Kortrijk 1302
On 11 July 1302 the Battle of the Golden Spurs was fought out on the Groeningekouter in Kortrijk. Kortrijk 1302 is devoted to that battle, which took place during the Franco-Flemish war. You can view en touch […]
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Artillery tower
The Artillery tower or Armoury Tower is one of the few vestiges of the first line of defenses of the medieval French fortress. King Philip the Handsome of France had the tower built along with […]
The Baggaerts Court
The cozy Baggaerts Court is protected as a monument since 1939 and was founded in 1638 by Joossine Baggaert. She set up 13 small houses for women in need of […]
Our Lady’s Church
Meet Our Lady’s Church, one of the most beautiful churches in Belgium. The construction of this early Gothic building started in the 12th century. Perhaps a fun fact: this church […]
The Theatre Square
In the middle of the city, between the most famous shopping street ‘Lange Steenstraat’ and the well-known entertainment district of Kortrijk ’ ‘t Straatje’, lies this impressive square full of […]
The Lowered Banks of the Lys
Between the economic heart of the city and the Buda Island, you will find one of Kortrijk’s most beautiful attractions: The Lowered Banks of the Lys. This tourist hotspot is […]
The Grand Square
The Grand Square is situated in the city centre of Kortrijk. The square is surrounded by some of Kortrijk’s finest sightseeing attractions. You have the City Hall, the Belfry and […]
The International Rose Garden
If you’re visiting Kortrijk, the international rose garden is a must see place to stop on your tour. It’s a beautiful park with the size of approximately one hectare located […]