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Namur, Belgium

Visit Namur in a day, our must-sees and good addresses

07 April 2023
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Welcome to Namur! Capital of Wallonia, this city full of history and charm is an ideal destination to discover during a weekend in Belgium. Located at the confluence of the Sambre and Meuse rivers, the Citadel of Namur proudly stands, one of the largest in Europe. Namur is also the perfect base for discovering the Meuse valley, its lush nature and numerous panoramas.

In this article, we'll take you to visit Namur and its heritage through our selection of must-see places and good addresses.

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What to see and what to do in Namur in one day?

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We enjoyed an autumnal weekend to break the routine and escape not far from home to discover Namur. We were surprised by the range of activities we can do in Namur whether it's sunny or rainy. Another advantage of our Walloon capital, due to its small size, is that the points of interest are never far from each other and therefore, it is easy to visit Namur on foot. Enough talk, let's head to our favorite spots to discover Namur.

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Walking around the city center and Old Namur

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We start our day strolling through the streets of downtown Namur. Unfortunately, Saturday means market day, and we find ourselves in the main streets crowded with people. So, we skipped the Belfry of Namur (a UNESCO World Heritage site), the Place d'Armes, and the Théâtre de Namur, whose neoclassical facade in yellow limestone is worth seeing. We make a quick stop on the rue de Fer to observe the Art Nouveau style house at n°28/30 before venturing into the quieter streets of Old Namur.

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Art Deco House, Fer Street 28-30 in Namur
Art Deco House, Fer Street 28-30 in Namur
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We stroll through these typical small cobbled streets of the historical center of Namur: rue du Président, rue Rupplémont, rue des Brasseurs. We find nice addresses to eat, have a drink or do some shopping. Not to mention rue Saint-Jean which leads to the Market Square. A charming little pedestrian square, on which stands the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church of Namur and which is known for its cafes and bars where you can sip a mojito in the summer.

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Place Canon Descamps, Old Namur
Place Chanoine Descamps
Rue Rupplémont – Old Namur
Rupplémont Street
Street of the Brewers, Old Namur
Street of the Brewers
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We continue our walk by visiting the Saint-Loup Church built in the 17th century. The interior of this baroque church is illuminated by the soft rays of the autumn afternoon sun. Our visit to Old Namur ends with the Saint-Aubain Cathedral, another masterpiece of Namur's sacred heritage, before returning to the city center by taking the quays that run along the Sambre facing the Citadel.

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Interior of Saint-Loup church in Namur
Saint-Loup Church
Detail of the ceiling of Saint-Loup church in Namur
Saint-Loup Church
Saint-Aubain Cathedral exterior in Namur
Cathedral Saint-Aubain
Interior Saint-Aubain Cathedral of Namur
Cathedral Saint-Aubain
Interior Saint-Aubain Cathedral of Namur
Cathedral Saint-Aubain
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To enjoy a beautiful view of Namur and the Citadel, we advise you to go to the top floor of the Gifar car park.

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Panoramic view of Namur from the Gifar Parking
View on the Citadel of Namur from the Gifar Parking
View on the Belfry of Namur from the Gifar Parking

Visit Namur differently with the Street Art tour

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Are you looking for an original and unusual way to visit the city of Namur? The urban itinerary is the perfect solution. This one takes us to discover the street-art works hidden in the 4 corners of the city. A way to take the time to look up, look at what surrounds us and discover the secret corners of Namur.

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Street Art Route in Namur
Propaganda
Street Art Trail in Namur
Dan Brault – Propaganza
Street Art Route in Namur
City creation

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🗺️ The detailed route is available for download here, on the Namur tourist office website.

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Taking the cable car to the Citadel

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The Namur cable car made its big comeback in May 2021. It connects the esplanade of the Citadel (next to the Pavilion) to the historic center of Namur (Place Maurice Servais) in less than 7 minutes. A very practical and pleasant way to avoid the climb to the Citadel of Namur on foot

We took the Citadel of Namur cable car in the late afternoon and we were able to enjoy an exceptional journey over the heights of the city. Offering us one of the most beautiful views of Namur with the soft light of a beautiful autumn day's end.

