Tournai
Belgium · Hainaut · 30 m
Description
Tournai (Doornik) is one of Belgium's oldest cities and an important center of history, culture, and architecture. Situated on the Scheldt River, it is renowned for the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral with its five distinctive towers, Belgium's oldest belfry, the historic Grand Place, and the medieval Pont des Trous. Tournai combines Roman origins, Merovingian heritage, and a rich medieval legacy with lively markets, museums, and a relaxed atmosphere. Home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it is widely regarded as one of Wallonia's most remarkable cultural destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 day
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June or September
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Highlights
- Notre-Dame Cathedral of Tournai (UNESCO)
- Belfry of Tournai (UNESCO)
- Grand Place
- Pont des Trous
- Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des Beaux-Arts)
- Saint Quentin Church
- Halle aux Draps (Cloth Hall)
- TAMAT Textile and Tapestry Museum
- Museum of Folklore and Imagination
- Saint Brice Church
- Red Fort (Fort Rouge)
- Quai des Salines
- Henry VIII Tower
- Tournai City Hall
- Jardin de la Reine
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Tournai