Let's meet in Brussels 2019 by visit.brussels

letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meet in Brussels 2019

Give your event the Brussels touch! Welcome to the 2019 Let’s Meet in Brussels

A team of experts who support and connect you

Every year, our team can’t wait to help event organisers like you (re)discover Brussels. Thanks to this brochure, you now have at your fingertips, a tool that shows you what really makes us tick and is packed with concrete proposals!

Brussels is constantly moving, constantly evolving and constantly innovating. Our region is a centre of excellence in life sciences & bio-pharma, ICT, sustainability and clean technologies, creative industries and media, and business services. visit.brussels puts you in touch with these centres of excellence.

We know that you demand high standards, that you’re looking for that rare gem, with exceptional service, the perfect venue and extraordinary new activities. Well, in Brussels you can find all that and more!

Brussels is your perfect partner Brussels just recently broke into the Global Destination Sustainability top 10, and was also named in A.T. Kearney's 2018 Global Cities Index of the world’s most influential cities. These recognitions are greatly appreciated, especially as they comes from objective and independent sources! By choosing Brussels for your next event, your participants will enjoy a unique experience in a city that strives for sustainable development and has great influence on the international scene.

Our expert team offers free advice, a network of expertise, knowledge and resources, and goes the extra mile to make sure your events are a roaring success. Recently, it has set up an ambassador programme along with various other support programmes. Once again in 2019, we will offer new services to help you promote your event internationally and locally, boost the number of delegates, partners and stakeholders, and connect you with influencers in your field.

Elisabeth Van Ingelgem Director Convention & Association Bureau, visit.brussels

The Brussels touch There are lots of new features in this year's edition of Let’s Meet in Brussels. And the city will soon offer you new industrial, urban and unique event venues, hotels as well as trendy activities for your delegates. You can exclusively discover all these new venues in the following pages. We hope to hear from you and we are always here to give you expert advice. That’s also part of the Brussels touch: helping and listening is part of who we are. We look forward to working with you very soon!

Patrick Bontinck CEO, visit.brussels

Brussels breaks new grounds in terms of sustainability and influence One of the ten most sustainable destinations in the world Brussels’ sustainable practices in the business tourism and events industries have come on in leaps and bounds thanks to our destination’s social and environmental sustainability strategies policies and performances. GDS-Index, Nov. 2018 Ranked highest among all influential cities Europe’s capital is proudly ranked in the top ten of the world’s most influential cities thanks to our city’s business activity, human capital, information exchange, cultural experience and political engagement! A.T. Kearney’s Global Cities Index, Nov. 2018 Ravenstein Galleries

visit.brussels more supportive than ever before New services to grow your event and to connect you with influencers We have strengthened our support programmes with new services to help you promote your event, and better connect you with influencers. For example, the growth programme now includes personalised communications support. Opening of the association co-space Our association bureau will soon welcome international associations representatives in a dedicated co-space, a meeting hub dedicated to help associations meet, learn and make connections. Opening winter 2019 - 2020, European District

Want to organise a sustainable event in Brussels? CONTACT VISIT.BRUSSELS:

Kathleen Davisters, our expert will help you reach optimal ecological, social and economic sustainability goals: k.davisters@visit.brussels

New industrial, urban and trendy venues and hotels The stunning wrought iron and glass Hôtel de la Poste completes its expansion Many know the majestic Ticket Hall in this events venue on the Tour & Taxis site. This architectural gem will soon offer 12 more rooms for meetings and events. Opening of the 12 new rooms in April 2019, 10-600 people

‘Get comfy’ in the new Hotel Hubert Hotel Hubert is a new hotel right in the centre of Brussels with freshly designed rooms and self-check-in kiosks. Opened in September 2018, 100 hotel rooms

1950s Ravenstein Galleries shopping arcade will amaze your participants This classical architectural marvel and pleasant covered walkway between Brussels' central station and Rue Ravenstein now offers a meeting centre. Opening in the second half of 2019, 192 m²

Hotel de la Poste

Brussels’ city life - entertain your guests Brussels Choco Story Museum on the move to gather more gourmets Where else can you organise team events that uncover the history of cocoa and chocolate? Your delegates will undoubtedly love this venue, which moved to a new location in order to expand! Reopening in February 2019

The local food movement gains ground in the historical centre A large organic food market with food corners is opening soon and will be a place for gourmets who love quality: Brussels Food Market Opening summer 2019

Choco Story Museum

2020-2025 event venues and hotels openings

Astoria Hotel

Reopening of the mythical and palatial Astoria Hotel on Rue Royale

NEO, the new conference centre and hotel near the Atomium

The Corinthia Hotels group is creating its “flagship luxury hotel” in Brussels by renovating this prestigious 5-star Neoclassical gem. Opening in 2021, 126 hotel rooms, 3 event rooms

This visionary reurbanisation and sustainable development project will offer a multitude of facilities and functions, including a convention centre and a hotel. Different opening phases to be confirmed, 10-5,000 people

Why not meet in the former largest station in Europe, Gare Maritime? The 45,000m² Gare Maritime is located on the remarkable, evolving urban site of Tour & Taxis. Ongoing major renovations will transform this genuine industrial masterpiece into a covered urban venue. The expansion of the Tour & Taxis site includes the renovation of a superb heritage building into a new hotel. Opening of the hotel in 2022, 100 hotel rooms Opening of the Gare Maritime starting in 2020

NEO

Gare Maritime - Tours & Taxis

"Work until beer o’clock" (Stephen King) in the new Belgian Beer Palace

This new Belgian Beer experience centre is taking shape as we speak at the former Brussels Stock Exchange, just a stone’s throw from the Grand-Place. Opening date to be confirmed

Genuine cathedral of steel and glass at the Kanal-Centre Pompidou Soon, Brussels too will have its own MoMA or Guggenheim, along the quays of the city’s canal. Brussels’ new 16,000m² centre for modern art will compete with the best . Different opening phases, starting in 2022 with several event rooms and auditoriums, 10-2,000 people

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Why brussels ?

41 Events districts

our support

91 Hotels

Food & dining

149

Leisure

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ideas

services

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Venues

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161 Practicalities

Strategic location

Decision-making and business services hub

The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top association city

Specialists in life sciences

Dynamic ICT and media sectors

Creative entrepreneurship

Always greener

A global city

Vibrant city life

01 why Brussels?

