The Belfry

"El Catiau" (as it is fondly called in Mons) - symbol of Mons' identity - was erected in the 17th century after the collapse of the bell tower in 1661. This 87 meter-high tower is the only baroque belfry in Belgium, classically decorated. The walls are made of Bray sandstone, the embellishments, pillars and pilasters of blue stone.

Listed under the "World Heritage of Humanity" by Unesco
Guided outdoor visit only on written request to the Tourist Office, Grand-Place 22, 7000 Mons
ph. +32 (0)65 33 55 80 - fax: (0)65 35 63 36
Car park for cars and buses nearby: Square Roosevelt

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