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Citadel of Namur – La Halle al'Chair loop from Namur

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Belgium

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Citadel of Namur – La Halle al'Chair loop from Namur

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4.5

(30)

205

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Citadel of Namur – La Halle al'Chair loop from Namur

02:10

7.76km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 24, 2026

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Bus stop

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796 m

View of the Meuse and Namur

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Look, enjoy and admire the beautiful view

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1.21 km

The citadel of Namur is one of the largest citadels in Europe. Its vast network of underground passages earned it the nickname "The termite mound of Europe" by Napoleon I. A must-see place with a magnificent view of the Meuse Valley.

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1.31 km

View of Namur and the Sambre River from the Citadel Bastion

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Here at the bastion of the citadel you have a great view of the north of the city. But also of the river Sambre flowing past.

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1.52 km

“Searching for Utopia” turtle sculpture, Citadel of Namur

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The Golden Turtle is a playful and symbolic artwork on the citadel of Namur. The turtle traditionally symbolizes slowness, perseverance, and endurance, a deliberate contrast to speed and achievement. In this location, the sculpture invites you to slow down and enjoy the surroundings.

Placed along the citadel's walking routes, the Golden Turtle forms a light and accessible accent within the historic fortified landscape. A small but meaningful stop that perfectly reflects the idea of peaceful walking and mindful experience.

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1.61 km

Searching for Utopia by Jan Fabre — Namur Citadel

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Surrealist image in Namur: a flying turtle in the clouds. A sculpture by Jan Fabre weighing more than six tons, mounted on the citadel using a huge crane. Several other works by the artist are already installed in the Walloon capital as part of the "Facing Time" exhibition which brings together the worlds of the two Belgian artists Félicien Rops and Jan Fabre.

(rtbf.be/info/regions/detail_namur-la-tortue-de-jan-fabre-dans-les-nuages?id=8912773)

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5.76 km

The snails of Djoseph and Francwès

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This work, therefore, can be seen in Namur, on the Place d'Armes.
If the Namurois is renowned for being slow by nature. It's not the case, but he enjoys it. Installed on the Place d'Armes since 2000, this work was shaped thanks to the talent of Suzanne Godard. The two friends indulge in their favorite activities: walking around quietly while speaking slowly, very slowly, like the two snails that accompany them, a symbolic animal of the city, for which the little grays have made their reputation. And you, which work caught your attention and where?
be.toluna.com/opinions/5273381/Les-escargots-de-Djoseph-et-Franws--Namur

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6.16 km

La Halle al'Chair

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Impressive Maasland building of Renaissance architecture, made of red bricks and cut stones, this gigantic rectangular building, three floors high plus attic, and which stands practically with its feet in the water, was in fact the old butcher's shop of the city.

Built in the last quarter of the 16th century by Nuremberg architects Bastien Sion and Conrad, to better control butchery operations and ensure effective health control, the al'chair hall was a major step forward at the time!

The bottom of the building, consisting of numerous arches, served as a butcher's shop. Commercial transactions were carried out on the first floor, while above it the administrative buildings and accounting of the establishment were located.
After a renovation of the entire building in 2022, it now houses the Namur Tourist Office in this strategic location at the foot of the Citadel.

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6.73 km

Parfumerie Guy Delforge

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This is where the powder was produced and the projectiles were manufactured. At the end of the 19th century, the building was raised to make way for a military dovecote. Pigeons provided communication in times of armed conflict. In 1951 the building took its current form and became a mess (canteen) for officers. Since 1990 it has served as a studio for the Namur perfumer Guy Delforge.
Temporary photo exhibitions in the garden.

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7.76 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.23 km

1.70 km

1.26 km

920 m

631 m

Surfaces

4.92 km

1.49 km

652 m

436 m

173 m

< 100 m

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Monday 11 May

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Citadel of Namur – La Halle al'Chair loop from Namur

View of the Meuse and Namur

Citadel of Namur

View of Namur and the Sambre River from the Citadel Bastion

“Searching for Utopia” turtle sculpture, Citadel of Namur

Searching for Utopia by Jan Fabre — Namur Citadel

The snails of Djoseph and Francwès

La Halle al'Chair

Parfumerie Guy Delforge

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