"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.

Tongeren Stadhuis

Medieval Wall

Pros and Cons

Pros:Charming Medieval Town

Last visit to Tongeren: Jul 2005
Intro Updated Aug 23, 2005
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ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXCAVATIONS Favorites (6)

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Transportation (1)
"SIGHTSEEING TONGEREN"

Shopping (1)
LARGE ANTIQUES MARKET

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Yaqui Sep 19, 2012 at 7:50 PM

What a great page, especially the archaeological excavations!
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greekcypriot Aug 9, 2010 at 8:12 PM

I wish I could taste those frites. Nice trip Lori, and great guide.
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evaanna Mar 5, 2010 at 12:05 PM

What a great place with so much medieval architecture! Would love to visit it some day.
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lynnehamman Apr 27, 2009 at 5:10 PM

The antique market would attract me for sure, Lori. I love to browse. The photos & info are excellent, especially of the medieval wall & gates.
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SLLiew Apr 28, 2008 at 6:21 AM

Nice to see the "oldest" town in Belgium. Great to see old medieval walls and gates.
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Kuznetsov_Sergey Sep 12, 2007 at 11:20 AM

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.
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imran8852 Apr 4, 2007 at 12:46 PM

Thanks for visiting our Mecca page Lori!
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Dabs Mar 24, 2007 at 9:30 AM

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
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breughel Mar 19, 2007 at 12:58 PM

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.
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toonsarah Jan 15, 2007 at 11:38 AM

What an interesting old town you've shown us Lori - and thanks for reminding me quite how delicious those Belgian Frites are!