Heristal
Heristal is a municipality located in the province of Liège, Belgium. It is situated in the southern part of the province, near the border with Luxembourg. The municipality was formed in 1977 through the merger of several smaller communities, including Herstal, Liers, and Waret-la-Chaussée. Heristal is known for its industrial past, particularly in the production of firearms and bicycles. The town is also home to the Herstal Castle, a historic site that has been a residence for various noble families over the centuries.
The economy of Heristal is diverse, with significant contributions from the automotive industry, particularly the production
Heristal is served by the Herstal railway station, which is part of the Belgian railway network. The
The municipality of Heristal is part of the Arrondissement of Verviers and the Canton of Herstal. It
Heristal's natural environment includes the Ourthe River, which flows through the municipality, and the surrounding countryside,