Groeningepoort, Kortrijk

Name: Groeningepoort
Address: Kortrijk, Belgium

#11 among attractions in Kortrijk

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The Groeningepoort is a monument in the Belgian city of Kortrijk. The triumphal arch was built to commemorate the 600th anniversary of the Battle of the Golden Spurs and gives access to the Groeningepark, where during the Middle Ages the Groeninge battlefield was situated. In this park you can also find the golden Groeninge Monument. The Groeningepoort was erected in 1908 and has the inscription 1302 – Groeningheveld. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°49'45"N, 3°16'24"E

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Kortrijk Belgium

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Groeningepoort – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: K in Kortrijk, Guldensporen Stadion, Broelmuseum, City Hall.

~1190 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
K in Kortrijk, Kortrijk
6 min walk • K in Kortrijk is a contemporary shopping center located in the heart of Kortrijk, Belgium. Since its opening in 2010, this modern complex has quickly become a central hub for both locals and visitors looking to indulge in retail therapy.
1.1 miW
Arenas and stadiums, Football, Sport venue
Guldensporen Stadion, Kortrijk
28 min walk • The Guldensporen Stadion, a beacon of sportsmanship in Kortrijk, Belgium, stands as a proud home to the city's passionate football fans. This modern sport venue, named after the historic Battle of the Golden Spurs, serves as the fortress for the local football team, KV...
~1750 ftW
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Broelmuseum, Kortrijk
9 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Kortrijk, Belgium, the Broelmuseum stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. Housed in a classic 18th-century building along the banks of the River Lys, this museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the...
0.4 miW
City hall
City Hall, Kortrijk
11 min walk • Kortrijk's City Hall stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural grandeur. Located in the heart of the city, this striking building serves as the administrative center of the local government. Its origins trace back to the 16th century, with...
~1390 ftW
Church
Church of Our Lady, Kortrijk
7 min walk • The Church of Our Lady in a former Collegiate church in Kortrijk. The church was built in 1199 established by Baldwin IX, Count of Flanders. The church is situated in the historic city centre of Kortrijk.
~1310 ftSW
Church
Saint Martin's Church, Kortrijk
7 min walk • St-Martin's Church is the main church and one of the principal Gothic monuments of Kortrijk, Flanders, Belgium. The church is dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours.
~1920 ftW
, Tower, Gothic architecture
Belfry of Kortrijk, Kortrijk
10 min walk • The belfry of Kortrijk, or Belfort in Dutch, is a medieval bell tower in the historical centre of Kortrijk, Belgium. One of the city's most prominent symbols, the belfry formerly housed a treasury and the municipal archives, and served as an observation post for spotting fires and other danger.
0.6 miSW
Nightlife, Music venue, Concert hall
De Kreun, Kortrijk
16 min walk • De Kreun is a concert hall in the Belgian city of Kortrijk. The Dutch term "Kreun" literally translates into English as "groan". It is a concert venue located in the centre of Kortrijk where most of all pop and rock concerts take place. De Kreun also serves as an organisation who supports new musical talent.
~570 ftE
Memorial
Groeninge Monument, Kortrijk
3 min walk • The Groeninge Monument is a monument in the Belgian city of Kortrijk. The gilded statue was inaugurated to commemorate the 600th anniversary of the Battle of the Golden Spurs.
~1800 ftW
Square
Grote Markt, Kortrijk
9 min walk • The Grote Markt listen of Kortrijk is the central square in the Belgian city of Kortrijk. Its location on the crossing of some of Kortrijk's most famous and most touristic spots makes the Grote Markt one of the city's busiest squares.
0.8 miNE
Memorial
Courtrai Newfoundland Memorial, Kortrijk
22 min walk • The Courtrai Memorial is a Dominion of Newfoundland war memorial in Kortrijk, Belgium that commemorates the actions of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment during the First World War when it served and fought in several campaigns in Belgium from 1916 to 1918.

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Which popular attractions are close to Groeningepoort?

Nearby attractions include Groeninge Monument, Kortrijk (3 min walk), Kortrijk 1302, Kortrijk (4 min walk), Begijnhofpark, Kortrijk (5 min walk), Veemarkt, Kortrijk (5 min walk).

How to get to Groeningepoort by public transport?

The nearest stations to Groeningepoort:

Bus

Kortrijk De Zonnewijzer • Lines: 9 (2 min walk)
Kortrijk Groeningelaan • Lines: 50, 51, 71, 72, 75 (3 min walk)

Train

Kortrijk (13 min walk)