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Le Trefle Dinantais ( The Clover of Dinant) - March : A great day for mountain-bikers. Departures take place from 8am to 12 noon. You choose between 15, 40 and 60km itineraries and then cover your chosen distance at your own pace through the valleys and along the paths of the Dinant region. If you're feeling fit, a race takes place at 11am.

Saxophone Sunday's – July and August: Jazz concerts every Sunday in July and August at various locations throughout the birth town of A. Sax.

Competition for the biggest cucumber pie eater - July. A maximum of 12 participants compete to establish who can eat the most cucumber pie in 30 minutes. After the competition the public can sample the pies at a very reasonable price. Cucumber pie is delicious…no joking!

Night cruises on the river - August. Jazz night cruises with a meal on board between Dinant and Freyr. Booking is required in advance.

The International Bathtub Regatta - 15 August: Sports and folklore event: presentation of original, decorated bathtubs, capable of floating down the river with a crew. Takes place at 4.30pm.

Hilarious! Competition of the biggest eater of “Flamishe” (local speciality) - September They like their food and wine in Dinant! This competition takes place in front of the Casino and the biggest eater is crowned “King of the Flamishe” for one year. Flamishe is downed with Burgundy wine.

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