Place de Brouckère, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode

Name: Place de Brouckère
Address: Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Belgium

#6 among attractions in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode

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Place de Brouckère, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode

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The Place de Brouckère or De Brouckèreplein is a major square in central Brussels, Belgium. It was created following the covering of the river Senne, replacing the Temple of the Augustinians, which was demolished in 1893. It is named in honour of Charles de Brouckère, a former mayor of the City of Brussels and professor at the Free University of Brussels, who played a great political role during the Belgian Revolution of 1830. The square measures approximately 50 by 350 metres and is nearly entirely paved. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°51'8"N, 4°21'12"E

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Bruxelles-Ville (Martyrs)Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Belgium

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Place de Brouckère – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: À la Mort Subite, Hôtel des Galeries, Belgian Comic Strip Center, Rogier.

~1510 ftSE
Nightlife
À la Mort Subite, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
8 min walk • À la Mort Subite is a typical Brussels café, located at Rue Montagne-aux-Herbes Potagères 7, which was originally run by Théophile Vossen, the inventor of Mort Subite beer. It is known for its authentic early-20th-century decor.
~1660 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Hôtel des Galeries, Brussels
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brussels, Hôtel des Galeries is a charming boutique hotel that offers a unique experience for visitors looking to indulge in the city's vibrant shopping and cultural scene. Situated within the historic Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, this hotel...
~1620 ftE
Museum, Art Nouveau architecture, Art museum
Belgian Comic Strip Center, Brussels
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brussels, the Belgian Comic Strip Center is a vibrant homage to the illustrious tradition of Belgian comics. Located within a stunning Art Nouveau building designed by Victor Horta, the museum celebrates the colorful world of comic strips that...
~1660 ftNE
Square
Rogier, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
9 min walk • Place Charles Rogier, commonly known as Rogier, is a significant square located in the heart of Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, one of the nineteen municipalities that make up the Brussels-Capital Region in Belgium. This bustling area is named after Charles Rogier, a Belgian...
~1410 ftS
Nightlife
Delirium Café, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
7 min walk • Delirium Café is a bar in Brussels, Belgium, known for its long beer list, standing at 2,004 brands in January 2004 as recorded in the Guinness Book of Records. On offer are beers from over 60 countries, including many Belgian beers.
~870 ftE
50°51'11"N • 4°21'25"E
Galeria Inno, Brussels
5 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Department store
~1410 ftS
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Jeanneke Pis, Brussels
7 min walk • Jeanneke Pis is a modern fountain sculpture in central Brussels, Belgium. It was commissioned by Denis-Adrien Debouvrie in 1985 and erected in 1987 as a counterpoint to the city's famous Manneken Pis.
~1560 ftSE
Nightlife, Cinema
Cinéma Nova, Brussels
8 min walk • Nova is a non-profit Belgian movie theater, located in Brussels, which opened in January 1997.
~1620 ftSW
Museum
Bruxella 1238, Brussels
8 min walk • Bruxella 1238 is an archaeological site located in the center of Brussels and unearthed in June 1988, during road works.
~730 ftE
Square
Place des Martyrs, Brussels
4 min walk • The Place des Martyrs is a historic square in central Brussels, Belgium. Its current name, meaning "Martyrs' Square", refers to the martyrs of the September days of the Belgian Revolution of 1830.
~990 ftSW
Historical place, Hotel, Restaurant
Black Tower, Brussels
5 min walk • The Black Tower is a medieval tower in Brussels, Belgium. It is one of the best conserved remains of the first fortifications of Brussels, built at the start of the 13th century. It is located behind St. Catherine's Church on Rue de la Vierge Noire/Zwarte Maagdstraat.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Place de Brouckère?

Nearby attractions include Temple of the Augustinians, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode (1 min walk), Boulevard Adolphe Max, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode (3 min walk), Notre Dame du Bon Succès, Brussels (3 min walk), Théâtre des Martyrs, Brussels (4 min walk).

How to get to Place de Brouckère by public transport?

The nearest stations to Place de Brouckère:

Bus

De Brouckère • Lines: 88, N11 (4 min walk)
Béguinage - Begijnhof • Lines: 126, 127, 128, 46, N18 (3 min walk)

Tram

De Brouckère • Lines: 3, 4 (2 min walk)
Rogier • Lines: 25, 3, 4, 55 (9 min walk)

Train

De Brouckère (2 min walk)
Rogier (9 min walk)

Metro

De Brouckère • Lines: 1, 5 (5 min walk)
Sainte-Catherine - Sint-Katelijne • Lines: 1, 5 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Quai des Péniches - Akenkaai • Lines: Wb (16 min walk)
Sainctelette • Lines: Wb (16 min walk)