CONNECTING you with experts who understand your field of activity…

you with your participants…

We are the official Convention & Association Bureau of Brussels. We play an important role as a ‘one-stop shop’ and link between you and our city.

you with the right suppliers, partners, sponsors and speakers…

Our team of events experts will work with you right through the process, from planning and bidding, to supporting and welcoming your delegates.

you with all the advantages that the capital of Europe can offer you.

This chapter sets out why we believe Brussels is the best place to hold your convention and how we can help you organise it flawlessly.

CHOOSE BRUSSELS! We will focus on the optimisation and the growth of your event, to exceed expectations.

why Brussels ?

Organising an event in Brussels is all about making connections

STRATEGIC LOCATION Brussels Airport connects 25 million passengers to 238 different destinations per year Brussels is easy to reach by air, international and national rail and road. As a result, it's an ideal destination for events. The city also sees a considerable number of cross-border commuters travel in and out each day! 2,400 km

Brussels' great central location means that you can go anywhere in the capital very quickly. It's also incredibly easy to move around in this compact city: many places are within walking distance, or a short ride away by tram, bus or metro.

1,500 km

And if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re staying near the city centre, walking is a wonderful way to discover the city or to reach your event venue. 600 km 300 km 03h00

02h00

01h30 03h00

THALYS, TGV AND EUROSTAR CONNECTIONS TO

France The UK The Netherlands Germany

DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM

200

EU & WORLD DESTINATIONS

180 passenger destinations and

cargo destinations; DAILY NON-STOP FLIGHTS to the US; DAILY FLIGHTS to China and India

Paris in 1'20", London in 1'51", Amsterdam in 1'53", Cologne in 1'47".

EUROPEANS LIVE WITHIN 2 HOURS OF BRUSSELS BY TRAIN

why Brussels ?

BRUSSELS

AIRPORT:

BY TRAIN

CENTRE OF THE CONTINENTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DENSEST MOTORWAY AND HIGH-SPEED TRAIN NETWORKS

DECISION-MAKING AND BUSINESS SERVICES HUB

why Brussels ?

organisations of the European Union including the Commission and the Parliament

8,686 registered lobby organisations 20,000 individual lobbyists

48,000 EU officials, diplomats, international business workers, and press correspondents Brussels has the highest concentration of decision makers that shape the lives of hundreds of millions of people. The city hosts all the major EU institutions and is home to a huge diplomatic corps, journalist community and countless lobby groups. You can’t get any nearer to Europe’s policy makers than Brussels!

press correspondents

1,700 INTERNATIONAL CORPORATIONS OPERATING EUROPE-WIDE

Numerous

Paul-Henri Spaak (1899 – 1972) supporter of multilateralism, he’s one of the first major policy-makers at the beginning of the European community

(Eurocontrol, SWIFT…)

intergovernmental organisations

headquarters

But Brussels is also about business: 1,700 international corporations operate Europe-wide from their base here, spawning a diverse business services sector.

The North Atlantic Tr e at y

THE UNITED NATIONS

(N ATO)

Roundabout

Organization

OFFICE REPRESENTATIONS

Schuman

THE WORLD'S TOP ASSOCIATION CITY Meaningful connections and networking with other associations, private partners and public authorities.

Paul Otlet (1868-1944) imagined the Internet and is co-founder of the Union of International Associations headquartered in Brussels (UIA)

VISIT.BRUSSELS'

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BUREAU

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- WITH A FREE SUPPORT SERVICE FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS // VISIT.BRUSSELS ASSOCIATIONS CO-SPACE - A DEDICATED ONLINE AND OFFLINE MEETINGS HUB AND INFORMATION AND NETWORKING

Hosting 2,250 headquarters, Brussels is home to more international associations than any other city.

CENTRE (OPENING END 2019)

LARGEST CONGLOMERATION OF INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS IN THE WORLD WITH

2,250 HEADQUARTERS

Headquarters of the Federation of European and International Associations (FAIB)

THE EUROPEAN DISTRICT

International associations employ

PEOPLE IN BELGIUM

Headquarters of the Union of International Associations (UIA)

Brussels is member of the Global Association Hubs partnership, the world’s leading cities for international associations (together with Dubai, Singapore and Washington DC)

why Brussels ?

“INFORMATION ONE-STOP SHOP” PUBLIC INITIATIVE

With its highly-skilled multilingual workforce and depth of support services, Brussels is the best spot for building membership and getting up close to European decision-makers.

SPECIALISTS IN LIFE SCIENCES

200 COMPANIES PRODUCING OR DISTRIBUTING MACHINES // 21 DIAGNOSTIC & TELEMEDICINE COMPANIES // 200 PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES MAKING BELGIUM A WORLD LEADER IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY //

300

BIOTECH

COMPANIES OPERATING IN BELGIUM

Strong tradition and positioning in life sciences, including biotechnology and pharmaceutical activities.

Nobel Prize winners in immunology, cell physiology and chemistry

Would it surprise you to know that Belgium has the world’s highest concentration of life science professionals? And that it's the second largest pharma exporter in the world?

why Brussels ?

With its world-famous university hospitals and concentration of international hi-tech and healthcare companies, Brussels is a pivotal centre for life sciences.

MORE THAN

LIFE SCIENCE RESEARCHERS

BELGIUM HAS THE HIGHEST CONCENTRATION OF LIFE-SCIENCE

EMPLOYEES IN THE WORLD // LEADING EUROPEAN COUNTRY FOR CLINICAL TRIALS PER CAPITA AND SECOND WORLDWIDE

Long tradition of world renowned scientists: L eo Bakeland (1863-1944) Ernest Solvay (1838-1922) Christian de Duve (1917-2013)

STEROP OVERSEAS

UCB PHARMA ANSELL HEALTHCARE

FISHERTRADE

Pfizer

A pioneer in many medical domains: heartlung transplant, cell division, leukemia vaccination, fighting metastasis formation, anti-Tuberculosis medication, IVF, euthanasia, trachea graft…

3 UNIVERSITIES, 7 UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS, 2 4 HEALTHCARE CENTRES AND A BROAD COMMUNITY OF WORLD-CLASS SCIENTIFIC INSTITUTES 16

DYNAMIC ICT AND MEDIA SECTORS A EUROPEAN LEADER FOR VIRTUAL REALITY BE.VR Community (980 members) 20 companies Brussels VR Festival research parks

4 technological 6 incubators

Thanks to close collaboration between academia, R&D and businesses, with proactive support from regional authorities, the ICT sector is growing fast and earning Brussels worldwide recognition for its capacity to innovate.

