Éhein

Éhein (Walloon: Éhin) is a village of Wallonia and a district of the municipality of Neupré, located in the province of Liège, Belgium.

Éhein
Éhin (Walloon)
Coordinates: 50°32′N 05°26′E
Country Belgium
Region Wallonia
Province Liège
MunicipalityNeupré

It was a municipality until the fusion of the Belgian municipalities in 1977.

Caves

The rock has many caves, the best-known of which are the Lyell Cave and the Rosée Cave. Early explorations of the caves were done by Philippe-Charles Schmerling starting in 1829. Subsequent researchers, including Ernest Doudou, have proven that the area was inhabited since the Paleolithic.

  • Rocky spur of Engihoul, from the west. Left is the Meuse.
    Rocky spur of Engihoul, from the west. Left is the Meuse.
  • Rocky spur of Engihoul, from the east, starting at the quarry of Carmeuse.
    Rocky spur of Engihoul, from the east, starting at the quarry of Carmeuse.
  • Ancient lime kiln at the foot of the spur (east side).
    Ancient lime kiln at the foot of the spur (east side).
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