Feeling the heat? Don't panic, Tournai has everything you need to keep cool!
When the temperature rises, the City of 5 Bell Towers has plenty of places to cool off, on your own, with friends or family.
Water games
- The water jets in the Grand-Place (guaranteed fun for young and old),
- The fountains in the Parc Reine Astrid, perfect for a relaxing break.
Shady spots
- The Jardin de la Reine, just off the Pont des Trous,
- Parc Georges Brassens or Parc Marvis, under majestic trees.
Out for a walk?
- Enjoy the shade of the trees along the Scheldt while discovering our new audio walk "L'Escaut vous raconte..." (The Scheldt tells you...) !
Smart hydration
- Drinking water points are available throughout the town: https://www.tournai.be/fontaines-a-eau
- Tip > pick up a ‘Made in Tournai’ water bottle at the Tourist Office.
Cool activities
- A tree-climbing session at Ecopark Adventures,
- A dip in the Orient swimming pool,
- A cool visit to Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Fancy a cool drink?
- Take a seat on a covered terrace on the Grand-Place or along the quays!
