Liège

Liège, Belgium's third-largest city, sits where the Meuse and Ourthe rivers meet. This city, once known for its industry, now buzzes with cultural activities. You can visit museums like La Boverie, attend performances at the Opéra Royal de Wallonie, or marvel at the modern architecture of Liège-Guillemins railway station. The city invites you to climb the Montagne de Bueren stairs, explore churches from the Middle Ages, and indulge in local treats such as Liège waffles and pèkèt gin.

Ascending the Montagne de Bueren

The Montagne de Bueren is a steep staircase with 374 steps that links the old part of Liège to the Citadel. Constructed in 1881, you can climb it for free at any time of day or night. When you reach the top, you'll see the city and the Meuse Valley spread out before you. Every October, during the "Nocturne des Coteaux de la Citadelle" event, thousands of candles light up the stairs. To get to the bottom of the staircase, take bus line 1 or 4 to the "Saint-Léonard" stop, then walk for about 5 minutes.