Palace · Belgium · Wallonia

Prince-Bishops' Palace

A large palace complex with a courtyard of carved columns, now home to the law courts.

Free to enter about 30 min

For storytellers

Why Prince-Bishops' Palace matters

The Palace of the Prince-Bishops of Liège is a large complex that was once the seat of the rulers of the region and still hosts official functions. Walk into the inner courtyard to see the carved columns, each with a different pattern, and imagine the court of the prince-bishops who ruled the region for centuries.

Talking points

  • The courtyard columns are carved.
  • It was a seat of the prince-bishops.
  • It stands on a main square.

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