La Gleize

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A tank for a bottle of cognac? This German “Königstiger II” was abandoned in the Belgian Ardennes during the Battle of the Bulge (that started 75 years ago, in December 1944). Normally he would have been taken to be scrapped shortly after the war, but a woman from the village La Gleize (Jenny Geenen-Dewez, wife of a local inn-keeper) proposed the Americans who transported the Königstiger, to exchange the tank for a bottle of (French) cognac and ... they agreed! Believe it or not, this is a true story! In 2015 the tank was repainted in its original colours. He is one of the 5 surviving tanks of this type in Europe. http://www.december44.com/en/history_battle_of_the_bulgela_gleize.htm #LocalSecrets #History The Königstiger II had 185 mm armour on the front of the cupola and was equipped with the famous 88 mm cannon. This cannon was one of the strongest cannons from WW II and could pierce the front armour of most Allied tanks (such as the T-34 and the M4 Sherman) up to a distance of 1500 metres. The range of the cannon was 10 kilometres.
A tank for a bottle of cognac? This German “Königstiger II” was abandoned in the Belgian Ardennes during the Battle of the Bulge (that started 75 years ago, in December 1944). Normally he would have been taken to be scrapped shortly after the war, but a woman from the village La Gleize (Jenny Geenen-Dewez, wife of a local inn-keeper) proposed the Americans who transported the Königstiger, to exchange the tank for a bottle of (French) cognac and ... they agreed! Believe it or not, this is a true story! In 2015 the tank was repainted in its original colours. He is one of the 5 surviving tanks of this type in Europe. http://www.december44.com/en/history_battle_of_the_bulgela_gleize.htm #LocalSecrets #History The Königstiger II had 185 mm armour on the front of the cupola and was equipped with the famous 88 mm cannon. This cannon was one of the strongest cannons from WW II and could pierce the front armour of most Allied tanks (such as the T-34 and the M4 Sherman) up to a distance of 1500 metres. The range of the cannon was 10 kilometres.
Van der Valk Hotel Spa

Van der Valk Hotel Spa

4.5 out of 5
Place Royale 39 Spa
The price is HK$803 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
HK$803
HK$926 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Spa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (663 reviews)
Excellent room, location all the amenities were there in room. Nice breakfast

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Van der Valk Hotel Spa
Hotel Verviers Van der Valk

Hotel Verviers Van der Valk

4 out of 5
Rue De La Station 4 Verviers
The price is HK$773 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$773
HK$938 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Verviers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre Culturel de Verviers and Centre Touristique ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (478 reviews)
Staff

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Hotel Verviers Van der Valk
Radisson Blu Balmoral Hotel, Spa

Radisson Blu Balmoral Hotel, Spa

40, Avenue Leopold II Spa
The price is HK$803 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
HK$803
HK$965 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Spa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps and RAVeL Spa - Francorchamps ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (607 reviews)
A three star hotel at 5 star prices. Basic bedrooms with uncomfortable beds. I contacted the front desk about this especially because my bed kept moving and my pillows were falling between the gaps. No alternative provided. Also, I kept going down to reception for basics — water, bathrobe, slippers ...

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Radisson Blu Balmoral Hotel, Spa
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Bungalow / Chalet 218 Durbuy Ardennes Wifi and pool

Bungalow / Chalet 218 Durbuy Ardennes Wifi and pool

Durbuy Walloon Region
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Durbuy. Enjoy balconies, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Popular attractions Radhadesh and LPM Nature ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
Cozy Cottage
Very comfortable stay. Peaceful wooded location.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025

Bungalow / Chalet 218 Durbuy Ardennes Wifi and pool
Le Baron Apartments

Le Baron Apartments

6 Petit Coo Stavelot Région Wallonne
Stay at this ski apartment in Stavelot. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Really enjoyed this property. It had all of the comforts of home but with better views.

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Le Baron Apartments
Les Pattes, in the heart of the High Fens.

Les Pattes, in the heart of the High Fens.

Waimes Région wallonne
Stay at this cottage in Waimes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions High Fens – Eifel Nature Park and Lake Robertville are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
We Had an Amazing stay in the House over new years eve. Barend and elodie were Friendly and charming hosts.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Les Pattes, in the heart of the High Fens.
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