Autumn is here: 7 good reasons to take a few days to visit Liège

Despite its size, the Cité Ardente is particularly well explored on foot. From Place Saint-Lambert, head to Place du Marché, the Perron, Rue Hors-Château, then the alleys and impasses of old Liège.

In autumn, when the temperatures are cooler, this walk becomes even more pleasant: you walk, stop at a café, then resume your exploration at your own pace.

To get some elevation, head to the famous Montagne de Bueren and then the hills of the Citadelle.

The Terraces Trail crosses gardens, wooded areas, and historical remains all while offering several viewpoints over the city. When trees take on their autumn hues, this green haven, located just a few minutes from the center, is particularly worth the trip.

A bit of rain? It has never stopped any of our visitors. Rain and Belgium, it's a long-standing story and... it’s part of the experience. Even more so in Liège.

The Grand Curtius, the Archéoforum, the Museum of Walloon Life, and La Cité Miroir easily fill half a day. The city trip remains interesting regardless of the weather.

It's also one of the great advantages of an urban getaway in autumn: alternating between outdoor walks and indoor visits according to your desires.

Liège-style meatballs, waffles, Liège syrup, local beers... Liège's gastronomy has everything needed to accompany the first cool days.

At the Van der Valk Hotel, L’Atelier du Sélys offers a bistronomic approach, while Shizu Fusion blends Japanese influences with world flavors.

Liège is also well suited for a shopping day. For major brands, head to the Saint-Paul district, Vinâve d’Île, Rue des Dominicains, and the Carré. The historic covered Passage Lemonnier also allows you to continue shopping even when it rains.

For a more local vibe, head to En Neuvice, Souverain-Pont, or Hors-Château streets. There, you'll find more creators, concept stores, artisans, design shops, and small gourmet addresses.

Easily dedicate a few hours to shopping before extending the day with a drink or dinner in the center.

After a day wandering the streets of the Cité Ardente (perhaps in the autumn rain and wind), it's time to relax.

Liège offers many spas where heated pools, jacuzzis, Finnish saunas, hammams, infrared saunas, salt caves, and various massages and treatments await you. The DAO center is now presented as the largest urban spa in Wallonia. Suffice it to say it's worth the trip.

Liège doesn't rely on a particular tourist season. Markets, restaurants, culture, heritage, and nightlife continue to animate the city when summer ends.

This is precisely what makes it an ideal destination for an autumn getaway: you can improvise your program based on your mood and the weather.

Liège delights with its ambiance, heritage, gastronomy, and walks. Lively, warm, and full of character, it allows you to switch within minutes from a waterfront walk to a museum, from a historic district to a shopping street, or from a terrace to a good restaurant.

From its central location, Van der Valk Liège Sélys manages to blend city, nature, culture, and well-being. A great opportunity to take a few days to discover, or rediscover, the Cité Ardente and everything that makes its charm.