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Distances 5min. on foot atomium & mini-europe > grand-place 15min. by bus grand-place & chez léon > planète chocolat 5min. on foot chez léon > planète chocolat 5min. on foot atomium
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Length of visit 1½ hrs léon 1 hr
1½ hrs chocolat 1 hr
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Opening times 2011 atomium
365/365 - 10am>6pm {ticket office closes at 5.30pm} mini-europe 19.03.2011-08.01.2012 - 10am>6pm chez léon
365/365 - 11.30am>11pm {Sun.>Thu.} / 11.30am>11.30pm {Fri.>Sat.} planète chocolat
365/365 - 10.30am>6.30pm {Mon.>Sat.} / 11am>6pm {Sun.}
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international symbol of Brussels and Belgium. an architectural triumph unlike any other in the world {9 spheres with a diameter of 18m, linked to each other by 20 tubes around thirty metres long, 102m tall}. iconic legacy of the 1958 World Fair {Expo 58} and the world of the fifties. the most popular attraction in the Capital of Europe. permanent exhibition dedicated to Expo 58 plus temporary exhibitions {science, design, society}. audio-guides {23 European languages, plus Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Russian and Turkish}. just as unique are the stunning panoramic views over the city of Brussels {in clear weather you can see as far as Antwerp}.
probably the most Brussels restaurant-friture of the world. the largest restaurant-friture in Belgium, made up with nine premises brimming with history. a picturesque and warm, professional welcome. national and international ambassador of typical Belgian cuisine. a wide range of dishes from Belgium and Brussels, including the famous ‘Moules-Frites’, plus Lunch menus {3 dishes and a drink} during the week, prices starting from ¤14.25 per person. exclusive production of a delicious bière blonde, Léon. over 420 covers with banquet spaces for between 18 and 232 people {discounts available for groups of over 20 people}.
350 of the European Union's major monuments and attractions reproduced in the tiniest detail on the giant scale of 1/25. the only park in the world, right here in the Capital of Europe, bringing together the 27 member countries of the EU. covering over 2.5 ha, the park boasts miniature gardens and monuments showing off every detail. you'll love the interactive displays: make Vesuvius erupt, launch the Ariane V rocket, and much more. the interactive Spirit of Europe exhibition, bound to help you understand the EU better {its members, its history etc.}. the 64-page colourful catalogue will guide you through the countries you're seeing {available in 10 languages}.
traditional workshop preparing chocolate and pralines. licensed ambassador for Belgian chocolate around the world. right in the heart of Brussels between the Grand-Place and the Manneken-Pis. demonstrations in the workshop showing how these chocolates are produced {up to 200 people}. museum recounting the history of cocoa. tasting sessions for traditional pralines and hot chocolate.
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Contacts atomium
www.atomium.be > Julie ALMAU GONZALEZ - julie.almau@atomium.be > T. +32 (0)2 475 47 77 > F. +32 (0)2 475 47 79 > Square de l’Atomium - B-1020 BRUSSELS mini-europe
www.minieurope.eu > Philippe STEENBERGEN philippe.steenbergen@minieurope.eu > Kristof VAN VAERENBERGH kristof.vanvaerenbergh@minieurope.eu > T. +32 (0)2 474 13 13 > F. +32 (0)2 478 26 75 > Bruparck - B-1020 BRUSSELS chez léon
www.chezleon.be > Thierry SCHEERS - thierry.scheers@leon1893.com > T. +32 (0)2 511 14 15 > F. +32 (0)2 514 02 31 > Rue des Bouchers, 18 - B-1000 BRUSSELS planète chocolat
www.planetechocolat.be & www.chocolaterie-bruxelles.com > Nathalie CLERMONT - planetechocolat@skynet.be > T. +32 (0)2 511 07 55 > F. +32 (0)2 512 13 05 > Rue du Lombard, 24 - B-1000 BRUSSELS
Henri Simo ns - asbl Atomium vzw - Square de l’Atomi um / Atomi umsquare - B 1020 BRUXELLES / BRUSSEL - www.atomium.be
Prices {for individuals and groups} as well as combination packages are available on the websites for the different venues.
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eu The world’s 54 th metropolis, 18th best place to live, Capital of half a billion Europeans, Brimming with modernity and tradition, Exciting and cosmopolitan, Renowned as the city of Chips, Beer, Chocolate and Surrealism:
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Brussels can’t fail to disappoint anyone who is interested in culture or good food. Visitors keen to discover the wealth of attractions that the city has to offer will love BRUSSELS IN ONE DAY.
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The idea is as simple as it is efficient, getting straight to the point, offering trips to 4 of Brussels’ highlights in just one day, each one symbolising one of the fundamental facets of our Brussels’s identity:
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Mini-Europe
Atomium
the international emblem of Belgium, offering the most stunning views of the city of Brussels Mini-Europe
Atomium
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350 major European buildings in miniature, as well as an interactive exhibition all about Europe (Spirit of Europe)
in one day Chez Léon
the most characteristic Brussels restaurant-friture in the world (founded in 1893), made famous thanks to its mussels, chips and exclusive bière blonde brewed in Belgium
Planète Chocolat
Brussels’ ultimate chocolate heaven, inspiring chocolatiers around the world with its pralines and chocolates This simple yet flexible package (you can choose the order in which you visit the attractions), offering an excellent selection of experiences will guarantee you the ultimate trip to the Capital of Europe.
the 4 highlights in a package Chez Léon
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