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Tongeren
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This town in the province of Limburg features a charming UNESCO-listed begijnhof and several interesting religious buildings.
Overview of Tongeren
Tongeren is a town in the province of Limburg. It boasts a charming UNESCO-listed begijnhof and several interesting religious buildings.
Key Facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Flemish name: Tongeren.
- Location:
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- Local time: .
- Population: 30,650 inhabitants (2015).
- Area: 87.56 km².
- Altitude:
- Website: https://www.toerismetongeren.be/fr
History of Tongeren
What to See and Do in Tongeren
Beyond the Basilica of Our Lady and a few old houses, the town’s charming begijnhof is the main attraction. It is one of the 13 Flemish begijnhoven listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Gallo-Roman Museum of Tongres
The site displays various archaeological objects from the Roman period discovered in the city and its surroundings during excavations.
The site displays various archaeological objects from the Roman period discovered in the city and its surroundings during excavations.
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Gallo-Roman Museum of Tongres
★ The site displays various archaeological objects from the Roman period discovered in the city and its surroundings during excavations.