A very lovely little town to enjoy💖

There are more than a dozen unesco world heritage sites in Belgium, many in Flanders including the begijnhof in Lier. It took locals to explain the history of the begijnhofs, of which there are several spattered around the region. The area itself in Lier is peaceful and well-maintained, very pleasant place to walk around. Upon learning the history, it shed a new light on what we were seeing there and in other Flemish towns / cities. Tip: read up on the history before you go.

Beautiful buildings and quite streets. My visit was in March so maybe that would explain the quite streets. Very easy to get around from the station.

Very Nice Place to visit 👌🏻 When we were there a film was recorded in that place 🎥

Quiet and nice. A bit different with the Beguinages in Amsterdam and Brugge that both have large green open area as central courtyards, the Lier Beguinage is more like a tiny village with a few small alleys, interesting to visit

Begijnhof,het rustpunt van Lier. De typische huisjes en gekasseide straten geven het geheel zijn speciale sfeer (Translated by Google) Begijnhof, the resting point of Lier. The typical houses and cobbled streets give the place its special atmosphere

Goede indruk achter gelaten van hoe er vroeger geleefd werd, zijn druk bezig met renoveren, en het wordt steeds mooier (Translated by Google) They left a good impression of how people used to live, they are busy renovating and it is becoming more and more beautiful

Definitely worth a look around. Make sure you read about the background before you go. There's so much history you'll walk straight past if you don't. Or try to organise a guide tour.

Mooie en rustig gelegen begijnhof in het hartje van Lier, het bezoeken waard. De meeste woning staan leeg, en zien er wat vervallen uit. (Translated by Google) Beautiful and quietly located beguinage in the heart of Lier, worth a visit. Most of the houses are empty and look a bit dilapidated.

Prachtig begijnhof , geen doorgaand verkeer. Op alle uren van de dag rustig genieten. Kortbij het zimmerplein om iets te drinken en ook de beste om langs te wandelen (Translated by Google) Beautiful beguinage, no through traffic. Enjoy peace and quiet at all hours of the day. Close to the zimmerplein for a drink and also the best for walking along

This impressive structure has multiple clocks that tell time, the seasons, the tides and even the zodiac amongst others. The tower itself dates back from the 1400’s while the clocks were installed in early 1930’s. Wear comfortable shoes, bring some binoculars and admire the spectacle of the 13 clock dials. Note: this tower is close to the entrance of town, and is open to the public. As other reviewers indicate there is a small museum next door. Worth reading up on the history of Louis Zimmer, the watchmaker that designed the clock and especially of the unique clock dials.

Nice and small museum about the Zimmer tower and its creator. Well explained, a must if you visit Lier! Explanations are available in Dutch, French, German and English

Zimmer tower is one of the most attractive towers in Europe. It has multiple devices that tell the current time on all continents, the phases of the moon, the time of tides and other periodic phenomena. It is surrounded by an area that has many restaurants and cafes. The setting is extremely picturesque and adds enormous interest to a visit to Lier.

If you are into Astrology or Horoscope then this is the place you must visit. A beautiful tower looks like from medieval era and in surroundings you have multiples Bar & resto to enjoy. Parking are almost full here but you can always find one nearby.

One of the must visiting item in Lier. There is a Zimmer museum next to it which cost €5 per pax. Museum card is not accepted to visit the museum.

What a masterpiece by genius clockmaker Louis Zimmer! This place just has so much details, starting from the 13 different clocks on the frontside of the Zimmer tower and on the side the carousel of the famous Belgian people who are sometimes actually moving. Only accessible through the Zimmer museum if you pay the entrance fee. Worth it!

Beautiful building and beautiful streets, it’s a real pleasure to be biking all around the neighbourhood, it can even make you feel like going back in time.

Protected monument, a tower with 12 clocks that surround another central one, showing times in different time zones, moon phases..

Heel leuk om even doorheen te lopen!! (Translated by Google) Very nice to walk through!!

Was awesome

Fun!

I highly recommend the city museum of Lier! IT is not very big, but it is very interactive. The museum is modern and interesting, detailing the history of the city, but also highlighting those living there now. It was fun to partake in medieval darts and other traditional games, to learn about old handicrafts and to understand more about the industrial history in the area. Highly recommend!

