The Sambre River valley has been a strategic military route for centuries because it connects northern Europe with France. Numerous conflicts have taken place around towns such as Charleroi and Namur.
The Sambre River valley has been a strategic military route for centuries because it connects northern Europe with France. Numerous conflicts have taken place around towns such as Charleroi and Namur. Earlier medieval and early modern struggles in the region shaped the development of Belgium's fortified towns and castles. Today, visitors can explore riverside landscapes, historic villages and cycling routes while discovering how geography influenced warfare.
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