Brussels

Flanders

The northern part of Belgium is known as Flanders. All Flemish towns are brimming with quaint medieval squares, tree-lined canals, gorgeous architectural facades, world class museums, trendy fashion and designer boutiques, and friendly outdoor cafés perfect for sipping on one of the many hundreds of different local beers. And – not to forget – the best chocolate in the world...Travelling to Flanders is an unforgettable experience!

Brussels, the Capital of Europe, may be best known as a political and administrative centre, but holds quite some surprises for the business traveller or leisure tourist who takes the time to discover this surprisingly eccentric city!

Brussels is an international metropolis â a mosaic of languages, cultures, and traditions. It hosts over 80 museums, numeruous tourist attractions, a vibrant nightlife, countless restaurants and shopping opportunities.

Brussels, as the headquarters of the European Union and NATO, is also the ultimate European city, situated at the very heart of Europe.

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Not to Miss

Grote Markt

The Grote Markt, described by Victor Hugo as "the most beautiful square in Europe" is a stunning example of 15th century and 17th century architecture. It is recognised by Unesco as World Heritage Patrimony. Built as a merchants' market in the 13th century. It serves as the centre of the city and hosts numerous concerts and festivals, and every other year for two days the Grand Place is decked out in an amazing flower carpet, made up of one million begonias.

Town Hall

Brussels' town hall, a magnificent Gothic edifice dating back to 1402, is one of Belgium's finest civic buildings. Not only because of the numerous sculptures adorning its walls, but also because of its perfect proportions and the incomparable beauty of its tower, the spire of which is topped by the archangel Saint-Michael.

Manneken Pis

A brief stroll from the magnificent Grote Markt stands the miniscule statute with the bigger-than-life reputation of Manneken Pis. This bronze statuette, created in the 17th century, embodies the irreverent spirit of Brussels. The little fellow has become a legendary figure, and his wardrobe holds no less than 800 costumes and decorations.

Saint Hubertus Royal Gallery

Built in 1847, Saint Hubertus Royal Gallery is a gorgeous, glass roofed arcade in the centre of town, lined with cafés, theaters and luxury stores. It’s brimming with luxurious shops and peaceful terraces where you can lounge and watch the world go by.

Cathedral of Saints Michael and Gudule

A veritable juxtaposition of Brabant Gothic styles takes us back to the 13th century and the atmosphere of the great builders. Building of the Cathedral started in 1226, whilst the facade dates from the 15th century. This is where Kings are baptised, married and buried.

Belgian Comic Strip Center

The Belgian Comic Strip Center, housed under the expansive glass ceilings and monumental iron pillars of a former warehouse built by Art Nouveau architect Victor Horta, is a museum-that-is-not-really-a-museum entirely dedicated to the comic strip.

Comic Strip Trail

Of course, there is the Belgian Comic Strip Center, housed in a superb Art Nouveau building, but surely don’t miss the comic strip trail, which leads you across the city, gazing upwards, in the company of these likeable characters, immortalised in giant format on nearly 50 city gables.

Magritte Museum

The Magritte Museum displays works of the Belgian surrealist artist René Magritte. Located in the heart of Brussels – just around the corner from the Royal Palace and part of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts – the museum houses an unrivalled multi-disciplinary collection dedicated to the eponymous painter best known for his witty and thought-provoking images. You have to see it to (not) believe it!