Moerenpoort

small, well kept and restored

the city having such a long history it is not surprising there are several old monuments still standing, and unfortunately so much is lost. This one you walk by on your tour through the city.

Historic gate

I think it's the only old gate left in Tongeren, it's beautiful and can be accessed (with a code that's obtainable from the tourist information office) probably a good view from on top, but still clos...

Proudly standing

Not much is left of the old 13th century medieval walls that served to protect Tongeren against foreign invaders. The Moerengate was part of the old defense structure and is still standing, though sev...

Tongeren's only remaining city gate

The “Moerenpoort” or “Moerentoren” is the only surviving gate of the 13th medieval walls of Tongeren. The word ‘moor’ refers to the presence of marshes, so the name translates to “Marsh Gate” or “Mars...

Historical correct

This building was restored some years ago to a nice small museum. It gives the visitor an overall view of the Tongeren history his live and ancient visitors, invaders etc....