Marché de la Batte, Liège

Name: Marché de la Batte
Address: Liège, Belgium

#49 among attractions in Liège

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The market of the Batte, commonly called the Batte by the people of Liege, is a Sunday market, known internationally, located along the left bank of the Meuse in Liege, Belgium.

Dating from 1561, it is the oldest market in the country and, with its 4 to 5 million annual visitors, one of the most important in Europe.

Area: 2.47 acres (0.0039 mi²)Coordinates: 50°38'42"N, 5°34'52"E

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Liège (Outremeuse)Liège Belgium

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Marché de la Batte – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Liège Cathedral, Médiacité shopping centre, Grand Curtius, St Martin's Basilica.

0.5 miSW
Gothic-style church with a cloister
Liège Cathedral, Liège
14 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 miS
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.
~1000 ftNE
Archeology and decorative arts museum
Grand Curtius, Liège
5 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...
0.7 miW
Church, Gothic architecture
St Martin's Basilica, Liège
19 min walk • St. Martin's Basilica, a historical and architectural marvel, graces the skyline of Liège, Belgium. This prominent Roman Catholic church, which has stood since the 10th century, was elevated to the status of a basilica in 1909.
~1590 ftW
Palace
Prince-Bishops' Palace, Liège
8 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...
~1190 ftN
11th-century church with red facade
Collegiate Church of St. Bartholomew, Liège
6 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...
0.5 miW
Opera, Theater, Concerts and shows
Opéra Royal de Wallonie, Liège
13 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...
0.5 miS
Nightlife, Music venue
La Zone, Liège
14 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.
~1780 ftW
Shopping centre, Square
Place Saint-Lambert, Liège
9 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.
~1660 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Romanesque architecture
Collégiale Saint-Denis de Liège, Liège
8 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.
~1800 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
archéoforum, Liège
9 min walk • The Archéoforum is an archaeological museum on place Saint-Lambert in Liège in Belgium. It is centered on the ruins of Saint Lambert's Cathedral and also includes the remains of a Gallo-Roman villa as well as displaying objects from the Mesolithic onward.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Marché de la Batte?

Nearby attractions include Féronstrée, Liège (4 min walk), Musée d'Ansembourg, Liège (4 min walk), Dieudonné Lambrecht, Liège (5 min walk), Grand Curtius, Liège (5 min walk).

How to get to Marché de la Batte by public transport?

The nearest stations to Marché de la Batte:

Bus

Liège Rue de la Cité • Lines: 10, 13, 18, 5, 6, 67, 69, 7, 76 (4 min walk)
Liège Rue Saint-Jean Baptiste • Lines: 1, 24, 4, 5, 6, 7 (4 min walk)

Train

Liège-Saint-Lambert (12 min walk)
Liège-Carré (23 min walk)