Vernieuwd en zeer veelzijdig museum over de Lierse geschiedenis, kunst, gebruiken, feesten, mensen, ... Inkom is zeer goedkoop aan 4 euro voor niet-inwoners. Aan het onthaal is een vestiaire met lockers beschikbaar. Er is geen audiogids of brochure, maar bordjes met uitleg staan bij de kunstwerken. Soms is wel niet duidelijk welk bordje bij welk kunstwerk hoort, want gegroepeerd. Een aantal mooie schilderijen, o.a. Raymond de la Haye is wel een ontdekking. Aandacht voor folklore met looppaardjes, reuzen en mogelijkheid om struifvogelspel te spelen. In de laatste zaal ̀is een salon geënsceneerd waar een werk van Rubens en zoon Bruegel hangt. Achteraan is ook een 3D print van een mammoet te bewonderen. Er is zo een verscheidenheid aan thema's dat het wel een beetje mikmak wordt en dat de grote Lierse kunstenaars niet volledig tot hun recht komen. Een afzonderlijk museum gewijd aan Timmermans, Opsomer, etc. Zou geen overbodige luxe zijn. Na 2,5 uur heb je het meeste wel gezien. (Translated by Google) Renovated and very versatile museum about Lierse history, art, customs, parties, people, ... Entrance is very cheap at 4 euros for non-residents. A cloakroom with lockers is available at the reception. There is no audio guide or brochure, but signs with explanations are placed next to the works of art. Sometimes it is not clear which sign belongs to which work of art, because it is grouped together. A number of beautiful paintings, including Raymond de la Haye, are quite a discovery. Attention to folklore with running horses, giants and the opportunity to play ostrich game. In the last room, a salon has been staged where a work by Rubens and his son Bruegel hangs. At the back you can also admire a 3D print of a mammoth. There is such a variety of themes that it becomes a bit of a joke and the great Lierse artists do not get their full potential. A separate museum dedicated to Timmermans, Opsomer, etc. Would not be an unnecessary luxury. After 2.5 hours you have seen most of it.

Klein maar leuk en leerrijk museum, ook voor de kinderen.Meer dan zijn prijs waard. (Translated by Google) Small but fun and educational museum, also for the children. More than worth the price.

Good to visit the museum to know the history of Lier. The ticket price is €4 per pax. If you have museum pass they accept the same and no additional cost to visit it.

Verrassend mooi stadsmuseum. Relatief beperkte oppervlakte, maar erg interessante opstelling. Een reconstructie van een mammoet, gevonden in Lier - de echte staat in Brussel. Info over de stoeten en reuzen van de stad. Een kopie van het spreekwoordenschilderij van Bruegel. Het bezoeken waard. (Translated by Google) Surprisingly beautiful city museum. Relatively limited area, but very interesting setup. A reconstruction of a mammoth, found in Lier - the real one is in Brussels. Information about the processions and giants of the city. A copy of Bruegel's proverb painting. Worth visiting.

Leuk klein museum, heel vriendelijke ontvangst. Met name het werk van Raymond de la Haye maakte een diepe indruk op mij. (Translated by Google) Nice little museum, very friendly welcome. The work of Raymond de la Haye in particular made a deep impression on me.

Well organized event place

Free camper places with full, free service point (fresh water intake and dirty water drain)

Pff

Well organised Covid vaccination Center. Very efficient and friendly

This very old church in Lier was closed for renovation when I visited. The renovation will take a few years. The construction of this gothic church started in the late 14th century and was only finished in the 16th. It is built with what the locals define as white stone and has an imposing tower that houses 45 bells.

Momenteel zijn er binnen grondige renovatiewerken bezig maar het blijft een bijzonder indrukwekkend gebouw en een absoluut 'landmark' in de Kempen. (Translated by Google) Extensive renovation work is currently underway, but it remains a particularly impressive building and an absolute landmark in the Kempen.

Its a gem !!!! Beautiful church and two old ladys in the church so friendly and helpful. They allowed our dog to take a rest in a church atrium during very hot day. Must go there again

Typical example of Brabant Gothism. Big, light church without to many paintings, but emphasis on beautiful intricate stonework and sculptures, the best example being the 'gate' that separetes the church choir from the rest. Also outstanding are the glass-stained-windows.

Beautiful church. Great staff!