THE MULTIMEDIA SECTOR PROVIDES 17,400 JOBS (35% of employment of the ICT sector) & GENERATES 40% OF THE BELGIAN ICT SECTOR'S TURNOVER

institutes of higher education in engineering collaborating with ICT businesses on a wide range of R&D projects

There is a growing convergence between the ICT and multimedia communication sectors (support for digital devices and telecom technologies to diffuse information). The multimedia sector is another strong growth market and the city has a significant presence of renowned printing and publishing actors, movie and video companies, communication agencies, national and international radio, TV and press agencies.

478 media outlets, including 99 television stations 191 newspapers and magazines

LARGE BRANDS, INCLUDING SAP, FUTJISU, GOOGLE, MICROSOFT, TWITTER, IBM, SIEMENS //// 3 ICT REFERENCE CENTRES DEVELOPING HUMAN CAPITAL, TECHNICAL ACTIVITIES AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING //// INTERNATIONAL PRESS CENTRE (IPC) //// Media Clusters Brussels â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MCB, A COLLABORATIVE AND INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH PROJECT WHOSE AIM IS TO ANALYSE THE MANY FACETS OF THE MEDIA INDUSTRY

people working in the ICT sector

people working in the media industry

why Brussels ?

The ICT and media sectors are top priorities in Brussels.

CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURS HIP Every day new startups, new ideas and new products have the potential to change Brussels even more.

why Brussels ?

Brussels is a growing hub for startups and has a unique culture and flourishing business community. Emerging as an entrepreneurial, contemporary and creative hub, the vibrant local ecosystem drives many projects, communities, companies, associations, leaders, institutions, authorities and believers of interdisciplinary innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. Brusselsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ecosystem is gathering citizens, political leaders, researchers and business people to help our region produce more interdisciplinary innovation and new socio-economic initiatives that have an impact on our daily lives. More and more investors believe in the Brussels-Capital Region and the entrepreneurs that are based here.

Elvis Pompilio (Fashion)

Philippe Geluck (Cartoonist)

Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker (Dance)

Luc et Jean-Pierre Dardenne (Filmmakers)

AmĂŠlie Nothomb (Writer)

Jaco van Dormael (Film director)

Eric Emmanuel Schmitt (Writer)

Stromae (Singer)

RENOWNED CINEMA SCHOOLS

ART SCHOOLS SCHOOLS OF FASHION

CIRCLEMADE.BRUSSELS circular economy

HUBS AND

SOFTWARE.BRUSSELS ICT

STIMULATING

LIFETECH.BRUSSELS health

ORGANISATIONS ENTREPRENEURSHIP, CREATIVITY AND

HOSPITALITY.BRUSSELS tourism, event industry, culture

INNOVATION:

SCREEN.BRUSSELS audiovisual

Public reference partner, that strives to turn Brussels into the most attractive European place to start and grow a business

MAD.BRUSSELS Brussels fashion and design platform The link between business owners and creative talents creating a better future for Brussels and its inhabitants BRUSSELSCREATIVE.BE Platform for Brussels' creative and cultural ecosystem: cross-disciplinary collaboration, innovation and socioeconomical initiatives

HUB.BRUSSELS

1 FILM RECORDING PER DAY: THE LOCAL FILM INDUSTRY IS BOOMING AND MOVIE PRODUCTION HAS BEEN BOOSTED BY A SPECIFIC TAX BENEFIT FOR AUDIOVISUAL PRODUCTIONS 19

why Brussels ?

CLUSTERS FOR THEMES OF STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE IN BRUSSELS:

ECOBUILD.BRUSSELS sustainable construction

ALWAYS GREENER Brussels has 8,000 hectares of green spaces, meaning 28m² of green space per inhabitant. Brussels is not only one of the greenest cities in Europe. The city has ambitious plans when it comes to climate adaptation, green mobility and urban liveability.

why Brussels ?

The city is already investing in renewable energy sources and strict demands are set for new buildings in the city. Moreover, a wide range of significant projects and ambitious ideas contribute to making Brussels the city of tomorrow: citizens’ initiatives (community gardens, rooftop urban farms, sharing economy, etc.), urban circular economy, local employment creation (including social equity, with private and public organisations employing people with disabilities), a global good food strategy (sustainable food system creation through a web portal, pop-up activities, slow-food restaurants, responsibility label development…). Brussels is in the top ten destinations for its sustainability policy (World GDS-Index November 2018). In 2018, the city’s sustainable practices in the business tourism and events industries have been recognised thanks to our destination’s social and environmental sustainability strategies, policies and performances. visit.brussels' dedicated team and local congress management companies work with you to make your meeting greener. Join the Annual Carbon Capture & Storage Summit, Sustainable Energy Week and many other clean-tech events that choose to meet in Brussels.

BRUSSELS IS A CIRCULAR ECONOMY AND WASTE MANAGEMENT LEADER AND NO.1 IN EUROPE FOR RECYCLING OF PACKAGING WASTE

The number of cyclists has tripled over the last 10 years, Brussels' transition to a cycling city is underway

Exemplary buildings account for more than 16% of construction every year (with more than 265,000 square meters of exemplary buildings)

Headquarters of numerous renewable energy associations EUROPEAN FORUM OF RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES //// EUROPEAN BIOMASS ASSOCIATION //// EUROPEAN RENEWABLE ENERGY COUNCIL //// EUROPEAN UNION RENEWABLE ENERGY RESEARCH CENTERS AGENCY //// EUROPEAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION AND MANY MORE

14% of Brussels' land is Natura 2000 (the largest network of protected areas in the world). The city's 8,000 hectares of green space is made up of many historic parks, pleasant little public gardens, broad tree-lined avenues, woods, and even a forest.

why Brussels ?

