Avenue Fonsny, Brussels

Name: Avenue Fonsny
Address: Engelandstraat / Rue d'Angleterre, Brussels, 1060, Belgium

#109 among attractions in Brussels

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The Avenue Fonsny or Fonsnylaan is a major street in the Saint-Gilles municipality of Brussels, Belgium, connecting the Place de la Constitution/Grondwetplein on the south-west of the Small Ring to the municipality of Forest. It is continued in Forest by the Avenue Van Volxem/Van Volxemlaan. It runs parallel to the Belgian railway line 96. One entry to Brussels-South railway station is on the Avenue Fonsny. ()

Coordinates: 50°50'10"N, 4°20'19"E

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Engelandstraat / Rue d'AngleterreSaint-Gilles (Porte de Hal)Brussels 1060 Belgium

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Avenue Fonsny – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manneken Pis, Palais de Justice, Sablon, Halle Gate.

0.8 miNE
Monuments and statues, Historical place, Sculpture
Manneken Pis, Brussels
21 min walk • Manneken Pis, an iconic and whimsical statue, is a defining symbol of Brussels, Belgium. This small bronze sculpture, depicting a little boy whimsically urinating into a fountain's basin, has been charming visitors and locals alike since the 17th century.
0.6 miE
Palace, Joseph Poelaert, Architecture
Palais de Justice, Brussels
15 min walk • The Palais de Justice stands as a grand testament to Brussels' rich legal and architectural history. This imposing palace, located in the heart of Belgium's capital, is not only the largest court building in the country but also one of the most impressive in Europe.
0.8 miE
Square
Sablon, Brussels
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brussels, Belgium, the Sablon is a historic and vibrant square that exudes charm and elegance. Known for its antique shops, art galleries, and chocolate boutiques, this picturesque area is a magnet for both locals and tourists looking...
~1320 ftSE
Museum, Historical place, Military museum
Halle Gate, Brussels
7 min walk • The Halle Gate stands as a historical testament in the heart of Brussels, Belgium. This medieval fortified city gate, now converted into a museum, is the last remaining vestige of the second set of defensive walls that once encircled the city.
0.7 miNE
Church, Gothic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Chapel Church, Brussels
18 min walk • The Church of Our Lady of the Chapel, or the Chapel Church, is a Roman Catholic church located on the Place de la Chapelle/Kapelleplein in the Marolles/Marollen district of Brussels, Belgium. This site is served by Brussels-Chapel railway station.
0.7 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Jewish Museum of Belgium, Brussels
19 min walk • The Jewish Museum of Belgium is a museum in Brussels, Belgium, focusing on the history of the Jews in Belgium.
0.8 miNE
Church, Gothic architecture, Park
Espace Sablon, Brussels
21 min walk • The Church of Our Blessed Lady of the Sablon is a Roman Catholic church located in the Sablon/Zavel district in the historic centre of Brussels, Belgium. It is dedicated to Our Lady of the Sablon.
0.9 miE
Park
Egmont Palace, Brussels
23 min walk • The Egmont Palace, also sometimes known as the Arenberg Palace, is a neoclassical palace in Brussels, Belgium. It was originally built between 1548 and 1560 for Countess Françoise of Luxembourg and Lamoral, Count of Egmont, though its appearance was heavily modified in the 18th century.
0.7 miE
Synagogue, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Great Synagogue of Europe, Brussels
20 min walk • The Great Synagogue of Europe, formerly known as the Great Synagogue of Brussels, is the main synagogue in Brussels, Belgium which was dedicated as a focal point for European Jews in 2008.
0.6 miE
Memorial, Lookout, Monuments and statues
Belgian Infantry Memorial, Brussels
16 min walk • The Belgian Infantry Memorial is a monument in Brussels, Belgium, which stands in memory of the Belgian foot soldiers who fought in World War I and World War II. Designed by Edouard Vereycken, the memorial stands in front of Brussels' Palace of Justice and across the Place Poelaert/Poelaertplein from the Anglo-Belgian War Memorial.
0.4 miN
Museum, Brewery, History museum
Cantillon, Brussels
11 min walk • Brasserie-Brouwerij Cantillon is a small Belgian traditional family brewery based in Anderlecht, Brussels. Cantillon was founded in 1900 and brews exclusively lambic beers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Avenue Fonsny?

Nearby attractions include Tour du Midi, Brussels (4 min walk), Halle Gate, Brussels (7 min walk), Place du Jeu de Balle, Brussels (9 min walk), Marollen, Brussels (9 min walk).

How to get to Avenue Fonsny by public transport?

The nearest stations to Avenue Fonsny:

Bus

Fonsny • Lines: 136 (2 min walk)
Gare du Midi - Zuidstation • Lines: 116, 117, 118, 123, 136, 140, 141, 142, 144, 145, 170, 171, 365a, 48, 49, 50, W (5 min walk)

Metro

Gare du Midi - Zuidstation • Lines: 2, 6 (2 min walk)
Porte de Hal - Hallepoort • Lines: 2, 6 (6 min walk)

Tram

Gare du Midi - Zuidstation • Lines: 3, 4, 51, 81, 82 (2 min walk)
Suède - Zweden • Lines: 81, 82 (5 min walk)

Train

Brussels-Midi (3 min walk)
Porte de Hal - Hallepoort (8 min walk)