-starred, for an impressive dinner, or the Bellevue, bistronomic and warm for a more relaxed yet always delicious meal.
And if you're a fan of sunsets and sparkling glasses, head to the terrace of the Abysse Bar: the perfect spot to enjoy the view and the moment 🌅.
Our little tip to impress your sweetheart: a bike ride through the vineyards, followed by a duo treatment at the spa.
📍9 rue de la République, Champillon - FR
GETAWAY FOR TWO FACING THE USSELDANGE CASTLE
Facing the Usseldange Castle and by the riverside, the Péitche Lauer is the perfect hideaway for a weekend for two. Here, you take the time to breathe, stroll hand in hand, and savor every moment between nature and rustic charm.
After a bike ride or a short hike, settle into a cozy room or into a MushRoom perched on stilts, for an unusual night above the water, lulled by the river's murmur 💑
On the brasserie side, Chef Raoul offers local, simple, and flavorful dishes, perfect for a romantic dinner in a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
Make sure not to miss visiting the Usseldange Castle! Each year, medieval festivals and other events with music, knight games, and animations bring the walls back to life ⚔️.
To unwind, choose the Réidener Schwemm pool, which has the longest water slide in Luxembourg, and enjoy the large wellness area.
📍4 Am Tremel, Useldange - LU
A ROMANTIC GETAWAY AT DOMAINE SUR LES SARTS
Want to disconnect from the world for a few days? Head towards the Domaine sur Les Sarts, an 18th-century castle-farm nestled in the heart of Condroz, at the doorstep of the Ardennes. A charming place exclusively for adults, where relaxation, gastronomy, and nature live in perfect harmony 🌿.
An address where everything invites you to slow down and enjoy: biological swimming pond, heated pool, Nordic bath, panoramic sauna, petanque court, and relaxation corners to do nothing... or almost. The Naturessence spa, located in a former barn, promises a true moment of letting go with jacuzzi, sauna, and wellness spaces designed to forget the daily grind.
And when you lift your head out of the water (or the sauna), the Condroz awaits: charming villages, rolling landscapes, and castles. In short, the perfect setting for a romantic getaway in the countryside ✨.
📍Rue sur Les Sarts, 79A, Ohey - BE
And if your ideal plan is simply to relax, we also have plenty of ideas for spa weekends to discover right here.
