Forget the flat landscapes you might expect from Belgium. The Province of Liège is where the country gets wild. For a road tripper, this region is an absolute playground. The rolling hills of the Ardennes, dense forests and the windswept moors of the High Fens. It is a place where the straight highways turn into winding country roads that beg you to roll the windows down and just enjoy the drive.
The area offers a perfect mix of adrenaline and relaxation, allowing you to go from the lively streets of Liège to the thermal waters of Spa in under an hour. Whether you are hunting for medieval castles clinging to river cliffs or cruising near the world-famous Francorchamps race track, the scenery changes dramatically with every few kilometers.
No road trip here is complete without tasting the local comfort food. The sugary caramelized waffles and hearty meatballs serve as perfect fuel for the journey. This province feels ancient yet alive. A driving experience that is less about the destination and entirely about the joy of the route.
Liège highlights
- Liège City Center Historic streets, lively markets and iconic landmarks like St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Grand Curtius Museum. A mix of culture, history and lively urban life.
- Spa World-famous spa town known for its thermal baths and wellness centers. Stroll through its parks and elegant streets. Enjoy the relaxing mineral waters that drew visitors for centuries.
- Caves of Remouchamps Spectacular underground caves and rivers to explore. Guided tours reveal stalactites, stalagmites and flowing subterranean rivers.
- The High Fens & Signal de Botrange Drive across the windswept moors on long elevated roads that feel more like Scandinavia than Belgium. Then go to Signal de Botrange, the highest point in Belgium, for some panoramic views.
- Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps This one is for race loves. Drive a lap on "the most beautiful circuit in the world" or visit the museum dedicated to racing history.
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History of Liège
In the Middle Ages, its towns and cities grew along the Meuse River, serving as trade hubs and defensive strongholds. Huy’s medieval citadel, Liège’s grand churches and Spa’s elegant streets all reflect a province where commerce, religion and culture flourished over centuries.
The region experienced waves of changes, from religious wars to the industrial transformations of the 19th century. Coal mines, steelworks and textile factories reshaped towns like Verviers and Liège, making the province one of Belgium’s industrial heartlands.
Rural areas and the Ardennes hills provided a refuge from urban growth. Keeping forests, rivers, and traditional villages intact. Liège Province offers you a journey through centuries of history.