Liège, Belgium

Liège Belgium

Liège is the largest city in Wallonia and the third-largest municipality in Belgium after Brussels and Antwerp. The city sits at the confluence of the Meuse and Ourthe rivers. A major river port and an economic and commercial hub close to Germany, Liège is home to key economic institutions in Wallonia. Its glorious past has left a rich heritage of churches and museums. Liège is also a university town with a very lively atmosphere. Place Saint-Lambert is the heart of Liège. Today it is a wide open, modern urban space. Around the square are the Galeries Saint-Lambert shopping mall, the Palace of the Prince-Bishops of Liège, and Place du Marché, where you’ll find the town hall and the Perron, a column symbolizing municipal liberties. Place Saint-Lambert is Liège’s central hub and is always bustling with people. Saint Paul’s Cathedral is Liège’s main cathedral. Originally built in the 10th century, it has undergone many restorations over the centuries. In front of the church is Place de la Cathédrale, a square beautifully decorated with flowers. Lined with several restaurants, it’s a perfect place to sit down for a meal or enjoy a cup of coffee. Liège offers a number of very interesting museums, such as the Arms Museum, which traces the history of arms making; the Curtius Museum, with decorative arts, seals, coins, and medals; and the Museum of Walloon Art, which houses an impressive collection of paintings and artifacts. Liège has countless treasures waiting to be discovered. Quirky and lively, it has a large number of restaurants and bars that entertain both locals and visitors. Its vibrant cultural and artistic life and significant architectural heritage make Liège an essential stop on any trip to Belgium.
Recommended airport
Liege (LGG)
Points of interest
  • Saint Jacques Church
  • Grand Curtius Museum
  • Montagne de Bueren
Nearby destinations
  • Spa a 26.22 km
  • Aachen a 39.70 km
  • Maastricht a 25.77 km