Marollen, Brussels

Name: Marollen
Address: Brussels, Belgium

#34 among attractions in Brussels

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The Marolles or Marollen is a popular historic neighbourhood of downtown Brussels, Belgium, situated between the Palace of Justice and Brussels-South railway station. Its inhabitants are called Marolliens. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°50'14"N, 4°20'45"E

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Bruxelles-Ville (Marolles)Brussels Belgium

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Marollen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.6 miN
Monuments and statues, Historical place, Sculpture
Manneken Pis, Brussels
15 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.
~1330 ftE
Palace, Joseph Poelaert, Architecture
Palais de Justice, Brussels
7 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.
0.5 miNE
Square
Sablon, Brussels
13 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...
~1350 ftSW
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.
0.6 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels
17 min walk • The Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium are a group of art museums in Brussels, Belgium. They include six museums: the Oldmasters Museum, the Magritte Museum, the Fin-de-Siècle Museum, the Modern Museum, the Antoine Wiertz Museum and the Constantin Meunier Museum.
0.4 miNE
Church, Gothic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Chapel Church, Brussels
10 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.
0.4 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Jewish Museum of Belgium, Brussels
11 min walk • The Jewish Museum of Belgium is a museum in Brussels, Belgium, focusing on the history of the Jews in Belgium.
0.6 miNE
Museum
Underwear Museum, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
17 min walk • The Underwear Museum is a museum in Lessines, Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium which displays the underclothing of famous persons; each article was worn at least one time by the person in question and is combined with a certificate of authenticity.
0.5 miNE
Church, Gothic architecture, Park
Espace Sablon, Brussels
13 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.
0.6 miE
Park
Egmont Palace, Brussels
15 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.
0.4 miE
Synagogue, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Great Synagogue of Europe, Brussels
11 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Marollen?

Nearby attractions include Place du Jeu de Balle, Brussels (1 min walk), Palais de Justice, Brussels (7 min walk), Halle Gate, Brussels (7 min walk), Clock Tower, Brussels (7 min walk).

How to get to Marollen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Marollen:

Bus

Jeu de Balle - Vossenplein • Lines: 48, 52, N12 (3 min walk)
Hôpital Saint-Pierre - Sint-Pieters-ziekenhuis • Lines: 48, 52, N12 (5 min walk)

Metro

Porte de Hal - Hallepoort • Lines: 2, 6 (7 min walk)
Hôtel des Monnaies - Munthof • Lines: 2, 6 (8 min walk)

Tram

Lemonnier • Lines: 3, 4, 51, 82 (8 min walk)
Porte de Hal - Hallepoort • Lines: 3, 4, 51 (9 min walk)

Train

Lemonnier (8 min walk)
Bruxelles-Chapelle - Brussel Kapellekerk (8 min walk)