The Namur Theatre is one of the last Italian-style theatres in Europe (19th century).
After being destroyed by fire, it was rebuilt in 1863 using sandstone. It has three levels.
In 1998, it was renovated by architects Thierry Lanotte and Pierre Lamby.
In the foyer, the fresco ‘Théâtre’ by French painter Garouste has adorned the ceiling since 1999.
Photo credit Théâtre de Namur : © Théâtre de Namur
Photo credit technical gallery : © Atingo - Clémentine Lambin
Attention, particularities! Difficulties will be encountered on-site. Consult the points of attention for this location to prepare yourself.
Strengths
There is at least one reserved parking space within 100 metres of the entrance.
Reserved parking spaces are clearly marked.
It is possible to drop someone off near the entrance.
All passageways are fairly wide.
The floor is hard.
There is a ramp that is difficult to negotiate, but staff are available to assist.
The building and entrance are easily identifiable.
Staff can see people arriving and are available to assist.
The ticket office counter is not wheelchair accessible, but there are two reception desks to compensate for this. Reservations can be made via the website, telephone or email.
There is a mobile payment system.
Staff are available to provide directions and assistance.
The steps can be bypassed via a clearly marked alternative route.
The floor is even and obstacle-free.
All passageways are fairly wide.
There is a ramp that is difficult to negotiate, but staff are available to assist.
There is a lift.
There is a bar on the 2nd floor. The seats are movable. Bar service is not available for wheelchair users, but staff are available to serve at the table.
In the Grande Salle, there is a wheelchair-accessible box on the ground floor and movable seats. In the Amphitheatre, the seats are movable. In the Studio, wheelchair users must sit in front of the fixed seats.
Points of attention
There are several steps to negotiate.
The flooring of the access route is uneven, with old cobblestones.
The main entrance has an 8.7% access ramp 8 m long, without a handrail, and the entrance door has a 2 cm step that is not bevelled.
Access is also possible via the secondary entrance at the rear of the theatre, but the path is narrow.
The doors are between 80 and 85 cm wide.
The doors can be crossed with assistance.
There is at least one ramp that is difficult to cross.
The access route to the Studio is narrow but possible with assistance and with the doors open.
Access to the Grande Salle and the Amphitheatre is by lift, via an internal access ramp : it has a 4% slope over a length of 14 m, with no handrail, but it is located between two walls.
The lift door has a clear passage of 80 cm, and the cabin measures 106x140 cm.
The lift does not provide access to the Studio.
A toilet for people with reduced mobility is available on the 1st floor. However, it is not adapted and cannot be locked.
The toilet is difficult to find.
Assistance is required to open the door.
The space around the toilet bowl is too small.
Access to the washbasin is not easy.
The door width is between 80 and 85 cm.
The theatre does not have reserved seating.
Attention, particularities! Difficulties will be encountered on-site. Consult the points of attention for this location to prepare yourself.
Strengths
There is at least one reserved parking space less than 50 metres from the entrance.
Reserved parking spaces are clearly marked.
All passageways are wide enough.
The building and entrance are easily identifiable.
Staff can see people arriving and are available to assist.
The entrance via the ticket office is via a few steps, without a handrail, or via the theatre lobby. However, it is possible to make reservations via the website, telephone or email.
Seats are available near the reception area.
There are staff members available to provide directions and assistance.
The steps can be bypassed via a clearly marked alternative route.
The floor is even and free of obstacles.
All passageways are fairly wide.
There are seats along the route.
There is a lift.
There is a bar on the 2nd floor. The seats are movable.
There is a washbasin in the adapted toilet.
Points of attention
There are a few steps to climb without handrails.
The flooring of the access route is uneven, with old paving stones.
The ramps do not have handrails.
The main entrance has an 8.7% access ramp that is 8 metres long, without handrails. It can be bypassed by taking two steps, but these also do not have handrails. The entrance door has a 2 cm threshold that is not bevelled.
Access is also possible via the secondary entrance at the rear of the theatre, but the path is narrow.
Access to the Great Hall and the Amphitheatre is by lift, via an internal access ramp : it has a 4% slope over a length of 14 m, without handrails, but it is located between two walls.
The lift door has a clear width of 80 cm and the cabin measures 106 x 140 cm.
The lift does not provide access to the Studio.
The access route to the Studio is narrow but possible with assistance and with the doors open.
The stairs are not safe.
A toilet for people with reduced mobility is available on the 1st floor. However, it is not adapted and cannot be locked.
There are no grab bars in the toilet.
The key to the toilet must be requested from staff.
Accessible with occasional help! Come accompanied! The difficulties encountered can be overcome with your companion/third-party help.
Strengths
Guide lines facilitate movement.
The stairs on the access route are not secure, but they can be bypassed using two wide ramps.
