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Namur
THE Namur the Namur (French Namur) is its capital Wallonia, of his French-speaking part Belgium. It is located 60 km southeast of Brussels.
At a glance
Ideal period of visit
How to get there
From the Brussels You can get to Namur by road from the E411 motorway, or by train, or by ferry sailing on the River Sampre which flows through Namur.
Orient yourself
How to move
Namur is a big city and it is difficult to walk. Its road planning is difficult and knowledge of its individual points is required in order not to get lost. Cycling is not common on the roads, probably due to the paving that makes it difficult to balance well. Many one-way streets, however, allow the opposite course on bicycles, thus facilitating those who prefer cycling. Go to the castle by bike, because the road is long enough to go on foot. There are other bike paths. Ask for a map, and get started. On the way you will see signs that lead you to your destination.
For the brave, they rent canoes for the river. But be careful, because the water is icy, and if you do not know how to go back, you will go out to Netherlands, or even in the North Sea.
What to see
- The most important attraction is the castle, which is built on the hill next to Meuse. The Namur Museum of Fine Arts is also worth a visit. At the Archaeological Museum you can see works of Roman art. Generally the old town is picturesque and in a nice French architectural style.
- Do not miss to visit the treasure of Hugo d'Oignies. [1]
Entertainment
The city has many public swimming pools.
Studies
- University of Namur (University faculty Notre-Dame de la Paix) [2]. More than 5,000 students.
Job opportunities
What will you buy
Namur does not have many shops, with the exception of the usual supermarkets and shops
Where are you going to eat?
- Pâtisserie Café Dumont
- Le Panorama restaurant
- Galler (Cafes)
- Les Thés de Sophie (Cafes)
Economic options
Middle class
High benefits
Where to go for coffee - drink
Where will you stay?
Namur has many hotels and inns that you will find in the tourist catalogs. Attention, at the inn you will be asked to wash your dish after eating.
Economic options
Middle class
High benefits
Stay safe
Health and precautions
Communications
Small problems
Next destinations
Starting from Namur it is worth making excursions to the wider area of the Ardennes, and to Luxembourg. There is also a railway line to Basel at Switzerland, and from there to Zurich and Hour.
