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  • Attractions
  • Fort, citadel and fortification
  • Architectural heritage

Upon inspection of the Citadel, Napoleon labelled it as “Europe’s Termite Mound” due to its extensive network of underground passages. Discover 500m of restored passages with an immersive-guided tour that will take you to the heart of the history of the Citadel’s entrails, through sound and light.

The Citadel of Namur opens onto 80 hectares of green spaces. Within easy reach of the town centre, it offers gorgeous viewpoints over the city and the Meuse valley. Its 7 km of underground tunnels make it one of the biggest fortresses in Europe.

A wide network of underground tunnels

A guided tour will tell the history of these tunnels, the incredible work needed to dig them. Projections, audio effects and 3D animations add to the visit.

A guided tour taking you back to the Middle Ages

Thanks to its carefully designed scenography and interactive tools, the immersive tour, The Citadel in the Middle Ages, transports you to the era of fortified castles, knights, and medieval daily life.

In a 90-minute guided tour with audio and visual input, discover iconic sites such as the Count's Lodge, the Old Well, and the Charter Tower.

A lively, educational experience accessible to all.

The Terra Nova Visitor Centre

Based in former barracks of Terra Nova, the Visitor Centre retraces 2,000 years of European urban and military evolution through the history of Namur and its citadel. This brings interesting opportunities to reflect on our world and society - past, present and future. You are more than welcome to discover the museum on your own or join one of the guided tours.

The Cable Car

Since 2021, visitors can take the Namur cable car from the heart of the city or from the Esplanade de la Citadelle. The cable car spans the Sambre River and overlooks the ramparts of the Citadel, landing 650 meters further on, at a peak of 103 m. This journey of approximately 3-4 minutes gives you impression of being between heaven and earth.

The Citadel Pass: 1 ticket, 2 visits

The Citadel Pass  is the best way to make the most of your visit.

  • Citadel Pass for 3 activities (3 hours): little train,  Visitor Center,  underground passages or immersive tour
  • Citadel Pass for 4 activities (4.5 hours): little train, Visitor Center,  underground passages and immersive tour

 

 

 

 

 


 

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Receive a €2 discount when you buy a Citadelle Pass (4 visits) at the ticket office. Offer valid from 02/01/2026 to 31/12/2026 subject to opening times, availability of visits and on presentation of your VISITWallonia.be Pass at reception. Cannot be combined with other offers from this partner. Valid for 4 people per Pass.

Services

Outdoor catering - Indoor catering

Equipement

Cafe - Daylight - Shop - Training materials on request - Training materials provided - Car parking - Motor Home parking - Parking

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