Brussels' Sonian Forest stretches over 4,421-hectares along the southeast edge of Brussels ❙❙❙ After Venice, Brussels has the largest pedestrian zone in Europe ❙❙❙ Exemplary sustainable neighbourhood of Tour and Taxis ❙❙❙ DROH!ME Melting Park: a nature-oriented leisure park with an intergenerational approach and active lifestyle ❙❙❙ Many urban farms and The "Ferme Abattoir", the first city farm built by Building Integrated GreenHouses (BIGH)

A GLOBAL CITY BRUSSELS IS THE CAPITAL OF 500 MILLION EUROPEANS

Translators and interpreters for all 24 OFFICIAL EU LANGUAGES (you won’t find that in other cities!)

why Brussels ?

PLACE DU LUXEMBOURG/

62% of Brussels' inhabitants were born outside of Belgium.

World renowned artists

Stromae (Singer)

LUXEMBURGPLEIN (AKA "PLACE LUX" OR "PLUX"), THE COSMOPOLITAN EUROPEAN ❙❙❙

CHÂTELAIN,

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It is a cosmopolitan city (183 nationalities live here) and a centre for economic migration: In fact, Brussels' European and international character also generates many other activities such as lobbying, consultancy, media, and a multiplicity of embassies and regional delegations. Your delegates will feel at home in Brussels!

NEIGHBOURHOODS SUCH AS MATONGE (CENTRAL

Brussels is the capital of 500 million Europeans! And this international presence is growing.

Toots Thielemans (jazz musician)

Salvator Adamo (Singer)

AFRICAN QUARTER), RUE DE BRABANT (MAGHREB), SAINT-GILLES (POLAND),

Vincent Kompany (Footballer)

CITY CENTRE (ASIA)… 22

220,000 expats from 183 countries speaking 108 languages

VIBRANT CITY LIFE

BIGGEST AMOUNT OF MUSEUMS PER INHABITANT IN EUROPE

CHOCOLATIER CRAFTSMEN: PIERRE MARCOLINI, LAURENT GERBAUD, FREDERIC BLONDEEL MAISON DANDOY: SPECTACULOOS SPECULOOS !

NEW CULTURAL EVENTS EVERY DAY

OVER 500 PLACES TO TRY OUT THE SPECIAL AUTHENTIC RECIPE OF BELGIAN CHIPS.

18,000 cultural events take place every year in Brussels!

100 LOCAL BRANDS FROM

Brussels is not only a pleasant place to live in. It is a city where business, urban spirit, a cosmopolitan atmosphere, as well as cultural and leisure activities, blend into a harmonious whole. Here, visitors will appreciate the quality of life, the many cultural possibilities and, not least, the great food.

1,500 DIFFERENT BELGIAN BEER BREWERIES CONSUMED EVERY DAY IN RESTAURANTS, BARS, MICROBREWERIES OR HOMES. 2,000 RESTAURANTS INCLUDING WITH 18 MICHELIN STARRED RESTAURANTS.

Brussels is an international production hotspot for the arts, primarily due to its position as a crossroads of the Germanic and Latin cultures.

BRUSSELS AIRPORT ALONE

Flagey Square

Saint-Hubert

galleries

Restaurants and bars offer top quality catering. The city has also preserved its local culture: so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find street life, traditional markets and folklore, all in a colourful atmosphere that's full of good humour. Enjoy!

TWO TONS OF CHOCOLATE SOLD PER DAY, AT

DANSAERT AREA

MONT DES ARTS

When it comes to leisure activities and iconic experiences, Brussels will not disappoint you Discover the many options for groups, incentives, team buildings or for your delegates that make Brussels such a unique destination. FIND OUT MORE IN SECTION 7!

why Brussels ?

1 MILLION BEERS AND

house of the capital region

HOLD YOUR EVENT IN A TRULY ROYAL VENUE !

bipforrent.brussels Info: d.baekelmans@visit.brussels â&#x20AC;&#x201D;

T. + 32 2 549 50 68

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Free, expert and objective services dedicated to structuring, optimising and growing your next event

Organising a conference, a congress or a fair is a job in itself. It demands a lot of time and special management skills. Our Meetings & Convention team members have the expertise to support you through the organisation of your event, from bidding to planning and welcoming your delegates. But organising an event is also about making the right connections. We will connect you with Brussels venues, suppliers, sponsors, speakers, potential participants and experts in your field. We play an important role as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;one-stop shopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and link between you and our city. On top of a variety of support programmes, we offer you a range of services that focus on optimising and growing your event, so that it can exceed expectations.

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our support

Contacting visit.brussels is the natural starting point for anyone who wants to organise an event in Brussels. You've come to the right place!

Organising an event in Brussels? Contact the visit.brussels CONVENTION BUREAU for help and support meetings@visit.brussels +32 (0)2 549 50 35

Support programmes and services

ARE YOU PLANNING OR ORGANISING AN INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE, CONGRESS, FAIR OR ANY OTHER KIND OF PROFESSIONAL EVENT IN BRUSSELS? WHY NOT TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FREE, IMPARTIAL, AND EXPERIENCED SERVICES?

To help you organise and grow your next event

La Madeleine

Every day we support various types of organisations, including but not limited to: associations, corporate companies, professional event organisers, institutions and universities. Our experience and the range of support available suits budgets and events of any size – from 10 to 10,000 attendees. These aids can be combined to suit your requirements! Check this out for yourself!

Train World

Royal Museums of Fine Arts

AIDS AND INVALUABLE SUPPORT PROGRAMMES FOR INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL EVENTS ORGANISED IN BRUSSELS: Support in preparing and presenting bids for new events in Brussels: •

Assisting you with your considerations and strategy during the bidding process

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Researching other support options

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Helping you to prepare your bid book

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Providing expert knowledge of Brussels along with unbiased advice on services and venues

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Organising site visits, etc.

By working together, we will create a first-class, professional proposal and presentation, giving your bid the best chance of success.

2. CONNECTING SUPPORT

One-stop-shop support, with connection, organisational and timely services: •

Connecting you to the right local people to build your event

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Connecting you to suitable event organisation support services, venues and suppliers

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Connecting you to your stakeholders, sponsors and future attendees

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And making sure your attendees connect with the city during the event!