Just wow😍

Nice church

Beautyful

Het Moment has it pros and cons. It is a nice place to come in the evening for a small drink in a nice atmosphere. The place is large, so it doesn’t look crowded, and location and view are great. And the best part that it is always open. On the other hand food is quite mediocre for its price. In a way you pay for being always open and ready to serve. The food is not bad, but it feels like cooking at home out of good quality frozen food :)

The food is nice, it's not super special and doesn't excell but it tastes good and the service is much better than most restaurants. If you're looking for a place where there is something for everyone this is the place to be.

Stopped by for lunch near the main square in Lier. It was quite busy on the day, and we were told to look for a table in case one is free. After finding a table and them cleaning it, we quickly ordered (though the waiter did not look like he was paying attention) and received our food swiftly. The spare ribs and "Vlaamse stoverij" were delicious, for a decent price as well. The fries were broad ones, but not quite crispy enough for my taste. But that's personal preference. In general, great location, fast service, good food. Unfortunately the service felt lackluster, perhaps due to the amount of people present.

Good food. Quick and tasty. Love the service. 5/5 for me😉

Down-to-earth place with cosy atmosphere, friendly and helpful waiters, lovely outdoor heaters on their terrace on the town square and good, tasty food. Don't go for an exquisite culinary experience, do go for decent food that tastes like you would expect it to.

Expected pasta but no option ..but ya taste is ok ..

Sat on the terrace and should have shared 1 sugar sweet platter! Had a few local beers and, good service, modern interior. Accessible restrooms.

I enjoyed my afternoon break having a nice cup of coffee. People are mostly working on their laptops an looking after small children while waiting for their musical talents to finish class. Friendly staff!

Vandaag gaan brunchen en gereserveerd om 10u, er was al bijna geen eten meer over waardoor we uiteindelijk na 2 sandwiches met boter en confituur zijn afgedropen.. Koffie was op, kaas was op, geen eitjes of koffiekoeken meer, dan vind ik de prijs toch veel te hoog voor wat we kregen. De locatie is wel heel mooi en de cappuccino die ik er dan maar bij bestelde (extra betaald) was wel lekker. (Translated by Google) Went for brunch today and made a reservation at 10am, there was almost no food left so we ended up leaving after 2 sandwiches with butter and jam. Coffee was gone, cheese was gone, no more eggs or pastries, then I found the price. way too high for what we got. The location is very nice and the cappuccino that I ordered (paid extra) was tasty.

Gezellig, mooi uitzicht, grote ramen, goede muziek, zeer vriendelijke dame die ons bediende, grote portie én lekker. Hier kom ik sowieso terug. (Translated by Google) Cozy, beautiful view, large windows, good music, very friendly lady who served us, large portion and tasty. I'll come back here anyway.

One of the best burgers I tried. With two patties, it is enough even for the hungriest.

We went there for breakfast. It's was a nice light place rather modern. The breakfast was buffet style. With a lot to chose from, a great selection with meats, fish, vegetables. For the dessert there was cake or pie. I can recommend it

Warm cosy atmosphere with dim spots and tea lights. Buffet style assisted by kind professional staff. Drinks to order at the well equipped bar with draft beers. Dishes are simply delicious.

Bar Muza is een erg leuke plaatst voor lunch, zeker bij mooi weer aan 't water. Geweldige locatie, gezellig. Maar wederkerend opmerkingen bij zovelen, lang, er lang wachten voor de bediening. Voor een snelle lunch is dit niet de juiste plaats. (Translated by Google) Bar Muza is a very nice place for lunch, especially when the weather is nice on the water. Great location, cozy. But recurring comments from so many people: long, long waits for service. This is not the right place for a quick lunch.

De steak was jammer genoeg niet mals. Jammer want verder was alles prima in orde. De bediening was enorm vriendelijk. Rustig plekje om in het soms drukkere Lier te gaan eten. (Translated by Google) Unfortunately the steak was not tender. Too bad because everything else was fine. The service was extremely friendly. Quiet place to eat in the sometimes busier Lier.

Heerlijk eten in een prachtige omgeving. Grote aanrader! Als je zeker wil zijn van een plekje op het terras dan kan je best reserveren. (Translated by Google) Delicious food in beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended! If you want to be sure of a spot on the terrace, it is best to make a reservation.

