Église Saint-Brice, Medieval church in Tournai, Belgium
Église Saint-Brice is a medieval church in Tournai featuring a 15th-century square tower and a second tower topped with traditional red tiles. The building has a nave with transepts and displays a distinctive Belgian hall church design.
The building suffered extensive damage from World War II bombardment due to its location near the railway station. Reconstruction work was completed in 1954.
Inside the church, works by local artist Nelly Mercier sit alongside historical religious pieces, including paintings by Gaspard de Crayer. This blend of modern and older art shapes how the space feels to visitors.
The church sits a short walk from Tournai's main square, across the River Scheldt on the far bank. It is open during regular visiting hours throughout the week.
The choir section features a triple hall design with wooden ceilings, showing an early Belgian architectural approach. This distinctive layout often goes unnoticed despite shaping the interior experience.
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