As an extension of your team, we will be your helping hand to connect you with the right people and organisations.

3. GROWTH SUPPORT PROGRAMME A substantial extra push. Worth asking for if your event is eligible! Support for the optimisation and growth of international events: to boost the number of attendees, partners and stakeholders: •

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To maximise the attendance and participations before the event: advice and support for the promotion of your event and in building connections, with the creation and dissemination of communication and media (news, press releases, videos, support during previous event, etc.) To scale your event and enhance on-site experiences: with promotional banners, city marketing collaterals, financial support in various form (welcome reception, social programme, gifts, transport tickets…)

It is dedicated to support international professional event organisers hoping to host events in Brussels in a sector that contributes positively to the image of the region or within one of the five following key centres of excellence in the Brussels area: Life sciences & bio-pharma, information & communications technology - ICT, sustainability and clean technologies, creative industries and media or business services. The eligibility and the evaluation of the event organiser requesting the Growth Support Programme will be carried out by a selection committee composed of: Innoviris, Hub Brussels, Febelux and visit.brussels. This programme is offered by the Brussels-Capital Region, the City of Brussels and visit.brussels. Alternatively, under certain specific conditions, you can apply for funding subsidies.

4. ATTENDEES SUPPORT

Support for welcoming and accompanying attendees, and making them feel at home while in Brussels: Welcome reception, promotion, welcome desks, activities advices… We have many tricks to maximise your attendees’ enjoyment! Attendee support is a core part of our day-to-day work. We want to turn our city into your city, and your delegates’ city.

Contact us to know how we can help you and for a detailed description of the support programmes: visit.brussels Convention Bureau v.lurkin@visit.brussels +32 (0)2 549 50 35

our support

1. BID SUPPORT

In an interview following the 2018 EANS congress in October, Michaël Bruneau, President of the 18th European Congress of Neurosurgery, clinical director at Brussels' Erasme Hospital and a visit.brussels ambassador, reveals the winning recipe for a successful large-scale congress: a dedicated local committee, an attractive destination and the efficient support of the convention bureau’s team.

our support

Successfully organising an international congress while working full-time is possible, and worthwhile!

The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies Congress is an annual pan-European scientific congress and one of the most important scientific meetings for neurosurgeons. It aims to provide the latest developments to neurosurgeons and scientists in the field.

Why was Brussels chosen? What are its advantages over another destination? A tender to host the 2018 international Congress in a country was launched by the EANS. Brussels' bid was prepared by the BSN (Belgian Society of Neurosurgery), together with the support of visit.brussels. The bid contained many positive points and the BSN was awarded the organisation of the Congress in Brussels for several reasons: • Brussels is easily accessed from all over the world • The Brussels Convention centre is magnificent and ideally located (right in the city centre and within reach of all the city’s amenities) • Brussels has a huge accommodation offer

our objective with the pleasingly high number of 1,700 participants attending the congress.

What is your opinion on the help and support that you have received from visit.brussels? The visit.brussels team supported us from the start and all through the bidding process. They not only helped us to prepare the bid and our candidature, but two members of the visit.brussels team were also present during the selection meeting and participated actively in answering specific questions by members of the EANS international committee. There is no doubt that their professionalism helped the Belgian Society of Neurosurgery's bid win the right to organise the congress! It didn’t stop with the bidding process either! visit.brussels provided us with strong organisational, structural, promotional and financial support throughout the entire process, from preparations for the event to the end of the congress.

You are a renowned neurosurgeon and research scientist and you have a full-time job. How easy (or difficult) was it to organise the congress?

What was the main challenge for the 2018 edition of the Congress? How did you resolve it?

It was a huge task. The EANS team gave considerable support to the scientific committee, and AIM, the Professional Congress Organiser provided invaluable help from an organisational point of view.

Like many committees, our concern was to attract as many neurosurgeons as possible to attend the congress. Thanks to the strong scientific content and the overall advantages of Brussels, we achieved

The Brussels Convention Centre is also an ideal location. It is easily accessible and has multiple possible set-ups and meeting spaces that can accommodate up to several thousand people.

What three qualities most appeal to you about Brussels? • Its friendliness • Its cultural wealth • Its public transport network

What did your participants think of the EANS social events they experienced in Brussels? All the participants were very pleased they attended! Those who were present at the networking dinner held in the Autoworld museum were impressed and loved the atmospheric lighting and being entertained among historic cars. It is a great location. The gala dinner at the Palais d’Egmont, a former stately home that today houses the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs was also memorable for its elegance and sophistication!

What would you recommend to international delegates if they could only visit one place in Brussels? It would definitely be the Grand-Place, it's a must-see! For those who have a bit more time I would recommend they wander through Brussels’ historic streets and visit the city’s top museums. If a delegate has four hours to spare to get the feel of the city and wants to spend 100 euros, what would you suggest he do? Go to the Grand-Place, have a beer, eat a waffle, and buy some chocolates to take back home! ■

A big thank you to Michaël Bruneau and the BSN members for bringing the EANS Congress to Brussels

European Association of Neurosurgical Societies, EANS 2018 Dates: 21–25 October 2018 Chosen venues: SQUARE-BRUSSELS CONVENTION CENTRE for the congress, Autoworld and Palais d’Egmont for the social events Format: 5 congress days, plenary sessions and up to 9 parallel sessions RESULTS 1,700 delegates from all around Europe and overseas 60 exhibitors

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To elevate you and your event to the next level

THE AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME AIMS AT BUILDING EXPERT NETWORKS, INCREASING THE VISIBILITY OF KEY CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE AND ATTRACTING INTERNATIONAL EVENTS TO BRUSSELS. Brussels has developed strongly as a meetings destination in the last few years. This is also thanks to talented and committed experts who have attracted major international conferences to Brussels and have, therefore, helped make our city and their field grow and shine on the international scene. They are our city's best Ambassadors!

