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Historical and old photos, pictures and images of Lier, Belgium
Photos et images historiques et anciennes Lierre, Belgique

Cities of the World • Cities of Europa • Cities of Belgium

History of Lier (Lierre), d'Anvers in photos

A small historical reference

Geography: Lier is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Antwerp. It is composed of the city of Lier proper and the village of Koningshooikt. The city centre is surrounded by the river Nete, around which it grew. Lier is known for its beers (which include Caves), its patron saint St. Gummarus and Lierse vlaaikes cake. It is also home to the world headquarters of Van Hool, a global bus and coach manufacturer. Lier's two principal football clubs are K. Lyra-Lierse and Lierse Kempenzonen (formerly known as KFC Oosterzonen, which moved to Lier in 2018).

Date of foundation:

History:

Population: 35 712

Sights:

Lier.
Antwerp street, 1907
Lier.
Barracks, 1904
Lier.
Berlaer Highway and Church
Lier.
Berlaer street and Normal School
Lier.
Corner of the Fish Market
Lier.
Embankment
Lier.
Entrance gate of the Beguinage
Lier.
Hospital, Maline street, Church, 1909
Lier.
Fish Market, 1908
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Fish Market
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Main Square, City Hall, Kiosk, 1912
Lier.
Main Square, City Hall
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Meat Hall and City Hall
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Prison Gate
Lier.
Zimmer (Clock) Tower
Lier.
Zimmer (Clock) Tower
Lier.
Railway Station
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Railway Station, platform, 1902
Lier.
Railway Station, platform
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Statue of the Sacred Heart
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Saint Gommaire Church 15th century
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Saint Gommaire College, 1907
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Saint Gommaire street
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Saint Joseph's Orphanage, 1909


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