Fort de la Chartreuse, Liège

Name: Fort de la Chartreuse
Address: Liège, Belgium

#14 among attractions in Liège

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The Fort de la Chartreuse, which dominates the Amercœur neighborhood of Liège in Belgium, was built between 1817 and 1823 to defend the city. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1817 (208 years ago)Coordinates: 50°37'54"N, 5°35'55"E

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GrivegnéeLiège Belgium

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Fort de la Chartreuse – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Liège Cathedral, Médiacité shopping centre, Grand Curtius, Prince-Bishops' Palace.

1.3 miNW
Gothic-style church with a cloister
Liège Cathedral, Liège
34 min walk • Liège Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of Saint Paul in Liège, is a remarkable church that stands proudly in the heart of the city of Liège, Belgium. This stunning piece of architecture is not only a place of worship but also an important historical...
0.8 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Médiacité shopping centre, Liège
21 min walk • Médiacité Shopping Liège is a shopping center located near the center of the Belgian city of Liege in the Longdoz district. With brands such as Primark, Zara or Media Markt, the center welcomes an average of 8 million visitors per year.
1.3 miNW
Archeology and decorative arts museum
Grand Curtius, Liège
32 min walk • The Grand Curtius is a prestigious museum nestled in the heart of Liège, Belgium. This cultural gem is housed in a magnificent red-brick mansion, which itself is a testament to the region’s rich architectural heritage. With its roots stretching back to the early...
1.4 miNW
Palace
Prince-Bishops' Palace, Liège
37 min walk • The Prince-Bishops' Palace, nestled in the heart of Liège, Belgium, stands as a testament to the city's historical and architectural heritage. This grand edifice, once the seat of the Prince-Bishops who governed Liège from the Middle Ages until the end of the Ancien...
1.3 miNW
11th-century church with red facade
Collegiate Church of St. Bartholomew, Liège
34 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Liège, Belgium, the Collegiate Church of St. Bartholomew stands as a testament to the city's medieval past. This remarkable church, with its distinctive twin towers and Romanesque architecture, has been a spiritual and cultural beacon...
1.5 miNW
Opera, Theater, Concerts and shows
Opéra Royal de Wallonie, Liège
38 min walk • The Opéra Royal de Wallonie is a beacon of cultural heritage nestled in the heart of Liège, Belgium. This prestigious theatre has been an emblem of the city’s artistic landscape since its inauguration in 1820, serving as a hub for operatic performances that...
0.9 miNW
Nightlife, Music venue
La Zone, Liège
23 min walk • La Zone is a music venue for alternative and underground music in Liège, Belgium 50.637411°N 5.580325°E. It's located in Outremeuse, the island in the middle of Liège and is hosting a wide variety of musical bands from everywhere in the world, as well as theatre, exhibitions, workshops.
1.4 miNW
Shopping centre, Square
Place Saint-Lambert, Liège
37 min walk • The Place Saint-Lambert is a square in the centre of Liège, Belgium. Until 1794, it was the site of St. Lambert's Cathedral. Remains of the foundations of the cathedral have been conserved, and are on display at the Archéoforum, under the square.
1.3 miNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Romanesque architecture
Collégiale Saint-Denis de Liège, Liège
34 min walk • The Church of St. Denis is a parish church in Liège, Belgium. The fortified building was designed to be part of the city's defences. It was founded by Notker of Liège in 987 and first consecrated on 12 March 990. The tower was added around 1100.
1.2 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Comedy club
Théâtre de Liège, Liège
32 min walk • Théâtre de Liège is a theatre in Liège, Belgium. The theatre briefly became the subject of notoriety in July 2015 after it was found that its logo, designed by local designer Olivier Debie, had been plagiarized by the designer of the emblem for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
1.2 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
Evangeliary of Averbode, Liège
32 min walk • Evangeliary of Averbode is an illuminated manuscript evangeliary with typological illustrations. It was created in the Meuse Region of Belgium, and is an example of Romanesque Mosan art.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fort de la Chartreuse?

Nearby attractions include Cimetière de Robermont, Liège (14 min walk), Musée des Transports en Commun du Pays de Liège, Liège (18 min walk), La Zone, Liège (23 min walk), Rue Roture, Liège (23 min walk).

How to get to Fort de la Chartreuse by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fort de la Chartreuse:

Bus

Grivegnée Rue des Fortifications • Lines: 35 (6 min walk)

Train

Bressoux (28 min walk)