Rampzalig ! Op voorhand een tafel gereserveerd voor 2 personen . Bij het binnenkomen moesten we nog even wachten op een tafel, na een half uur waren we nog aan het wachten . Wij hebben er zeker 5 keer achter gevraagd aan verschillend personeel maar niemand reageerde of ging kijken . Na een half uur maar vertrokken anders stond ik er nog . Zeker voor een reservatie is dit niet oke !! boertig personeel dus , gun ik gene rosse cent ! (Translated by Google) Disastrous! Reserve a table for 2 people in advance. When we entered we had to wait a while for a table, after half an hour we were still waiting. We asked different staff about it at least 5 times, but no one responded or went to look. We left after half an hour, otherwise I would still be there. This is certainly not okay for a reservation!! So rude staff, I wouldn't give them any red cents!

2 jaar geleden hier eens komen ontbijten op een zondagochtend. Was positief. Dus ik wil mijn kinderen en kleinkinderen eens trakteren op een ontbijt. Een jaar op voorhand een tafel gereserveerd aan de kinderhoek. Regelmatig gebeld om te bevestigen. Aangekomen blijkt een andere familie 'onze tafel' bezet te hebben en werden wij naar 'boven' geplaatst. Je moet op naam reserveren. Zet dan namen op de tafels en geen discussie. Boven zitten ....Onhandig om telkens de trap af te lopen om eten te halen, koffie te halen, met kleuters naar het buffet te gaan. Het ontbijtbuffet....zeer slecht aangevuld. Wie iets later kwam, kon het schudden. Onsmakelijke 'eierbrij' moest roerei voorstellen. Ik heb geen fruitsla gehad, de Franse kazen ...enkel de korsten lagen er nog... Boter ...op, koffie ...op ...... Mozzarella...op Het was nemen wat er nog wel was.. Geen kans om een proper bord te nemen. Dus de taart moest je eten in de tomatensaus... Ofwel neem je minder 'gasten', ofwel voorzie je voldoende personeel. Ik heb hier echt een heel slechte ervaring. Als je hier komt voor ontbijt ...1 tip....Kom om 9 uur en bevoorraad je met alles in 1 keer. Anders heb je enkel 'overschot' en 'restjes'. Het ontbijt is voorzien tot 11 uur maar om 10.15 werd al 'opgeruimd'. (Translated by Google) Came here for breakfast on a Sunday morning 2 years ago. Was positive. So I want to treat my children and grandchildren to breakfast. Reserve a table at the children's corner a year in advance. Called regularly to confirm. When we arrived, it turned out that another family had occupied 'our table' and we were placed 'upstairs'. You must reserve by name. Then put names on the tables and no discussion. Sitting upstairs....Awkward to walk down the stairs every time to get food, get coffee, or go to the buffet with toddlers. The breakfast buffet....very poorly replenished. Those who came a little later could shake it. Unappetizing 'egg mush' was supposed to represent scrambled eggs. I didn't have any fruit salad, the French cheeses...only the rinds were still there... Butter...finished, coffee...finished...... Mozzarella...finished It was taking what was still there... No chance to get a clean plate. So you had to eat the cake in the tomato sauce... Either you take fewer 'guests', or you provide sufficient staff. I really have a very bad experience here. If you come here for breakfast ... 1 tip .... Come at 9 o'clock and stock up on everything in one go. Otherwise you will only have 'surplus' and 'leftovers'. Breakfast is provided until 11 am, but it was already 'cleaned up' at 10.15 am.

Gebeld om een tafeltje voor 2 te reserveren, werd bevestigd aan de telefoon dat dat geen probleem was. Wanneer we ter plaatse aankomen, staat niemand ons te woord. Ettelijke minuten later spreek ik zelf iemand van Bar Muza voorzichtig aan, en ik kreeg het brutale antwoord: “Er zijn nog een aantal wachtenden voor u en iedereen beweert dat hij gereserveerd heeft, ik geloof niemand meer.” Vervolgens loopt hij weer weg. Geen verontschuldigingen, en hij controleerde onze naam zelfs niet… Hier kom ik nooit meer, zoveel is duidelijk :) (Translated by Google) Called to reserve a table for 2, it was confirmed on the phone that that was no problem. When we arrive on site, no one is there to speak to us. A few minutes later I cautiously approached someone from Bar Muza, and I received the brutal answer: “There are still a number of people waiting for you and everyone claims that they have made a reservation, I don't believe anyone anymore.” Then he walks away again. No apologies, and he didn't even check our name… I'll never come here again, that's for sure :)

Good food and friendly staff

Very tastefully decorated restaurant, nice setting. Good food and beverages. The plates were neatly arranged with pleasing details for the eye. Service could have been more attentive (e.g. 5 of 6 glasses were empty for about 15 minutes before we took the initiative to ask for a new order), yet she was friendly.

