The Musée de la Grande Ardenne is delighted to invite you to the launch of the book *Légendes du vieux Pays de Bastogne* by Franz Clément (published by Memory)
Franz Clément, who holds a PhD in sociology and is a former mayor of Martelange, continues, on an annual basis, to rediscover the ancient legends of the Province of Luxembourg
Having devoted collections to the Haute-Sûre, the Anlier Forest, the Val de Salm, the Attert Valley and South Luxembourg, he now turns his attention to what he calls the ‘old Pays de Bastogne’. By this, we should understand, in the broadest sense, the territory covered by the present-day municipalities of Bastogne, Sainte-Ode, Vaux-sur-Sûre and Fauvillers.
The author will tell us how he (re)discovered certain legendary tales, what their sources are and what little-known secrets they hold. He will explain the method he used to gather and write them down and, of course, he will recount one or two of these legends…
The book will be on sale at the event and the author will be happy to sign copies. The evening will conclude with a drinks reception hosted by the Town of Bastogne.
The following speakers will address the gathering:
- Michel Francard, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Musée de la Grande Ardenne.
- Thierry Lefèvre, Director of Memory Publishing.
- Benoît Lutgen, Member of the Federal Parliament and Mayor of the Town of Bastogne.
- Franz Clément, author of the book.
- Sébastien Pierre, Curator and Director of the Musée de la Grande Ardenne.
Practical information
- Tuesday 17 November at 6.30 pm
- Bastogne Cultural Centre
- Free – registration required (via info@museegrandeardenne.be or 061/621 740), by Thursday 12 November at the latest.
Please note: this event is to be combined with a second evening of legends, hosted by Franz Clément (1 December at 6.30 pm)!
Also worth discovering
‘Legends of the Old Bastogne Region’ Evening
Tuesday 1 December 2026 at 6.30 pm
Franz Clément will introduce you to the legends of the Old Bastogne Region through mysterious tales, remarkable characters and stories passed down through the ages. A cosy atmosphere for a warm and welcoming evening!
