Also known as 'Petit Julien', due to confusion with another fountain, het Julianekensborre, it was, since the Middle Ages, one of the many fountains supplying the city with water. This little bronze statue, produced in the 17th century by Jérôme Duquesnoy the Elder, is the current embodiment of the rebellious spirit of Brussels. The Atomium ticket automatically includes the entrance to the Design Museum Brussels (150m away). On the inside the Atomium offers, not just the most beautiful view of Brussels, but also an entirely astounding and surreal ride through its interior spaces and volumes which alone makes a visit worth it. Representing an iron unit cell (9 iron atoms) magnified 165 billion times, the monument with its unique silhouette has, over time, grown to become the symbol of Brussels and Belgium. Halfway between sculpture and architecture, the Atomium was designed and built for the Brussels World's Fair (1958), for which it was the flagship building and emblem. The Grand-Place of Brussels has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. It underwent further major renovations and modifications during the following centuries, especially in the 19th century, which gave it its current appearance. It was bombarded by Louis XIV's troops in 1695 and was subsequently almost entirely rebuilt. Even more so than at present, the square was the nerve centre of Brussels life: economically, as already mentioned, with intense sales activity (several halls devoted to the sale of bread - the present King's House or Broodhuis in Dutch -, meat, linen, etc.), culturally (theatrical performances), judicially (with executions taking place on the square) and, of course, local politics. The splendid Gothic town hall was built in the 15th century in three phases the same 15th century saw the installation of trade guilds in the houses that border the Grand-Place. Gradually, the square was filled with houses and halls, then primarily made of wood. Its story began as a market square in the 12th century. or symbolic events, such as the celebration of sportsmen and women after fine performances.
Today, it still has a political and administrative function as it houses the City of Brussels Town Hall, which remains the workplace of the mayor and most of their aldermen.Īs a prestigious venue, it hosts many festive events - concerts, fairs, folklore events, the Christmas tree and nativity scene, sound and light shows, the flower carpet in the summer, etc. In rue Orts, another virtual voyage will see Finland setting up its little wooden houses to let us discover their enchanting universe through a whirlwind of magical activities.Often considered the most beautiful square in the world, the Grand-Place of Brussels' reputation precedes it! Catherine’s Church and the Viage, showcasing audio-visual creativity and transforming the buildings into moving works of Two video-mappings will beautify the façades of the St. Marriage between visual and audio arts and new technologies to offer a unique immersive experience. In this surprising Dome, 360° audio-visual performances, films, concerts and family activities will mark the
Life-sized manger, the skating rink, the magical lights, the various exhibitions which dot the event…and the Christmas markets, bursting with treasures, which will delight the eyes of the curiousĪs well as the classics, a host of novelties add to the fun!įor this 20th edition, a high-tech dome will be set up on the pedestrian zone. The great classics are all awaiting you: magnificent sound and light at the Grand-Place, the majestic tree, the Novelties are awaiting them, making for unforgettable shared moments. The warm and joyful atmosphere of Winter Wonders will surround visitors from all over the world: magical lights from the Great North, cultural and fun activities, original gift ideas and other Its festive costume and pulls out all the stops on the menu. With its 2.5 million visitors, Winter Wonders is the unmissable end-of-year event in Brussels which, for the occasion, dons From 25th November 2022 to 1st January 2023
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