Eurostar to Liege

Liège is a beautiful city in Belgium’s southern region of Wallonia. It has a rich and exciting history, mainly famed for being an independent state before the French Revolution, as it was part of the Holy Roman Empire. Not only does it have plenty of historical monuments, it is also popular due to its location on the banks of the river Meuse. It’s also a city fashionable with students, and as you would expect, there are plenty of cultural attractions for the modern visitor, as well as the odd party or two! Known to locals as ‘the Ardent City’, Liège is the perfect place to visit for a weekend away. It is one of the destinations available on the Eurostar’s connections service, so it’s never been easier to get to.

About Liege

After you’ve settled into your hotel, head down to the city centre. One of the highlights of your visit will be the Palace of the Prince-Bishops on Place St Lambert. The palace dates back to the sixteenth century, and although it has been the subject of many a restoration project, it is now considered by many to be one of the most beautiful buildings in all of Europe.

To find out more about Liège’s history, take a trip to the Grand Curtius Museum. The collections and exhibitions there are massively informative, and will give you a well-rounded look at local arts and armaments. The building itself is a sight to behold, a large white and red structure dating back to Renaissance times. For more contemporary examples of art, take a trip to the Liège Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. And for even more culture, head to the Royal Opera of Wallonia for a concert.

The centre of the city is the place to be. To really get a feel for life in Liège, head over to the Carre quarter, where the locals love to hang out. There are an abundance of restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can try local delicacies, such as veal kidneys, meatballs in rabbit sauce, and waffles. In the bars, the recommended drink is pèkèt, a juniper-flavoured spirit. And if you’re keen to embrace the local life, end your meal with a smooth Belgian coffee.

If you feel the night is still young, there are plenty of places to continue your party on the market square, or Place du Marché, which is filled with balcony bars and lounges that serve drinks well into the early hours.

Liege by Eurostar Trains

If you fancy an enjoyable trip to Liege, then remember, you can get to Liège on one of the Eurostar’s connection services. This means you'll have to change trains at some point. Eurostar trains depart from St Pancras International, a very easy-to-get-to destination in London. Your simplest option of connection services after getting on the train at London is to change Gare de Bruxelles Midi, from one platform to another for a connection. From here, a SNBC train will take you straight to Liège. All in all, the journey time from London is about three and a half hours.

Visit the official Eurostar web site to book your train tickets to Liege.