La Batte Market
Marché de la Batte
An open-air market stretching about 2 km along the left bank of the Meuse every Sunday, with vegetables, cheese, flowers and snacks. It is said to be Belgium's oldest market.
The Batte market dates back to the 16th century and takes place every Sunday morning at the Batte quay on the Meuse. Stalls line the riverbank for about two kilometers, offering everything from fruit and vegetables, cheese, cooked foods, flowers and live poultry to clothing, household goods and antiques. It's also a great place to try Liège waffles, roast chicken and péket, a gin-based spirit. The market usually opens around 8 a.m. and closes around 2 p.m., and it is busiest around 10 a.m. The Grand Curtius Museum and the Saint-Barthélemy Church are nearby and can easily be visited along the way.
Opening hours
Sundays approx. 08:00–14:00
Nearby sights
- Collegiate Church of St. Bartholomew
- Grand Curtius
- Montagne de Bueren
- Coteaux de la Citadelle
- Museum of Walloon Life
- Place du Marché & Perron
- Outremeuse & Musée Tchantchès
- Citadel of Liège