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Cable car of the Citadel of Namur
Cable car of the Citadel of Namur

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🕐 Hours: The hours vary (generally from 10 am to 5 pm). We advise you to consult the schedule directly on the Namur cable car website for the day of your visit.

💰 Adult Prices (18 to 64 years old): €5 for a one-way ticket or €7.5 for a round trip • Youth (6-17 years old), Students (18+ with student ID) and Seniors (65+): €4 for a one-way ticket or €5.5 for a round trip • Children (4-5 years old): €3.5 for a one-way ticket or €5 for a round trip Toddlers (0 to 3 years old): Free.

ℹ️ Info and booking: www.telepheriquedenamur.be

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Visit the Citadel of Namur and its famous underground tunnels

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You can't visit Namur without seeing its Citadel. Erected on the hill at the confluence of the Sambre and Meuse rivers, the Citadel of Namur was a strategic stronghold in Europe and highly coveted for centuries. It is divided into 4 parts which reflect the different eras of its construction and history: the Count's Castle, the Médiane, Terra Nova and the Esplanade. Entirely demilitarized in 1977, it is classified as exceptional heritage of Wallonia and becomes fully accessible to the public.

The strength of the Citadel of Namur is its 4 kilometers of underground tunnels. Of different types, they were built over the course of its Spanish, Dutch or French occupations. Today, it is possible to visit a part of the Citadel's underground tunnels only accompanied by a guide.

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Citadel of Namur drone view
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We begin our visit of the Citadel of Namur with the Terra Nova Visitor Center. Inside, we discover a huge timeline that traces, through images and models, the evolution of Namur and its Citadel from Roman times to the 20th century.

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Visitor Center Terra Nova at Namur Citadel
Visitor center Terra Nova at the Citadel of Namur
Visitor center Terra Nova at the Citadel of Namur
Visitor center Terra Nova at the Citadel of Namur
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While waiting for our guided tour of the underground tunnels, we hop on the Citadelle's little tourist train for a 25-minute commented tour. We pass through the different parts of the Citadelle (which we learned about earlier during our visit to the Terra Nova Visitor Center) and by the most spectacular views of Namur and Jambes.

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Small tourist train of the Citadel of Namur
Small tourist train of the Citadel of Namur
Small tourist train of the Citadel of Namur
Small tourist train of the Citadel of Namur
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The time has come to visit the underground tunnels and, accompanied by our guide, we descend underground (by a staircase, don't worry). We are then immersed in the life of soldiers during a siege thanks to "sound and light" projections. We travel through the ages as we visit the underground network and we quickly understand why it was called the "Termite Mound of Europe" by Napoleon. When we return to daylight, we rediscover the surrounding places with a different dimension. The guided tour of the underground tunnels of the Citadel of Namur is for us the best way to learn more about the history of the city and its Citadel.

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Visit of the Souterrains of the Citadel of Namur
Visit of the Souterrains of the Citadel of Namur

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🎟️ The Citadelle PASS includes the visit of the underground tunnels, the train tour and the free access visit of the museum (visitor center).

💰 Prices: 18€ per adult • 16€ for children, students and seniors • Free for children under 6, journalists, teachers and holders of the Museum Pass.

🎟️ The underground tunnels, the visitor center and the little train can also be visited separately. To know the prices for each attraction, we advise you to go directly to the website of the Citadel of Namur.

🧣 It's not warm in the underground tunnels, even in summer, bring a sweater to visit them.

ℹ️ Information and booking: www.citadelle.namur.be

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Walking and contemplating the views of Namur and Jambes from the Citadel

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The site of the Citadel of Namur is not just the Citadel. We advise you to go to the Château de Namur and stroll through its magnificent rose garden. Going down towards the city center, we invite you to pass by the Maison des Mariages and the Théâtre de Verdure (which has hosted the Verdur Rock music festival every summer since 1985). This is where le Pavillon is located, an art center that hosts exhibitions, and the cable car station to go down to the city.

