Wallonie

“Searching for Utopia” turtle sculpture, Citadel of Namur

Wallonie

“Searching for Utopia” turtle sculpture, Citadel of Namur

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“Searching for Utopia” turtle sculpture, Citadel of Namur

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Location: Namur, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

Tips

January 26, 2026

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The Golden Turtle is a playful and symbolic artwork on the citadel of Namur. The turtle traditionally symbolizes slowness, perseverance, and endurance, a deliberate contrast to speed and achievement. In this location, the sculpture invites you to slow down and enjoy the surroundings.

Placed along the citadel's walking routes, the Golden Turtle forms a light and accessible accent within the historic fortified landscape. A small but meaningful stop that perfectly reflects the idea of peaceful walking and mindful experience.

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Tilo

June 29, 2024

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Since March 2015, this imposing sculpture, nicknamed 'The Turtle', has been crowning the citadel and overlooking the city.
You can find more information here:
citadelle.namur.be/en/searching-utopia-turtle

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1967Bike-Didi

January 5, 2025

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The artist Jon Fabre wanted to implement the idea of stimulating conversations between artists over time. This refers to the time of the following artists, namely the Walloon Félicien Rops (1833-1898) and the Flemish Jan Fabre (1958). He called the work of art of this turtle "Searching for Utopia" and it has been on display here since.

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