Journey to the Origins of the World

Journey to the Origins of the World…

The Cave of Han, a miracle of nature

Discover one of the most beautiful caves in Europe. A journey to the centre of the Earth, exploring countless geological treasures...

Explore the Cave

The Wildlife Park, back to nature

Surrounded by unspoilt nature, come and meet the many animal species that live or once lived in our area.

  • Exclusive winter visits

    16/11 > 09/02

    Experience the magic of winter with our exclusive visits to the Domain... Admire stunning winter landscapes in the Wildlife Park and travel through the scintillating underground world of the Cave of Han...

    On weekends from 16/11/2024 to 09/02/2025, except during the winter holidays, when regular opening hours will apply.

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  • Exclusive winter visits

    16/11 > 09/02

    Experience the magic of winter with our exclusive visits to the Domain... Admire stunning winter landscapes in the Wildlife Park and travel through the scintillating underground world of the Cave of Han...

    On weekends from 16/11/2024 to 09/02/2025, except during the winter holidays, when regular opening hours will apply.

    More information

Our pledge to nature

Because we are conscious of the infinite beauty of the Cave and the Park, the Domain of the Caves of Han strives to strike a balance between the Cave’s “career” as a show cave and our desire to preserve our natural heritage. Thanks to our eco-friendly stance, we can ensure that the authentic and wild nature surrounding us is protected and preserved.

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Sleeping in Cocoon Village

Enjoy top-of-the-range glamping in the heart of the Domain of the Caves of Han!

Treat yourself to a relaxing break in a lovely natural setting, in the heart of the charming village of Han-sur-Lesse. Experience an extraordinary adventure, livened up by a wide array of activities and entertainment. Enjoy an unforgettable stay with your family or friends at the Domain of the Caves of Han!

News

  • Exclusive winter visits: from 16/11 to 15/12 and from 11/01 to 09/02

    06/10/2024

    Admire stunning winter landscapes in the Wildlife Park or travel through the scintillating underground world of the Cave of Han, accompanied by a guide.

  • Winter holidays at the Domain: from 21/12 to 05/01

    03/10/2024

    Immerse yourself in the wonders of winter at the Domain, from 21/12 to 05/01 (except on 25/12 and 01/01)! The Holly King and the elf Nisse will welcome you to our artisanal Christmas market...

  • Still looking for the perfect gift?

    02/10/2024

    Winter is almost at our doorstep and so is its seasonal magic! Give the perfect gift to your loved ones: a magical experience in the heart of nature, in our stunning 250 hectares Domain!

  • Hanlloween: the invisible world reveals itself...

    17/09/2024

    From 19 October to 3 November 2024, enjoy the fantastic and mysterious world of Halloween all over the Domain. The surprising performances and unusual encounters will make you shiver with pleasure!

  • Red deer rut: experience the fierce battles of the King of the Forest

    13/09/2024

    Come and admire one of Mother Nature’s finest wildlife spectacles and discover the beautiful landscapes of the late summer, from September 13 to October 6!

  • AgriNature photo exhibition in the Domain's reception area

    11/09/2024

    Come and discover this wonderful photo exhibition with pictures from the AgriNature photography competition on the Domain's reception plain, from 13 September to 4 October!

  • The Cocoon Village: enjoy top notch glamping in our cosy Cocoon tents

    12/08/2024

    Immerse yourself into nature, discover the Domain from a different angle and experience a dazzling array of exclusive activites, from dusk till dawn, both in the Wildlife Park and in the Cave!

  • The CRAF archaeologists on site for the next 3 weeks: quite a story!

    11/08/2024

    For 3 weeks, from August 6 to 24, the CRAF (Centre de Recherches Archéologiques Fluviales) will be in Han-sur-Lesse to continue its excavations in the Lesse, just outside the Cave of Han!

  • A moving moment at the Domain: our 5 young storks have taken flight!

