Banished from town, this local jester concocted a clever return.

This whimsical statue dumps water on its head to symbolize knowledge flowing into his brain. Or maybe booze.

A giant bug impaled on a 75-foot-tall needle.

The Belgian library displays burned books that were salvaged from the fires of both world wars.

Each spring, a dreamlike carpet of bluebells overtakes the forest floor.

The "stairway to heaven" lookout tower was built to resist weather, arson, and the laws of physics.

This bike path traverses the treetops.

Artwork tucked within the trees greets visitors with surreal sonic experiences.

Petting this mysterious iron monkey supposedly brings good luck.

A 141-foot wave of crashing lumber guards the entrance to the Grand Place in Mons.

A visionary precursor to the Internet made of index cards.

The world's tallest boat lift stands as a massive piece of industrial tourism.

The vast chamber inside this abandoned cooling tower looks like something out of a sci-fi dystopia.

Part modern art project, part traditional chapel, this see-through church is only substantial from the right angle.

This bike path was sunk below water level for maximum wonder.

This collection of solar timekeepers includes the world's first digital sundial.

No shoes allowed on this trail, which is designed to be experienced barefoot.

This sprawling Belgian fort was once thought of as impenetrable but now it is simply an abandoned relic.

A Belgian self-built tower inspired by the Bible and ancient civilizations.

This giant urban staircase was built to keep the city's brave fighting men from getting waylaid in the red light district.

A marble Lucifer hides behind the pulpit of this Gothic cathedral.

This abandoned Belgian fortress is purposefully being left to nature.

Sculpture designed by Turkish artist and professor Mehmet Ali Uysal.

A beautiful maze marks where three countries meet.