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This massive square flat-buttressed keep was built by the Count of Hainaut, Baudoin IV the Builder, in 1166, to defend Hainaut's northern border with Flanders and keep an eye on local nobility. This military complex has a four-storey interior. Note the lack of windows in the lower section and imposing fireplace. The keep was used as a prison in the 14C. The enclosure added in the 15C and 16C has been converted into an arts centre.
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Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide117 m - Grand-Place, 7800 Ath
- The Green Guide136 m - Grand-Place, 7800 Ath
- The Green Guide168 m - Rue de Pintamont 18, Ath
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Where to sleepnearby
- From €78Hôtel du Parc Ath425 m - 4 Rue de Bouchain, 7800 Ath
- From €77Gîte Citadin Athois902 m - 50 Avenue Léon Jouret, 7800 Ath
- From €110L'Oisette7.42 Km - Chaussée de Bruxelles 444, 7822 Ghislenghien
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Where to eatnearby
- Quai n°4€€€MICHELIN 2024250 m - quai Saint-Jacques 4, 7800 Ath
- L'ARTisteAround€309.97 Km - Rue des Moulins 22, 7860 Lessines
- Aux 9 tilleulsAround€5010.6 Km - Place Communale 24, 7830 Silly
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