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Castle of Namur
Castle of Namur
House of Weddings
House of Weddings
Theater of Verdur Namur
Theater of Verdur
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A little further down from the visitor center, you can also find the famous work by Jan Fabre "Searching for Utopia" which overlooks the city since 2015.

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Work 'Searching for Utopia' by Jan Fabré or called 'The Tortoise' in Namur
Searching for Utopia

Watching the sunset in Namur

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For us, one of the most beautiful views of Namur is from the Watchtower which offers a magnificent panorama of the confluence. The perfect spot to enjoy the last light of the day and observe the hustle and bustle of the end of the day in the city of Namur.

We go down the small paths that lead to the confluence once the sun has set. We then discover Namur by night and the poetry of the city lights that are reflected on the water.

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Tour of the Lookout of the Citadel of Namur
Watchtower Tour
Man walking to the Citadel of Namur
The Nest in Namur
Drone view of the Confluence and the Citadel of Namur
Villa Balat night in Namur
Villa Balat

Our good addresses in Namur

Namur is a city bursting with great places to eat or have a drink. You can find a list of the places we recommend and have tried during our various visits to Namur.

At Maurice's, Croque Monsieur Bar

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On Maurice Servais square, right next to the Namur cable car, is Chez Maurice. Here the Croque-Monsieur is king and there's one for every taste. The atmosphere is friendly and warm, the ideal place to have a responsible little lunch at lunchtime.

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At Maurice's – Croque monsieur bar in Namur
At Maurice's – Croque monsieur bar in Namur

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🕐 Hours: Tuesday to Thursday: 11 am - 3 pm | Friday and Saturday: 11 am - 4 pm | Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm.

📍 Address: 10, place Maurice Servais in Namur

ℹ️ Info and booking: www.chezmaurice.be

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The Tasty Local Meats

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This is where you'll find the best burgers in Namur. Their dishes are made with ingredients from local producers. The menu is however quite limited because you will have the choice between meatballs and burgers. The little extra? The salad and fries are all-you-can-eat, just ask.

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Tasty Local Meats – Restaurant in Namur

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🕐 Opening hours: Open from Monday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

📍 Address: 7, rue des Fripiers in Namur

ℹ️ Information and booking: www.tastyviandeslocales.com

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Vivo Restaurant

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Vivo is a restaurant offering gastronomic cuisine and located in old Namur. The atmosphere is warm and typical, with an old glass roof in particular. During the summer season, one can enjoy their small summer terrace.

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Vivo Restaurant Gastronomic in Namur
Vivo Restaurant Gastronomic in Namur

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🕐 Opening hours: Open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Thursdays to Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

📍 Address: 13, rue du Président in Namur

ℹ️ Information and reservation: www.vivo-restaurant.be

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Craving

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Declared by the people of Namur as the first "chef's haven" in the country, Craquage is a space 100% dedicated to the culinary experience and sharing. On the menu, you'll find dishes to share inspired by the chefs who have worked in the kitchen during the year. The place also benefits from a magnificent terrace at the foot of the Belfry.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🕐 Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM and 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

📍 Address: 2, rue du Beffroi in Namur

ℹ️ Info and reservation: www.craquage.be or via Instagram.

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Coffee & More

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Just a few meters from the Belfry, Coffee & More is a charming little establishment for a break during the day. Whether it's for lunch, brunch, lunch (they have a great sandwich + soup deal) or afternoon tea, there's something for everyone.

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PRACTICAL INFO

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🕐 Hours: Tuesday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm.

🐕 Pets allowed.

📍 Address: 21, rue Emile Cuvelier in Namur

ℹ️ Info and reservations: @coffeeandmorenamur on Instagram

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The Cup'inn

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Les Cup’inn is THE tea room with a hyper trendy decor in Namur. At the base of the concept, we find the cupcake that they have modernized and declined in several different flavors. We also find cookies, brownies, cheesecakes and other gourmet homemade pastries.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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🕐 Opening hours: Monday and Tuesday: 12 pm - 6 pm | Wednesday to Saturday: 10:30 am - 6:30 pm.

