"TONGEREN "THE OLDEST TOWN OF BELGIUM"" Top 5 Page for this destination Tongeren by LoriPori
Tongeren Travel Guide: 42 reviews and 94 photos
Sunday, July 31, 2005
Tongeren is called the "Oldest town of Belgium" as it goes back when Roman legions crossed this region in 52 BC. These legions stumbled upon resistance of several native tribes. Among them were the Eburons, led by Ambiorix.
Eventually Tongeren became a melting pot fro different societies and cultures even in Roman times.
After building the 13th century city walls, Tongeren expanded with different cloisters, some small churches and a beguinage. Many of these Medieval monuments are still very much present in the city.
On the day we visited Tongeren, Johan, Hans and I, it was Antique Market Day. The streets were full with vendors, visitors and a wonderful ambiance. Thanks Johan for taking us to this wonderful Medieval Town.
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ALDEN BIESEN IN BILZEN -- OUTDOOR CAFE'
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After walking up a steep hill that leads away from the castle, you come upon a patio area which serves a little... more travel advice
ALDEN BIESEN IN BILZEN
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Known as Landcommanderij ALDEN BIESEN is supposedly the largest castle between France's Loire River and the Rhine... more travel advice
ALDEN BIESEN IN BILZEN
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After leaving Tongeren, Johan took us to this fairy-tale castle called ALDEN BIESEN. As there was some type of function... more travel advice
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The subsoil in the area around the Basilica contains remains from a long historical period, dating from the Roman ages... more travel advice
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Written Aug 23, 2005
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BELGIAN FRITES MMMMM LEKKER
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Written Aug 23, 2005
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Comments (22)
What a great page, especially the archaeological excavations!
I wish I could taste those frites. Nice trip Lori, and great guide.
What a great place with so much medieval architecture! Would love to visit it some day.
The antique market would attract me for sure, Lori. I love to browse. The photos & info are excellent, especially of the medieval wall & gates.
Nice to see the "oldest" town in Belgium. Great to see old medieval walls and gates.
Interesting page about a place which really worth a visit. I've never been there but I'd like to enjoy Tongeren from a sightseeing train... Thanks Lori for the virtual tour.
Thanks for visiting our Mecca page Lori!
Gads, don't say French fries in Belgium!!! ;-) I must say I developed quite a liking for frites dipped in mayo :-) Sorry we had to pass on Tongeren, looks lovely
Don't use the term "french fries" in Belgium just frites. The potatoes are Belgian 'bintjes". French fries are fake products prohibited by our law.
What an interesting old town you've shown us Lori - and thanks for reminding me quite how delicious those Belgian Frites are!