The remains of the fortified wall

Urban Renewal and Fortified Heritage
Undergoing major urban renewal since the 1970s—recognized by the European EDEN award in 2011—Marche-en-Famenne blends historic architecture with modern art along its pedestrian streets. In the 13th and 14th centuries, the town was enclosed by a 1.4 km rampart, 4.2 m thick, featuring over twenty towers, moats, and marshes.

The Guard Walk and Historic Crafts
At this corner of the former city wall, rampart remains uncovered in 2014 have been integrated into a modern footbridge. It evokes the guards' walk, featuring four circular structures symbolizing medieval turrets. Sculptures on their facades pay tribute to traditional local crafts (lace maker, chimney sweep, tanner, and brewer). At the roundabout, Serge Gangolf's Point de rencontre sculpture illustrates the connection between the town's fortified history and contemporary art.