    07/08/2024

    This Tuesday, August 6, an important milestone awaited the five young storks born in Han-sur-Lesse: their flight to freedom!

  • Another significant event for Walloon biodiversity: the Domain has reintroduced 2.500 green tree frogs!

    29/07/2024

    For the third year in a row, the Domain of the Caves of Han has taken part in the Walloon species preservation programme for the green tree frog, initiated by Natagora.

  • Many exclusive visits all summer long!

    01/07/2024

    Why not explore the Domain from a different angle this summer? Discover our range of exclusive visits!

  • 6 grey wolf cubs have just revealed their cute snouts on the Domain

    21/06/2024

    Mother Nature just can't seem to stop showering us with lovely surprises! The Baby Boom continues on the Domain of the Caves of Han with the birth of six grey wolf cubs!

  • Our membership? A year filled with amazing experiences!

    11/06/2024

    Want to enjoy the wonders of nature all year round? The membership offers you one year's unlimited access to the Domain, as well as discounts on many exclusive visits and many other advantages!

  • Baby boom in the Widllife Park

    23/05/2024

    During the spring season, Mother Nature is particulary generous: many baby animals have been born in the Wildlife Park! Arctic wolf pups, grey wolf pups, storklets, auroch calfs, fawns...

  • Reintroduction of 2 young lynxes in German forests

    06/05/2024

    The Domain of the Caves of Han is delighted and proud to announce that two Carpathian baby lynxes, born in the Wildlife Park in 2023, are soon to be released into the wild in Germany!

  • From 9 to 12 May, come and feast your eyes during the Hot-air balloon festival "Han-Vol et Vous !" in Han-sur-Lesse

    01/05/2024

    During 4 days, this event will be held on the Domain of the Caves of Han’s visitor reception plain. Every day you can admire 40 hot-air balloons taking off and enjoy a dazzling array of events!

  • Alice in the wondrous Land of Han: festivities at the Domain from 01 to 05/05!

    21/04/2024

    From 1 to 5 May, the Domain will be celebrating spring with Alice and the White Rabbit! There will be surprising artists, costumed characters, make-up artists and a big craft market!

  • Our restaurant Le Pavillon was awarded the Bistrot de Terroir® label!

    19/04/2024

    Great news! Our restaurant Le Pavillon has just been awarded the Bistrot de Terroir® label! A guarantee of quality and conviviality.

  • A glamping getaway in the heart of nature in the Domain of the Caves of Han!

    03/04/2024

    Wake up to birdsong in the Tree Tents in the heart of the Wildlife Park, or enjoy an enchanted interlude in the Cocoon Village. The Domain of the Caves of Han can make your childhood dream come true!

  • An eventful year brimming with exclusive visits!

    04/03/2024

    Spring is just around the corner, and so are the very first exclusive visits to the Domain... So why not explore the Domain from a different angle?

  • Coldplay or Queen? Experience a Candlelight concert in the Cave of Han!

    27/02/2024

    Following its success in over 100 cities around the world, this multi-sensory musical experience will take place in the Cave of Han on 27 April!

  • Carnival of the Animals: come and enjoy 6 fun-packed and eventful days at the Domain

    08/02/2024

    From February 16 to 18 and March 1 to 3, come and enjoy the colourful atmosphere of the Carnival of the Animals. Wacky animals will roam the plain and entertain you with their quirky perfomances!

  • The Domain has reopened on Saturday 10 February!

    07/02/2024

    The 2024 season has officially been launched! The Domain of the Caves of Han reopened its doors on Saturday 10 February and will be open every day until 10 March!

  • The Domain is hiring!

    16/01/2024

    An extraordinary office, at the heart of nature! Ready? Join our team at the Domain of the Caves of Han and help us make the 2024 season a wonderful and unforgettable experience for our visitors!

  • Reintroduction of the green tree frog: a significant event for Walloon biodiversity!

    21/08/2023

    After quite a long “incubation period” and a lot of prep and planning, 400 green tree frogs have been released in the Famenne area!