“ At FoodDrinkEurope, we have frequent interactions with EU institutions, with member states and international representation offices and many other organisations across the food chain that are located here. Being close to the decision-making centre facilitates our work. Moreover, the city is also a great place to work, to meet and to hold conferences; there

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is lots of choice - even for the biggest events.” Mella Frewen, Director General, FoodDrinkEurope (Brussels)

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Expand your national and international reputation, and earn recognition in your area of expertise from your professional colleagues Gain access to a network of senior professionals and academics Get the opportunity to showcase the work and expertise of your hospital, institution or association Gain access to the full range of our free support services that make bidding for and organising a conference much easier Attract the attention of politicians and funding bodies Encourage future developments and synergies in your field and between your organisation and others

Who are the ambassadors? Brussels ambassadors are Belgian or foreign professionals who are experts in their field and influencers in their sector: doctors, university professors, researchers, academics, association professionals. They are all passionate about their industry and Brussels. So far they are more than 150, why not join them?

Why should you attract international congresses to Brussels? Advantages include reputation, connections, funding and development opportunities. But that's not all! Becoming an ambassador for Brussels and being part of this team of industry professionals is a win-win. It not only helps attract international congresses, it also helps you and your sector in many ways.

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their administration easy to manage. Every year, UITP organises meetings in Brussels that attract hundreds of participants from abroad. The presence of EU institutions and other international organisations in Brussels guarantees the involvement of their representatives in meetings and events held in the city, which is an important decisionmaking criteria. for people to attend. ” Mohamed Mezghani, Deputy Secretary General, International Union for Public Transport (UITP, Brussels)

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Our team offers a tailormade information supply to every association with a multilingual team of experts at your disposal.

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The team offers association services that are unique in the world

We are delighted to welcome you to the new associations co-space: a dedicated meeting hub (online and offline) as well as an information and networking centre (opening end 2019).

visit.brussels' Association Bureau also organises the European Association Summit (the annual peer-to-peer event for associations) and collaborates with the Executive master's degree in International Association Management set up by Solvay Brussels School.

We support with the establishment and management of professional associations in Brussels in cooperation with partners.

We provide assistance to create meaningful connections and networking with other associations (more than 2,250 associations present in Brussels), services providers and public. authorities.

Our team guides associations to the right resources and training initiatives, and fosters continuous educational activities for achieving professional objectives.

The Association Bureau helps deploy development strategies in other regions by offering access to the Global Association Hubs Partnership (Brussels, Washington DC, Dubai and Singapore).

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Contacts at visit.brussels Convention Bureau MEETING & CONVENTION TEAM Elisabeth Van Ingelgem

Director Convention Bureau & Association Bureau +32 (0)2 5495051 e.vaningelgem@visit.brussels

Antoine Mariage

Thierry Van Eyll

Specialities: Business Services & Life Sciences

Specialities: ICT, Media & Creative Industries

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Mathilde Dugautier

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Olivier Nussbaum

Business Development Expert +32 (0)2 5495057 | M: +32 (0)498 717542 o.nussbaum@visit.brussels Specialities: Business Services & Life Sciences Olivier started his career as Events Sales Manager for several hotel brands. Olivier plays rugby for Royal Kituro Rugby Club, one of Brussels’ most iconic clubs.

Antoine - the team’s globetrotter - has managed it all: a ski resort, a welcome desk at Brussels Airport and even guest houses! Are you looking for a great deal in Brussels? Antoine’s your man!

Business Development Expert +32 (0)2 5495052 | M: +32 (0)474 839648 t.vaneyll@visit.brussels Thierry transited through Brussels Airlines and Qatar Airways before landing at visit.brussels. He plays water polo at a high level in Brussels and will be sure to make your event a soaring success!

Christelle Juan

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Specialities: Life Sciences, Sustainability & Clean Tech

Specialities: ICT, Media & Creative Industries

Christelle started her career at Ernst & Young as a financial auditor and later as a consultant. She then decided to develop her hometown. Christelle is passionate about Brussels’ history & architecture.

Natacha studied public relations before putting her skills to good use at visit.brussels. Do you like shopping, fashion and experiencing the local lifestyle? Natacha is at your service.

Philippe Ardito Sandrine Plantoir

Meetings Expert +32 (0)2 5495036 | M:+32 (0)477 566631 s.plantoir@visit.brussels Specialities: Life Sciences, Sustainability & Clean Tech Sandrine has a master’s degree in applied communications and public relations. She gained her expertise in large companies and now focuses on quality events. Her passions? Music and the best festivals in town…

Project Coordinator & Communities +32 (0)2 5495393 | M: +32 (0)477 341046 f.ardito@visit.brussels Speciality: Welcoming expert After studying tourism in Brussels, Philippe worked for 10 years at Brussels Airport. He then worked 4 years in the events sector, followed by 5 more years in the MICE sector. He loves Brussels’ nightlife.

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Hans-J. Kremer - Based in Berlin

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Association Expert +32 (0)2 5515476 | M: +32 (0)491 952656 l.grofils@visit.brussels After a master’s degree in Business Engineering, Lara quickly turned her attention to destination management before joining the Association Bureau. She’s passionate about well-being, movement therapy, dance and meditation. Do you need some yoga tips? Lara knows all the best spots in Brussels!

Giulia Funari

Association Advisor &Project manager of the European Association Summit +32 (0)2 5515485 | M: +32 (0)473 773093 g.funari@visit.brussels Giulia studied History of Art and Cultural Marketing at the Université Libre de Bruxelles. Always passionate about art, she started her career in Paris in museums such as the Centre Pompidou and Musée du Quai Branly. Do you want to know more about Magritte? Ask Giulia.

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From Expo 58 to large-scale gatherings

Six events districts with venues of all sizes and styles offer a wide range of accommodation and all amenities in the same area to make your event a success. To make it easier for you, visit.brussels has turned destination points into six events districts. Each one has its own distinctive character, but they all provide easy citywide access.

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20+ event venues for large events above 1,000 participants Heritage, industrial, urban, trendy or purpose-built events venues and conference centres. Large event venues in Brussels are easily accessible from the six events districts whether you are on foot, using public transport or private shuttles.

