The park was redesigned in 1905 to host the Universal Exhibition of Liège, specifically the Pavilion of Fine Arts.
The island is formed by the artificial creation of the Dérivation canal, separating it from the main flow of the Meuse.
The arboretum within the park contains rare species, including a giant Sequoia and diverse exotic conifers.
La Boverie museum building was designed by architects Jean-Louis Delaunoy and Charles Soubre.
During the 1905 World's Fair, the park featured a mock 'Old Liège' village constructed from historic facades relocated from around the city.
The park provides a direct pedestrian connection between the modern Calatrava-designed Guillemins station and the historic city center.
Parc Boverie is a triangular island park situated at the confluence of the Meuse and Ourthe rivers in Liège. It serves as the home to La Boverie, a fine arts museum housed in a renovated building originally constructed for the 1905 World's Fair. The park features landscaped gardens, an arboretum, and a significant collection of mature trees. Pedestrian bridges connect the park to the city center and the Guillemins railway district. The site hosts an active community center and serves as a primary public green space for the city. It underwent significant revitalization following the museum's expansion project completed in 2016.
The view of the Meuse River from the Passerelle La Belle Liégeoise pedestrian bridge.
Walk the perimeter trail along the riverbank for the best views of the confluence.
Cross the 'Passerelle La Belle Liégeoise' bridge to easily reach the Guillemins district.
Combine your walk with a visit to the museum inside the park to see the permanent art collection.
Do not attempt to park a vehicle directly within the park boundaries as it is primarily a pedestrian and cycle zone.
The park is public and accessible at all times, though the museum inside is typically closed on Mondays.
