Grand-Place (Tournai)

The Grand-Place (French: [ɡʁɑ̃ plas]; "Grand Square") is the main square and the centre of activity of Tournai, Hainaut, Belgium. The square has a triangular shape, owing it to the convergence of several ancient paths, and it covers 7,500 m2 (81,000 sq ft).

Grand-Place
View of Tournai's Grand-Place from its Belfry
Location within Belgium
LocationTournai, Hainaut, Belgium
Coordinates50°36′23″N 3°23′11″E

As in many Belgian cities, there are a number of cafés and pubs on the Grand-Place. In the middle of the square there are a series of water fountains, while a circular staircase to the top of the city's Belfry can be climbed.

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