Assistance dogs are accepted at no extra charge.
The entrance is located in the logical continuation of the route.
Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.
The reception area is not glass-fronted.
The space is complex, but staff are on hand to guide visitors to and from the different areas.
Staff have been trained to assist visitors with specific needs.
Guide lines facilitate movement.
Circulation is barrier-free.
The stairs have at least one handrail.
Audio description is available according to a set schedule.
Points of attention
Access to the Great Hall and the Amphitheatre is via a lift, using an internal access ramp : it has a 4% gradient over a length of 14 metres, with no handrail, but is located between two walls.
The lift does not have a voice synthesis system.
Access to the Studio is via unsecured stairs from the lift or via the secondary entrance at the rear of the Theatre.
Attention, particularities! Difficulties will be encountered on-site. Consult the points of attention for this location to prepare yourself.
Strengths
Natural or artificial guide lines facilitate movement.
The stairs on the access route are not secure, but they can be bypassed by two wide ramps.
The entrance is easily identifiable ; it is located in the logical continuation of the route.
Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.
The space is complex, but staff are on hand to guide visitors to and from the different areas.
Circulation is unobstructed.
The stairs are equipped with at least one handrail for safety.
Audio description is available according to a set schedule.
Points of attention
The glass entrance doors are not sufficiently secure.
There is dazzling lighting from the floor on part of the walkway.
The signage is not suitable and does not make it easy to find your way around.
Access to the Great Hall and the Amphitheatre is via a lift, using an internal access ramp : it has a 4% gradient over a length of 14 metres, with no handrail, but is located between two walls.
The lift does not have a voice synthesis system.
Access to the Studio is via unsecured stairs from the lift, or via the secondary entrance at the rear of the Theatre.
The steps are not contrasted.
There is floor lighting on some stairs.
Floor numbers are not clearly indicated on each landing.
Accessible with occasional help! Come accompanied! The difficulties encountered can be overcome with your companion/third-party help.
Strengths
The building and entrance are easily identifiable.
Opening hours are displayed near the door.
Lighting is sufficient and continuous.
Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.
The reception is easy to find and close to the entrance.
The reception is open, well lit and allows for lip reading.
The establishment can be contacted by email.
There are staff members available to provide directions and guidance. Staff members have received training in sign language.
Wi-Fi is free and available throughout the building.
It is possible to connect to mobile networks, 4G or 5G.
Lighting is sufficient and allows for lip reading.
There is a visual display of the floors in the lift.
It is possible to see whether a toilet is occupied or free.
Part of the programme is offered with Belgian French sign language interpretation.
The lighting is sufficient and continuous during installation and exit.
Points of attention
There is no car park belonging to the theatre. You will need to park in the town or in the car parks listed on the theatre's website.
The theatre's prices are not displayed as they depend on the show being performed. Please consult the website or visit the box office.
The venue is complex and there are insufficient signs to help visitors find their way around.
It is difficult to know which floor you are on.
Accessible with occasional help! Come accompanied! The difficulties encountered can be overcome with your companion/third-party help.
Strengths
The building and entrance are easy to find.
Opening hours are displayed near the door.
Staff can see people arriving and are able to offer assistance.
The reception area is open, well lit and allows for lip reading.
The establishment can be contacted by email.
There is an induction loop at reception.
Staff have been trained to welcome visitors with specific needs.
The lighting is sufficient and allows for lip reading.
There is a visual display of the floors in the lift.
It is possible to see whether a toilet is occupied or free.
Sound amplification headsets are available for all auditoriums, regardless of seating location.
Lighting is sufficient and continuous during installation and exit.
Staff are on hand to help people find their seats.
Points of attention
There is no car park belonging to the theatre. You will need to park in the town or in the car parks listed on the theatre's website.
Depending on how busy it is, the reception area can be very noisy.
Theatre prices are not displayed as they depend on the show being performed. Please consult the website or visit the box office.
The venue is complex and there is insufficient signage to help visitors find their way around.
It is difficult to know which floor you are on.
Accessible with occasional help! Come accompanied! The difficulties encountered can be overcome with your companion/third-party help.
Strengths
The building and entrance are easy to find.
Opening hours are displayed near the door.
Staff can see people arriving and are available to assist.
The reception is easy to find and close to the entrance.
Cash payments (coins and notes) are accepted.
The area is well lit.
The lift is easy to use or staff are available to assist.
There is a visual announcement in the lift.
Lighting is sufficient and continuous on the stairs.
Points of attention
Theatre prices are not displayed, as they depend on the show being performed. Please consult the website or visit the box office.
The steps are not contrasting.
The toilets are difficult to find.
Validity: From 6 December 2024 on 6 December 2027
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Dernière mise à jour effectuée le 24 April 2026 - 16:25
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