Grote Markt, Medieval market square in Lier, Belgium.
Grote Markt is a triangular square in Lier surrounded by multi-story buildings that represent different architectural styles and periods. The space is anchored by a slender belfry tower and the town hall, with cobblestones covering the open area.
This square developed in medieval times as a marketplace and became the heart of Lier. Most buildings were destroyed by German bombardments in 1914, but the belfry and town hall survived the destruction.
The square's name reflects its role as the heart of daily life in Lier for centuries. Buildings that line it show how local merchants and families wanted their homes to look across different times.
The square is easy to reach on foot and sits in the center of town. The town hall on the square offers visitor information to help you plan activities around Lier.
A brass meridian line is set into the ground near the belfry marking the work of scientist Adolphe Quetelet. In 1838 he used the town hall corner as a sundial for his astronomical observations.
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