Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk en de Gravenkapel, Kortrijk

This is one of the oldest building in Kortrijk. It was built in the 12th century. What was interesting for me was the restored chapel with the many paintings of the portraits of the counts of Flanders. It is worth following a guided tour on those chapel and the church as the history and the many unanswered questions about the portraits are highlighted.

This church was such a surprise! Inside you can learn about the history of the 1302 battle between the French and Flanders via an awesome visual and audio display (available in multiple languages). After viewing the film which plays every half hour, you can learn more via interactive panels. The whole thing was free and was one of the best things I’ve done in Belgium so far. Takes about an hour if you want to do everything thoroughly. Some sections were a little bit repetitive about the battle, but still interesting. I hope in the future they create more content about other parts of the city’s history, as they have executed this so well. Really couldn’t believe the quality of the displays for something that is free, wonderful to see.