Overview
Tongeren stakes a credible claim as Belgium's oldest town, with Roman walls dating to the 2nd century and Gallo-Roman archaeological finds that rival any in Flanders. The real crowd-pleaser is Western Europe's largest Sunday antique and flea market, drawing up to 350 vendors and visitors from across the region every weekend.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
Free Wi-Fi at the tourist office. Belgian SIM cards widely available if needed for data.
Culture
Dutch is the local language but French is widely spoken due to proximity to Wallonia. Most people speak basic English.
Health
A.Z. Vesalius hospital (Hazelereik 51, 24/7) handles emergencies. Pharmacies are available throughout the city.
Money
ATMs are available at the train station and throughout the city center. Banking services are also available at the post office on Wijkstraat.
Safety
Standard European city safety. Call 112 for emergencies. Main police station on Blaarstraat (M-F 08:00-18:00, Sa 09:00-17:00).
Transport
Tongeren railway station connects to Liège and Maastricht. Bus 4 and 104 serve the Pliniuspark campersite area. De Lijn app or website plans routes.
Weather
Temperate maritime climate: January averages 1-5°C, July-August 16-23°C. Rainfall is highest in December (109mm) and lowest in April (56mm).