Heysel Plateau, Brussels

Name: Heysel Plateau
Address: Brussels, Belgium

#94 among attractions in Brussels

Park, Relax in park

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The Heysel Plateau or Heysel Park, usually shortened to Heysel or Heizel, is a neighbourhood, park and exhibition space in Laeken, northern Brussels, Belgium, where the Brussels International Exposition of 1935 and the 1958 Brussels World's Fair took place. ()

Local name: Heysel Elevation: 203 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°53'50"N, 4°20'21"E

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Bruxelles-Ville (Heysel)Brussels Belgium

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Heysel Plateau – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mini-Europe, Atomium, Royal Greenhouses of Laeken, King Baudouin Stadium.

~1140 ftS
Park
Mini-Europe, Brussels
6 min walk • Nestled on the edge of the Heysel Park in Brussels, Belgium, Mini-Europe is a charming park that offers visitors a unique journey through the European Union in miniature. This delightful attraction showcases replicas of the most famous buildings and monuments from...
~990 ftSE
Specialty museum, Museum, Sculpture
Atomium, Brussels
5 min walk • The Atomium is an iconic landmark towering over the Brussels skyline with its futuristic and unique design. Constructed for the 1958 Brussels World's Fair (Expo 58), this architectural marvel stands at an impressive height of 102 meters and represents an iron crystal...
1.1 miSE
Palace
Royal Greenhouses of Laeken, Brussels
29 min walk • The Royal Greenhouses of Laeken, an architectural masterpiece of iron and glass, stand as a testament to Belgium's rich heritage, located within the grounds of the Royal Palace of Laeken in Brussels. Constructed in the 19th century, these grandiose greenhouses are a...
~1290 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels
7 min walk • The King Baudouin Stadium, a beacon of sports and entertainment, stands proudly in the city of Brussels, Belgium. This iconic sport venue has a storied history and is known for hosting a plethora of significant events, including football matches, athletics...
1.1 miSE
Forts and castles
Palace of Laeken, Brussels
29 min walk • The Palace of Laeken, a regal emblem of Brussels, stands as a testament to Belgium's rich royal history. This stately castle, set within expansive grounds, serves as the official residence of the Belgian Royal Family. It is situated in the Laeken neighborhood of the...
0.9 miE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Museums of the Far East, Brussels
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brussels, the Museums of the Far East stand as an exquisite cultural gateway to the arts and history of the Asian continent. These museums, a complex comprising the Chinese Pavilion, the Japanese Tower, and the Museum of Japanese Art, offer...
~1490 ftS
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Planetarium, Brussels
8 min walk • The Planetarium of the Royal Observatory of Belgium is a Belgian planetarium on the Heysel Plateau in Brussels and part of the institutions of the Belgian Federal Science Policy Office.
1.4 miSE
Cemetery
Laeken Cemetery, Brussels
35 min walk • Laeken Cemetery in Brussels is the city's oldest cemetery still in function and the resting place of the Belgian Royal Family. It is known as the Belgian Père Lachaise, after Paris' notorious cemetery, because it is the burial place of the rich and the famous and for the abundance of its funerary heritage.
0.8 miSE
Forts and castles
Belvédère Castle, Brussels
21 min walk • Belvédère Castle is a Belgian royal residence in Laeken, Belgium, which currently houses Albert II of Belgium and his wife, Queen Paola of Belgium.
0.7 miSE
Forts and castles
Château du Stuyvenberg, Brussels
19 min walk • Stuyvenberg Castle is a residence of the Belgian Royal Family, located in Laeken, Brussels. Château du Stuyvenberg is situated at an altitude of 56 meters.
1.2 miSE
Forts and castles
Castle of Westerlo, Brussels
30 min walk • On the territory of the municipality of Westerlo there are several castles.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Heysel Plateau?

Nearby attractions include Atomium, Brussels (5 min walk), Expo 58, Brussels (6 min walk), Mini-Europe, Brussels (6 min walk), King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels (7 min walk).

How to get to Heysel Plateau by public transport?

The nearest stations to Heysel Plateau:

Tram

Heysel - Heizel • Lines: 7 (2 min walk)
Stade - Stadion • Lines: 51, 9, 93 (11 min walk)

Train

Heysel - Heizel (2 min walk)
Jette (32 min walk)

Metro

Heysel - Heizel • Lines: 6 (4 min walk)
Roi Baudouin - Koning Boudewijn • Lines: 6 (13 min walk)

Bus

Palais 12 - Paleis 12 • Lines: 83 (4 min walk)
Heysel - Heizel • Lines: 83, N18 (5 min walk)