23 Charming Towns & Cities

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© WBT - Denis Erroyaux

© WBT - Denis Erroyaux

Nivelles

Nivelles

This small town has a breathtaking historical heritage which, far from being frozen in time, forms part of the daily life of the ‘Aclots’ - the residents of Nivelles.

© Domaine de Seneffe asbl - Francis Vauban

The first town ruled by women, Nivelles retains many witnesses of its historical and religious past: the Simone Tower, a vestige of the old ramparts, the Saint-Jacques quarter, former district of the pilgrims of Compostela, the municipal museum and its treasures... Without forgetting the 1000 year old emblematic Collegiate Church of Sainte-Gertrude, where the impressive Jaquemart strikes the hours with his hammer. The town invites you to explore the heart of its medieval quarters and stroll among the works of art in its ‘Dodaine’ park. And the visit doesn’t stop there: the surroundings of Nivelles have many pearls both in terms of heritage and nature for you to discover.

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© WBT - Denis Erroyaux

© WBT - Denis Erroyaux

Practical information Nivelles Tourist Office Rue de Saintes 48 • 1400 Nivelles +32(0)67 84 08 64 • tourisme-nivelles.be

Public transport Nivelles station


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