Gevangenenpoort

The Gevangenenpoort features Gothic architecture with pointed arches, decorated with statues of Saint Rochus and Saint Margaret on its opposing sides.

Built in 1375 as part of the first city fortifications, this structure served as a prison from the 16th century until 1930.

The gate remains the last of five original inner gates from Lier's first defensive wall, representing medieval construction techniques and urban planning.

Two of the three rooms inside the Gevangenenpoort structure currently operate as part of an adjacent hotel, while maintaining public viewing access.

During the 2009 restoration work, workers discovered previously unknown sections of the original city wall connected to the gate structure.

Location: Lier

Inception: 1375

Architectural style: Gothic architecture, classicism

Address: 27 Eikelstraat 27 2500 Lier

GPS coordinates: 51.12972,4.56889

Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40