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Discover the Europa's highest boat lift, allowing boats to cross a difference in level of 73 metres!

Visit the exhibition "Waterways of the Past, Present and Future" about the history of Belgian inland navigation and its future. Panorama and views over engine room.

Next, climb aboard a barge for a guided cruise to discover the hydraulic lifts - now a UNESCO World Heritage Site - standing witness to the region's industrial past,.

Boat not accessible to wheelchairs.

Dogs not allowed.

Opening times

• Boat life interior tour (interpretation centre and film) from February 22 to November 2: every day (except Mondays) from 10.00 to 18.00; last visits at 16.45 • Cruise from April 2 to October 31: every day (except Mondays and Tuesdays), departure at 10.00 and 14.00. Please arrive 30 minutes in advance. Prior booking highly recommended.

Price

• Boat life interior tour (interpretation centre and film): adults €10 - 60+, students (13-18): €8 - children (4-12) €5.50 - children (0-3) free of charge - Large family: €5.50 • Cruise: adults €18 - 60+, students (13-18) €15 - children (4-12) €12 - children (0-3) free of charge - Large family: €12 pp.

Guided tour

Barge tour commentary in EN, FR, NL

Tour length

• Boat Lift: 1.5 hrs • Cruise: 2.5 hrs (boat and tourist train transfer)

Price From 20 people • Boat life interior tour (interpretation centre and film): adults €8 - 60+, students (13-18) €7.50 - children (4-12) €4.50 - children (0-3) free of charge • CRUISE: adults €15 - 60+, students (13-18) €12 - children (4-12) €10

Guided tour Boat lift and exhibition guided tours available in EN, FR, NL. Subject to prior booking 2 weeks in advance

More information • Picnic, meal or catering service available.

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