Sculptures and monuments inLiège

Q: In what architectural style was the Cathedral of Liège built and what historical events are associated with it?

The Cathedral of St. Paul combines the Gothic style of the XIII century with elements of Romanesque architecture in the crypt. Here the reliquary of Charlemagne is kept, and in 1468 the cathedral survived the looting by the troops of Charles the Bold. The stained glass windows of the XIX century depict scenes from the life of St. Lambert, the patron of the city.

Q: Where to go to Liege with children to be interesting and informative?

Children will be impressed by the Museum of Transport with a collection of ancient trams and steam locomotives, as well as the House of Science with interactive exhibits. In the park d'Avre you can see the statue of the legendary Tancre - the local analogue of Robin Hood.

Q: Where in Liege to take the most atmospheric photos with historical color?

Unique shots will be obtained on the Pont de Arche bridge overlooking the old quarters and the bell tower of the church of Saint Barthelemy of the XII century. Picturesque are the narrow streets of Le Carré with half-timbered houses of the XVII century and the inner courtyard of the Palace of Princes-Bishops.

Q: What little-known, but amazing places of Liege are worth visiting for lovers of history?

In the Île quarter, you should find the chapel of Saint-Roche of the XV century with frescoes and an underground passage from Napoleon’s time. The Museum of Walloon Art houses a rare collection of religious sculptures of the XV-XVIII centuries, including works by Jean Delcourt.

Q: What famous personalities are associated with the sights of Liege and what legends are there about them?

In the house at 136 Feronstrais, Georges Simenon, the creator of Commissioner Maigret, was born. According to legend, the ghost of Prince-Bishop Erard de la Marc still roams the corridors of his palace. In St. Paul's Cathedral there is a sword, allegedly belonging to Charlemagne.

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Equestrian statue of Carolus Magnus

In 1855. Louis Jehotte, later Professor of Sculpture at the Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels, offers the city of Liege to install …

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Sculpture "Our Lady with Child"

Liege is the largest and one of the oldest cities in Wallonia. In Liège lived and worked Baroque sculptor Jean Del Cour (1627-1701 …

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Monument to Charles Roger

Charles Roger (16 August 1800) - May 27, 1885 - prominent Belgian politician of liberal orientation. The monument is located at …

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