The Broeltorens (broel towers) are a classified monument and a landmark in the Belgian city of Kortrijk. Although they look identical, the towers were not built at the same time. The Southern tower, also know as the Speyetoren, was built in 1385 to control the traffic on the river Lys. The Northern tower, known as the Ingelborchtoren was built in 1415 and was used as an armory. A statue of John of Nepomuk can be found in the middle of the bridge spanning between the two towers. The towers are t… (More on Broeltorens)