Chiroux, Cultural center in Liège, Belgium
Chiroux is a cultural center in Liège that houses a library, performance spaces, and a residential tower on Place des Carmes. The complex functions as a multi-purpose venue for community activities and artistic programming.
The complex was built between 1967 and 1970 on a site that was previously occupied by urban blocks. Construction was part of the broader Kennedy Bridge development area that reshaped central Liège.
The name comes from a Walloon word for young volunteers from wealthy families who kept order in Liège. This heritage reflects how the place connects to local civic traditions and community involvement.
The center opens on weekdays from 8:30 to 12:00 and again from 13:00 to 16:30, with parking available nearby at Kennedy and Saint-Paul areas. Plan your visit around these hours to make the most of your time there.
The building stands on a former island block between Rue André Dumont and Rue des Croisiers, a detail that shows its unusual position within the city layout. This location makes it a remarkable example of how urban redesign reshaped the center.
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