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Saint-Jacques Church

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Saint-Jacques Church

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  • Location: Namur, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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    October 19, 2024

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    In 1406, the church was part of a Catholic order building of a hospice of St. James. Soldiers who were sick or wounded, as well as ordinary pilgrims who were on their way to Compostela, were accommodated here.
    Remains of an early wooden chapel from the 13th century were found at this site.
    In 1963, the church was classified as historical heritage but was removed from it again in 1973.
    Through detours, the building became private property and in 2015 a clothing store unfortunately moved in here.
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    January 25, 2026

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    St. James' Church is one of the oldest and most significant churches in Namur. For centuries, it was connected to the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, for which St. James is the patron saint. Pilgrims found a place of prayer and rest here before continuing their journey.

    The church combines various architectural styles, with Gothic elements and later modifications that reflect the building's long history. Today, St. James' Church remains a peaceful and spiritual anchor point in the city, where religious heritage, pilgrimage tradition, and urban history converge. A worthwhile stop on an exploratory walk through Namur.
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    Special (art) works require special spaces and can be found here in the church Saint Jacques. The 18th-century church is now an art gallery.

    Further information and opening hours: placeoarts.be
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    Elevation 130 m

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    Location: Namur, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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