Montagne de Bueren
A 374-step straight stone staircase climbs from the old town to the Citadel hill. The view from the top over the Meuse and all of Liège makes it the city's signature experience.
The Montagne de Bueren staircase was built in 1881 to commemorate the Liège heroes who resisted the Burgundian army in the 15th century. It has 374 steps and a steep gradient, climbing from Hors-Château Street straight up to the Citadel hill. It is often ranked among Europe's most demanding urban staircases. The climb to the top takes about 10–15 minutes. Above it, you can connect to the Citadel Park and hillside trails, with views over the old town rooftops and the Meuse River. Every year in early October, the “Night of Montagne de Bueren” fills the staircase with candles. Admission is free. Wear non-slip shoes, as the steps get slippery in the rain.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Museum of Walloon Life
- Place du Marché & Perron
- Citadel of Liège
- Prince-Bishops' Palace
- La Batte Market
- Coteaux de la Citadelle
- Collegiate Church of St. Bartholomew
- Grand Curtius