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Moeren Gate

Moeren Gate

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Moeren Gate

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Location: South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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1. Castle of Betho – Statue of Ambiorix (Tongeren) loop from Tongeren

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2. Statue of Ambiorix (Tongeren) – Moeren Gate loop from Henis

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3. Moeren Gate – Statue of Ambiorix (Tongeren) loop from Tongeren

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Jeff S

August 29, 2022

The Moerenpoort, which connected to the road to Visé, was built between 1257 and 1264 on the remains of the Roman ramparts from the second century AD.
In 1344, Engelbert III van der Mark became Prince-Bishop of Liège. His accession caused great tension throughout the entire principality. In 1347, the Moerenpoort was destroyed during an attack by the soldiers of the previous Prince-Bishop of Liège, Adolf II van der Mark. In 1379, the reconstruction of the Moerenpoort began. The front building, to which the wooden gate was attached to close off the passage, was destroyed by the French troops in 1673. Thanks to an agreement between the residents of the Sint-Catharina Beguinage and the troops, the Moerenpoort was spared from the French destruction...

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Dominiek Van Dooren

March 5, 2024

Plans were often made to demolish the gate completely. But in 1892, thanks to the Historical and Archaeological Society, it was restored. After the gate was restored again in 1958, it was converted into a weapons museum.
The last thorough restoration dates from 2011, when a new entrance was built to the museum tower. The different floors of the tower were given their own purpose. The first floor explains the gate and its function. On the second floor, you can learn more about life in the gate and outside it. The third floor sheds light on the great fire of Tongeren in August 1677. Finally, the platform on the tower offers a beautiful view of the city, the beguinage and the De Kevie nature park.
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September 11, 2023

The Moerenpoort (also called Moerepoort or Moerentoren) is the only one of the medieval city gates that still exists in Tongeren, which is fortunate because there is quite a lot to do and see. The gate is located on the remains of the city wall, near the St. Catherine beguinage and a stone's throw from the De Kevie nature reserve. In the tower itself there is a museum, spread over the different floors with sections of glass viewing floor. You will find tons of information about the city history, life in and around the tower, weaponry and events, all seasoned with beautiful museum pieces. The tower itself is also worth experiencing from the inside and, to top it all off, you can go on the roof of the tower to enjoy the views in all directions. All you need to experience it is an access code for the tower, which you can get by visiting or calling the tourist office.

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July 23, 2024

From here you have a view of the Moerenpoort. That's the only one of the medieval city gates that still exists in Tongeren and there is quite a lot to do and see. In the tower itself there is a museum, spread over the different floors with sections of glass viewing floor. You will find tons of information about the city history, life in and around the tower, weaponry and events, all seasoned with beautiful museum pieces. The tower itself is also worth experiencing from the inside and, to top it all off, you can go on the roof of the tower to enjoy the views in all directions. All you need to experience it is an access code for the tower, which you can get by visiting or calling the tourist office.

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

January 25, 2025

Moerenpoort houses a museum about the medieval past of the city.
The museum housed in the tower building has been completely renovated. The new layout is somewhat tighter, clearer and contains more experience. A museum that moves with the times."

For example, on each floor there are animated films projected onto the walls, audio fragments with interesting facts and an interactive trail has been set out for children. The automatic hatch that leads you to an impressive view at the top of the Moerenpoort remains active.
Access to the Moerenpoort is free.

History: The Moerenpoort is one of the last remnants of Tongeren's medieval past. The medieval character of the city was lost during a major city fire in 1677. The Moerentoren was built in 1379 and was part of the medieval city wall. In total, the city had 6 entrance gates. Only the Moerenpoort remains today. The tower was saved from demolition in the 19th century by the Historical and Archaeological Society. The other entrance gates were demolished to expand the city's infrastructure.

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Viviane

September 24, 2023

The Moerenpoort or Moerentoren is the only remaining medieval city gate in the Belgian city of Tongeren. Moeren refers to the previously present swamps. Wikipedia

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An 🇧🇪

July 22, 2024

In the Middle Ages, getting in or out of the city was only possible via the 6 city gates. Of these 6, (unfortunately) only the Moerenpoort from 1379 remained completely intact. It transformed into a historical museum where you can learn everything about the military history of Tongeren. From the robust tower you can also enjoy a beautiful panorama of the beguinage and the city center of Tongres unhindered. The Moerenpoort can be visited for free every day from 10 am to 4 pm.

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September 29, 2023

With the information boards on the steps and bridge to the Moerenpoort, you know just about everything about this part of Tongeren and the gates and much more.

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Rob Josten 🦅

June 5, 2024

The Moerenpoort is the only remaining medieval city gate in the Belgian city of Tongeren. Moeren refers to the previously present swamps.

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Viviane

September 25, 2023

Educational boards are always interesting to read.

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frankdetank81

August 29, 2022

Beautiful gate in Tongeren. And close to a nice ice cream shop.

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