You’re now on Place Saint-Paul, a square with a special charm tucked just behind the cathedral of the same name. Once known as “Place Derrière Saint-Paul,” — literally “Square behind Saint-Paul” — it recalls the old Île district, which was once surrounded by branches of the Meuse. Today it’s a listed heritage site, a tree-lined rectangle framed by historic buildings, both a crossroads and a lively gathering place. Look out for the monument to Jean Del Cour, the great seventeenth-century Baroque sculptor whose works can be admired all across Liège. Around the square, the architecture tells a story of different eras and uses: a sixteenth-century monastic refuge, the imposing headquarters of the FGTB trade union, and the former National Bank, now home to a ballet school. A place rooted in memory yet full of life, it hosts major events each year, from the May Day celebrations to the summer Village Gaulois. Blending heritage, culture, and conviviality, Place Saint-Paul remains one of the city’s most vibrant stages.