Lovely place to eat, very friendly people 😍😍

This is a great spot for brunch or lunch on the weekend. Not as busy and crowded as the nearby street of restaurants. The patio is pleasant and the food is good. The afternoon tea is very nice.

Cozy place, various menue, nice staff and good drinks

Excellent choice for tasty and sophisticated classic French cuisine with a modern touch (but no craziness). Small and cosy (hence the name, I guess). A la carte is a bit pricy but the 3 course menu just below 50 euro is good value. Wines reasonably priced for Belgian standards. Friendly and professional staff. Airconditioning (great for hot summer days)! Service a bit slow (3 hours for appetisers, 3 courses and coffee) but…well, this is Belgium

Good price quality, especially if you take the menu. Nice place and service. And if you like good wines, the choice they have will make you happy...

Amazing!! Delicious food!

Great food and service, and fair prices. This was my first, but certainly not my last time!

Very nice restaurant, great dishes and the service is very personal and friendly.

The market menu offers haute cuisine for a decent price.

Top !!!

Surprisingly excellent food! And portions are huge. The rare case when I got super full while enjoying it throughout the whole eating. The atmosphere is cozy and service is good as well. Highly recommend!

Great food in an amazing setting, be sure to get a spot on the patio because it is gorgeous! Service was friendly but not perfect, it happens but it does cost you a star: expensive optional meat sauces, forgot to bring some drinks, and the specials apparently aren't itemised on the bill (annoying when you have to split it between diners).

Overpriced for the quality of the food. Prepare to pay extra for a salad and sauce wich should be included in a 40€ piece of meat.

We had 6 tapas, a bottle of house wine, two cavas and two coffees and we paid 150 euros. The food is of good quality but value for money is not okay. The croquettes were simply cold (frozen?) Also service is not what you can expect. They forgot to bring wine glasses, they don’t give attention. Other big problem is that the website uses different prices with the card in the restaurant. It’s a rather lame way to trick people. For me it’s a one time experience. Won’t go back there. There are better places to eat tapas.

Great food and well presented. Very courteous staff, also at busy times. They serve a wide variety of well chosen foods, you can easily visit with people that have very different likings. The setting is also very authentic.

Delishes experience and very Cosy!

nice setting in the center of Lier. close to parking. varied menu including veggie, fish and great meat options. Season based suggestions. Friendly service. They may run out of fresh mint as a minor remark.

Kind of a mixed experience. Beautiful venue and outdoor area, with a huge tent cover to dine under, loved the atmosphere. And great cocktails. The food is where it gets tricky so I'll give individual scores. Starter 5/5 We chose the variety of cold tapas for two as a starter and got a great selection of cold meats, cheese, hummus and sides, really nice and worth every €. For our main courses: 3/5 I got the Rib-eye chianina tagliata, a €38 Italian slice of beef, grilled and cut, served with some rucola and parmigiana cheese. Honestly for me it wasn't worth it, for the price you pay it was underwhelming. I expected something better, it wasn't bad but just not great either. It lacked depth and flavor. The whole dish revolves around the meat and it just didn't stand out. Also the few sprinkles of cheese on top where kind of sad, a bit too few too small. My girl had the smokey burger: 3,5/5 I gotta say it looked amazing from my side of the table. But she told me it was too salty, and we both like salty so that's gotta mean something. Also the two slices of cheese ment this overpowered the flavor of the meat. We will definitely give it a second chance, the staff was super friendly and a great atmosphere/location. I'll definitely update this after our next visit.

Highly recommended in the centre of Lier! The interior, although very charming, doesn't compare to the patio outside. Very romantic and cozy on a Summer's night. The food is delicious and varied. Service is fast and very friendly. Will definitely come back!