📍 Address: 11, rue Haute Marcelle in Namur

ℹ️ Info and booking: www.lescupinn.be

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Can't find what you're looking for? Want to discover other places in Namur? We highly recommend the Instagram account @namur_food, a bible on all the places to eat in and around Namur.

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Where to stay in Namur and the surrounding area?

The Urban Cabins of Namur

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This unusual accommodation located in the heart of Old Namur and just a few meters from Place Maurice Servais has everything to please! The Cabanes Urbaines is a project imagined in a narrow house in old Namur. The place has been brilliantly renovated and now offers three atypical accommodations, small but comfortable.

If you wish to stay there, we have a promo codeEXPLORATEURS10’ which offers you 10% off your total reservation.

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Urban Cabins, Unusual Accommodation in Namur
Urban Cabins, Unusual Housing in Namur
Urban Cabins, Unusual Accommodation in Namur

The Time of Rapture

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Le Temps de Livresse is a lovely B&B (Bed & Books) located 5 minutes by car from the city center of Namur. A real favorite where we spent a quiet night at a price that is more than affordable for the level of services.

To find out more, do not hesitate to read the article we dedicated to it ‘Unusual accommodation in Namur: Le Temps de Livresse’

Book on Booking.com

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The Time of Revelry - Gîte in Namur

The vegetable garden hut of the Linciaux Farm

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Are you looking for unusual accommodation close to nature for your stay in Namur? We've found the perfect place for you: sleep in the magnificent cabin at the Ferme de Linciaux. A comfortable stay, where local and short-circuit are the key words.

To learn more, feel free to read the article we dedicated to it 'Unusual accommodation in Ciney: the cabin at the Ferme de Linciaux'

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Cabin of the Vegetable Garden of the Farm of Linciaux – Unusual Accommodation Belgium

At Mukky's Meadow

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A small cabin for a romantic stay near Andenne (which is less than 30 minutes from Namur). Its extra touch? A heated outdoor jacuzzi for a relaxing moment after a day exploring Namur.

To learn more, feel free to read the article we dedicated to it 'Romantic stay in Andenne: Au pré de Mukky'

Book on Booking.com

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At The Meadow of Mukky, romantic accommodation in Andenne

How to get to Namur?

Traveling to Namur by Train

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The train is the ideal solution to get to Namur. The train station is located in the center and it also allows you to limit your ecological footprint. In addition, for us, the best way to discover the city of Namur is by walking.

Namur is a train station easily accessible from several major cities in Belgium. It will take 1 hour from Brussels, 25 minutes from Ottignies, 45 minutes from Liège, 30 minutes from Dinant and Charleroi. For more information or to plan your trip, do not hesitate to visit the SNCB website.

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Getting to Namur by car: where to park in Namur?

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Do you prefer to travel with your own vehicle? Namur is easily accessible by car, its city center a little less so (you'll need to be patient, especially during rush hour) and parking solutions are often expensive.

The best solution for us is to park your vehicle at the Confluence parking, outside the historic center. In addition, they offer an evening rate (from 7 pm to 9 am the next day) at the advantageous price of €5.

To park for free in Namur, you will have to go to the Citadelle site, but spaces are limited. There are also several blue zones, but spaces are popular and only valid for 2 hours, not ideal for visiting the city.

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Drone View – Footbridge of the Stride in Namur
Footbridge of the Stride
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We were surprised by everything you can see and do in Namur. The city has a rich cultural heritage that you discover alley after alley and that is not limited to its Citadel. We had a real ❤️ crush with the visit of the undergrounds of the latter. We advise you to spend a whole weekend there to discover at your own pace all its hidden wonders. We hope in any case to have inspired you to (re)discover Namur and/or for a next stay in the Walloon capital.

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