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Liège (/ l i ˈ ɛ ʒ, l i ˈ eɪ ʒ / lee-EZH, lee-AYZH, French: ⓘ; Walloon: Lîdje; Dutch: Luik ⓘ; German: Lüttich ⓘ) is a city and municipality of Wallonia and the capital of the Belgian province of Liège.
La ville de Liège, chef-lieu de la Province du même nom, a la particularité de se situer dans la zone de point de rencontre de trois États, à 25 kilomètres au sud de Maastricht aux Pays-Bas et à 40 kilomètres à l'ouest d' Aix-la-Chapelle ( Aachen) en Allemagne .
- Learn About Art at the Grand Curtius. The Grand Curtius, or Curtius Museum, is an archeology and art museum set in a restored mansion from the 17th Century.
- Climb the Montagne de Bueren. The Stairs of Mount Bueren are well worth climbing but it is also worth exploring the passageways around the Montagne and marveling at the hidden treasures you find along the way.
- Marvel at the Liege-Guillemins Station. This iconic building will certainly take your breath away. The building is both a vital hub for transport in the country and a stunning example of modern architecture.
- Witness Beauty on the Inside of the Musee Des Beaux-Arts de Liege. As you approach this museum in the Feronstree district of Liege, you will be shocked by how unattractive the building it is.
- Climb the Montagne de Bueren. Tourists visiting Liège can't miss the Montagne de Bueren (Bueren Mountain), a massive set of 374 steps, which rise at a 30 percent incline.
- Tour the Museums of the Quai de Maestricht. The Maestricht Quay (Quai de Maestricht) neighborhood, on the riverbank, is a good place to head if you want to delve into some local history, as it is home to a selection of interesting museums.
- Visit the Convent Church of Saint-Paul. In Liège's Place de la Cathédrale stands the former Convent Church of Saint-Paul, founded by Bishop Heraclius in 971.
- Parc Boverie. Liège's largest public green space, Parc Boverie was created in 1874 to provide a peaceful place to enjoy nature. Nestled in the V formed by the confluence of the Meuse and Dérivation rivers, this is a peaceful oasis with grassy lawns, paths with shaded benches, and a large garden.
Jul 8, 2021 · Discover the charming city of Liège, rich in history, culture and cuisine. Explore its cobbled streets, ancient architecture, art galleries, parks, beer and waffles.
Liège, city, Walloon Region, eastern Belgium, on the Meuse River at its confluence with the Ourthe. (The grave accent in Liège was officially approved over the acute in 1946.) The site was inhabited in prehistoric times and was known to the Romans as Leodium.
May 18, 2023 · Discover the art, architecture, history and culture of Liege, the third-largest city in Belgium. Explore museums, churches, parks, riverside, and more in this guide to 20 amazing things to do in Liege.
