Kortrijk SPA-Resorts

Kortrijk town is located on the bank of the Lys River. This is just 7 kilometers away from France. This town has been founded by the Romans. At that time Kortrijk was known as Cortoriacum. Later this ancient town was destroyed by the Vikings, but it was rebuilt and in the 12th century this place was a well-protected complex. Kortrijk became prosperous due to the fabrics trading. The quality of fabrics was so good that it had no equivalents elsewhere across the country.

Grote Markt Square is the central part of the modern Kortrijk. Near the square you can see main sights of the town. First you should start your observation by visiting Town Hall building that was built in best traditions of Renaissance. Here you can also see a medieval bell tower and a part of so called Cloth Rows. Many years ago here were located trading outlets. North to the square is located the main religious sight of the town – Collegial Church of St. Martin, which was built in the beginning of the 14th century. This is a magnificent building made in the gothic style. One of its towers has 48 bells. Church of the Most Holy Mother of God is one of the most important architectural and religious monuments that has survived through years. The church was built in the end of the 12th century. Nearby the church you can see amazingly beautiful houses, the walls of which are colored in white and roofs are colored orange. This part of the town is traditionally calm and silent, despite its proximity to the center.
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