Broel Towers
The Broeltürme (nl: Broeltorens ) are two towers in the city of Kortrijk ( Belgium ). These medieval towers (together with the artillery tower) are the only remains of the old city fortifications.
history
The south tower, the Speyetoren (± 1385), was part of the reinforced fencing of the count's castle .
The north tower, the Ingelborchtoren (± 1413), was built for defense with primitive artillery guns. It is opened for certain events.
There is a statue of Johannes von Nepomuk on the Broel Bridge .
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Coordinates: 50 ° 49 ′ 50.2 ″ N , 3 ° 16 ′ 0.7 ″ E