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Grand-Place Events District

History, hidden gems and UNESCO heritage

“If I only had a few hours of free time, I would definitely wander through the small streets in the heart of the city, contemplate the wonderful Grand-Place

Grégory Van Bulck, Chef Concierge, Radisson BLU Royal Hotel Brussel (November 2018)

and taste our famous beers and chocolate”

“...and I would get a waffle from a truck on Place Royale and savour it while enjoying the splendid view over the city from Mont des Arts” Lucile Canque, Groups and events organizer, NH Collection Grand Sablon (November 2018)

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Bustling downtown business and shopping hub

ROGIER EVENTS DISTRICT

“If I only had a few hours of free time, I would enjoy a prawn croquette for lunch and do some shopping in the Dansaert neighbourhood. I would finish on a sweet

Ahlem Mosaddak, Art Concierge, Hôtel Amigo Rocco Forte (November 2018)

note with a waffle or an ice cream.”

“... and I would do a special tour of city's typical cafés to drink a Triple Westmalle or a gueuze beer. I’d eat some oysters, a plate of ham, patés and rillettes or a typical sausages and stoemp (made of mashed potatoes with vegetables, usually leaks, or carrots). Heavenly!” Marc Dans, Editor (November 2018)

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NOT TO BE MISSED MIMA (Millenium Iconoclast Museum Art) ● The Belgian Comic Strip Center ● Tour & Taxis ● Botanique (Concert hall) ● KVS – Flemish theatre ● The National Theatre ● and more

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Uptown chic – prestigious mansions and sophisticated entertainment

Louise Events District

“If I only had a few hours of free time, I would walk along the Ixelles ponds, go to the market on place Flagey and meet some friends at the cafe-bar, in the art deco Flagey center.”

Marie Droeshaut, Owner and manager, Chez Marie à Bruxelles (November 2018)

“..and I would go to La Cambre Abbey and the Bascule area. I would walk across Tenbosch Park, visit the museum dedicated to sculptor Constantin Meunier and take a peak in the neighbourhood’s many contemporary art galleries.” Francoise Herbay, Brussels greeter (November 2018)

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European Quarter Events District

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Political nerve centre, exciting eclectic and lively atmosphere

free Tuesday lunchtime visit organised by the House of European History in Leopold Park. Then, I would have some lunch at Place Jourdan and enjoy a walk in the very quaint

Caroline Gastaldi, Brussels Greeter (November 2018)

Félix Hap Garden.”

“...and I would indulge in one of the numerous Art Nouveau and Art Deco heritage tours. Either by strolling in dedicated areas (close to Flagey and Louise) or with a bus tour that would allow me to visit some Art Nouveau highlights from the inside (including the unmissable Hotel Solvay). Luc Jacobs, Brussels Greeter (November 2018)

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Multicultural and high-speed connections

“If I only had a few hours of free time, I would take the metro and visit its underground art gallery with a focus on the top 10 artworks including Anderlecht, Parvis Saint Gilles, Porte de Hal and Aumale. I would end my journey at the enchanting © JP Remy

Erasmus House gardens.”

Elisabeth Kubiak, Guide (November 2018)

“...and on a Sunday, I’d choose the lively Marolles area: the flea market, the antiques and decoration shops along the two main streets of the area and

With high–speed train links, Brussels Midi is a green solution for European meetings!

the numerous places to enjoy a brunch or an artisan coffee. I would have a typical pistolet (Belgian bread roll) and do my grocery shopping in the organic Tanneurs market." Gregory Bogaert, cooking blogger for Cookandroll.eu and Brussels native (November 2018)

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Multicultural area urope’s second largest street market on E Sundays: Marché du Midi (South Market) uxury shopping in the nearby Louise L district (3 minutes’ by taxi) The Marolles Flea Market he Cureghem Cellars and Abbatoir with T the Foodmet, Boeremet and the urban farm rganic, local craftsmen and designers O market at Atelier des Tanneurs

Everything you need is within a few minutes of the station

NOT TO BE MISSED Wiels Contemporary Art Centre ● Gueuze Beer Museum ● Porte de Hal ● Concerts at Forest National ● The Cureghem Cellars and Abbatoir ● and more

Heyzel/Heysel Events District

HEYZEL/HEYSEL EVENTS DISTRICT © Ludovic Thysebaert

From Expo 58 to large-scale gatherings “If I only had a few hours of free time, I would go to the Heysel to see the Atomium and explore the surrounding area. Then I would bring my children to a must-see like the Osseghem Park.”

Kathleen Davisters, Product Expert “Sustainable & Accessible Tourism”, visit.brussels

exhibition and take a rest in a green space

E VENTS VENUES AND HOTELS

EASY CONNECTIONS

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3 events rooms for 1,000 to 9,500 people

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Brussels Expo, Palais 12 and Event Hall 10

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In the vicinity: Brussels Kart Expo

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250 to 1,000 people: 35+ events rooms

Events up to 250 people: 30+ events rooms

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140+ hotel rooms, all styles

See the EVENTS VENUES and HOTELS sections for detailed lists of possibilities, sizes and capacities.

Located in the northern part of Brussels ight by motorway and Brussels' outer R ring road etro lines and tram connections makes M it easy to reach the other districts, the city centre and most hotels

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15-minute taxi ride to the airport

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Very large car parking facilities available

STROLLING AND LEISURE ◗◗ ◗◗

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Royal park and greenhouses of Laeken ootball matches at the King Baudouin F Stadium Wandering under the Atomium

NOT TO BE MISSED Atomium ● The ADAM - Brussels Design Museum ● Mini-Europe ● Planetarium of the Royal Observatory of Belgium ● and more

exhibition

Rediscover all of Brussels in a refreshing way.

Get more from Brussels. Visit the experience.brussels expo. www.experience.brussels

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Facts and ﬁgures

An impressive mix of venues of all sizes and styles

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Venues capacities and index

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Venues description

SQUARE-BRUSSELS CONVENTION CENTRE

04 venues

An impressive mix of venues of all sizes and styles

210+ 20+ 115,000m²

heritage, industrial, urban, trendy or purpose-built events venues and conference centres event venues for very large events - over 1,000 participants of modular exhibition space and facilities for 9,500 people at Brussels Expo

Europe’s most centrally-located meeting centre: SQUARE – BRUSSELS CONVENTION CENTRE Exceptional and truly unique venues: Atomium, Musée Magritte Museum, Europe's biggest dinosaur gallery and hundreds of others!