  • Birth of 2 lynx cubs

    10/08/2023

    This week, Mother Nature surprised the carers working at the Wildlife Park with a wonderful gift! They were delighted to spot 2 cute balls of fur in the Carpathian Lynx's living area.

  • Babyboom in the Wildlife Park

    09/06/2023

    The sunny days are back... and, over the past few weeks, a good many natalities have brightened up life in the Park!

  • Bubocam: follow the adventures of our wild eagle-owl owlets

    19/05/2023

    3 baby eagle-owls were born in the Faule Rocks of the Wildlife Park... Discover the most beautiful images of this species thanks to our "Bubocam" observation camera!

  • Wolves here, wolves there, wolves everywhere!

    17/05/2023

    In May and June, we celebrate wolf month at the Domain of the Caves of Han! Come and admire our cute arctic wolf pups, our new pack of grey wolves and discover their fascinating secrets!

  • Discover the Secret Forest...

    10/06/2022

    ​A mysterious and hitherto unexplored forest, sublimated by unexpected works of art... An artistic gem you can discover as of 1 July along the Wildlife Park's Walking trail!

  • World Biodiversity Day

    22/05/2022

    Did you know that the Domain of the Caves of Han is committed to preservering biodiversity? We take part in a large number of conservation breeding and reintroduction programs for endangered species.

  • Baby boom in the Widllife Park

    12/05/2022

    A whole host of births have brightened up life in the Wildlife Park in recent weeks: 1 Przewalski foal, 1 European bison, several mouflons and boar piglets, 3 baby aurochs.. and wolverine triplets!

  • Secrets of Wildlife: follow the adventures of 3 wild baby eagle-owls!

    25/04/2022

    Did you know that many wild species be they animal or vegetal, sometimes settle in the Domain of the Caves of Han for good? This is why we created a new instagram account called "Secrets of Wildlife".

  • New guests in our Wildlife Park

    04/03/2022

    The 2022 season has started with a bang in the Wildlife Park with the recent arrival of 3 grey wolves and 5 reindeer.

  • Hanlloween evening shows: spend a horrific evening in the Domain

    11/10/2021

    Creepy evening visits, with a 2 km walk through the darkness that has descended on the Wildlife Park where a string of strange events are about to take place!

  • Baby boom in the Wildlife Park!

    10/06/2021

    It's springtime, and we are delighted to welcome many baby animals in the Domain of the Caves of Han's Wildlife Park. Keysa, the female of the arctic wolves, just gave birth to 5 wolf cubs!

  • 2021 special visits: discover the Domain from a different angle

    21/04/2021

    All year round, the Domain of the Caves of Han offers a dazzling array of special visits. The perfect occasion to learn more about the Cave of Han and the European animals that roam the Wildlife Park!

  • Nature wakes up from her winter slumber!

    02/04/2021

    A few days ago, spring started to work its magic on the Wildlife Park... Nature gently awakens after its winter slumber, treating us to a beautiful nature show!

  • Baby shower in the heart of winter

    21/01/2021

    In the heart of winter, a baby aurochs was born. We are really of to a fantastic start this year with this lovely present from Mother Nature!

  • Birth of 6 arctic wolf pups

    18/05/2020

    Recently, we welcomed two baby wolverines and were absolutely delighted when the arctic wolf family welcomed several new family members; a delightfully cute litter of 6 arctic pups!

  • Origin

    11/05/2018

    A brand new immersive sound and light show, using innovative video-mapping and laser technology, plunges you into a succession of magical realms evoking the origins of the world and the Cave’s creati

  • The Domain at the heart of Belgium's very first UNESCO Global Geopark

    26/04/2018

    Fantastic news for the Domain of the Caves of Han! The Famenne-Ardenne Geopark, of which the Cave of Han is a major attraction, has just been accredited by UNESCO as a Global Geopark, the first of its