Citadel of Liège, Military fortress on Saint Walburge hill in Liège, Belgium.
The Citadel of Liège is a fortress built on a hilltop that rises prominently above the Meuse valley and overlooks the city below. The structure retains sections of fortification walls and open spaces that show how it was organized as a defensive position.
The fortress was first built in the 13th century by a local ruler to protect the city from external threats. Over subsequent centuries, it underwent many modifications and changes, with major alterations occurring in the 20th century.
The fortress has become a place where residents and visitors reflect on the city's layered past while walking its slopes. The remaining walls and open spaces serve as a backdrop for how Liège connects its medieval roots to the present day.
The site is accessible on foot with multiple entry points where you can begin exploring the grounds. Wear comfortable shoes as the terrain is hilly and walking is the main way to see the area.
Much of the original fortress grounds were reshaped in the 1970s to make room for a modern hospital complex. This unexpected blend of history and modern function makes the site today an interesting place where past and present coexist side by side.
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