Events districts with venues of all sizes and styles offer a

wide range of accommodation and all amenities in the same areas (see section ‘EVENT DISTRICTS’)

Between 2019-2025, new venues will be opening to

strengthen Brussels' position as a top destination for events of all sizes: Hotel de la Poste (enlargement), Gare Maritime, Kanal-Centre Pompidou, Belgian Beer Palace, NEO…

For free and impartial advice, to be connected with events venues CONTACT visit.brussels Convention Bureau meetings@visit.brussels +32 (0)2 549 50 15 VENUE FINDER https://visit.brussels/en/venue

venues

In addition to a wide choice of high-quality traditional venues for events from 10 to 15,000 people, Brussels offers you an amazing selection of extraordinary meeting places combining state-of-the-art equipment with an unforgettable experience.

VENUE MORE THAN 1000 1,000

1,200

Europe

www.autoworld.be

Historical

1,500

Ganshoren

www.basilicakoekelberg.be

Historical

Birmingham Palace

1,500

2,500

Midi

www.birmingham-palace.be

Misc. and contemporary

BOZAR ★

350

2,200

Grand-Place

www.bozar.be

Theatre, Concert

1,500

Midi

www.eventbrewery.eu

Historical

5,000

9,500

Heysel/Heizel

www.brussels-expo.com

Conference & Exhibition

4,500

Groot-Bijgaarden

www.brusselskartexpo.be

Conference & Exhibition

340

3,000

All

www.venues.be

All

2,033

Rogier

www.cirque-royal.org

Theatre, Concert

800

21,500

900

1,100

BRUSSELS EXPO

Brussels Special Venues (BSV)

venues

theatre style

Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus

banquet style |

PAGE

BRUSSELS KART EXPO ❖ ★

eco labels |

TYPE OF VENUE

Brussels Event Brewery ★

accessibility |

WEB SITE

Basilica of Koekelberg

Autoworld ★

number of rooms |

DISTRICT

Constant Vanden Stock Stadium

Docks Dome

Anderlecht

www.rsca.be

Cultural & Sport

Rogier

www.docksdome.be

Misc. and contemporary

69 -

Event Hall 10

2,000

1,860

Heysel/Heizel

www.brussels-expo.com

Conference & Exhibition

Forest National - Vorst National

8,500

Forest/Vorst

www.forest-national.be

Theatre, Concert

La Monnaie / De Munt - Opera House

n **

1,600

Grand-Place

www.lamonnaie.be

Theatre, Concert

Les Sheds - Tour & Taxis ★

3,000

Rogier

www.tour-taxis.com

Conference & Exhibition

Palais 12

9,500

Heysel/Heizel

www.paleis12.com

Theatre, Concert

Royal Museum of the Army and Military History

3,500

2,000

Europe

www.klm-mra.be

Historical

SQUARE–BRUSSELS CONVENTION CENTRE ★

2,000

2,520

Grand-Place

www.square-brussels.com

Conference & Exhibition

ULB - Université Libre de Bruxelles

1,476

Ixelles/Elsene

www.ulb.ac.be

Misc. and contemporary

Wild Gallery ★

1,100

Midi

www.wildgallery.be

Misc. and contemporary

DISTRICT

WEB SITE

TYPE OF VENUE

VENUE BETWEEN 500 AND 1000 8

AA Dock's

PAGE

840

700

Midi

www.aadocks.be

Misc. and contemporary

460

600

Europe

www.albert-hall.com

Historical

Ancienne Belgique ★

350

750

Grand-Place

www.abconcerts.be

Theatre, Concert

Art and History Museum

550

236

Europe

www.kmkg-mrah.be

Historical

120

665

Auderghem/Ouderghem

www.ccauderghem.be

Cultural & Sport

Bloody Louis

400

500

Louise

www.bloodylouis.be

Misc. and contemporary

Brussels44Center ★

250

768

Rogier

www.b44c.com

Conference & Exhibition

Albert Hall ★

n ***

Auderghem/Ouderghem Cultural Centre

73 -

CERIA Campus

840

Anderlecht

www.ceria.be

Conference & Exhibition

Concert Noble ★

450

500

Europe

www.edificio.be

Historical

Event Lounge ★

750

900

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.eventlounge.be

Misc. and contemporary

150

864

Louise

www.flagey.be

Theatre, Concert

Grand Casino Brussels - Viage

300

650

Grand-Place

www.viage.be

Misc. and contemporary

Halles de Schaerbeek / Hallen van Schaarbeek

700

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.halles.be

Theatre, Concert

Hôtel de la Poste ★

500

600

Rogier

www.hotel-de-la-poste.be

Conference & Exhibition

Flagey ★

n n *

74 -

WEB SITE

TYPE OF VENUE

PAGE

700

Rogier

www.kaaitheater.be

Theatre, Concert

250

619

Heysel/Heizel

www.kinepolis.be

Theatre, Concert

KVS - Koninklijke Vlaamse Schouwburg ★

200

500

Rogier

www.kvs.be

Theatre, Concert

La Madeleine

Kaaitheater Kinepolis Cinemas

300

750

Grand-Place

www.la-madeleine.be

Conference & Exhibition

La Tentation

350

550

Grand-Place

www.latentation.be

Historical

L'Arsenal

500

400

Etterbeek

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

Historical

300

700

Louise

www.mceconferencecentre.eu

Conference & Exhibition

MCE (Hotel de la Poste from 1/04) The EGG Brussels ★

Théâtre Le Plaza

Théâtre National

n *

750

900

Midi

www.theeggbrussels.com

Misc. and contemporary

450

800

Rogier

www.leplaza-brussels.be

Historical

750

Rogier

www.theatrenational.be

Theatre, Concert

500

Grand-Place

www.theatreduparc.be

Theatre, Concert

801

Uccle/Ukkel

www.ccu.be

Cultural & Sport

120

660

Woluwe

www.whalll.be

Cultural & Sport

500

Woluwe

www.wolubilis.be

Cultural & Sport

DISTRICT

WEB SITE

TYPE OF VENUE

Uccle / Ukkel Cultural Centre

W:Halll

Wolubilis

120

VENUE BETWEEN 250 AND 500

Atelier 210 Atomium ★

BEL ★

Belgian Comic Strip Center

PAGE

120

300

Rogier

www.area42.be

Misc. and contemporary

350

Etterbeek

www.atelier210.be

Theatre, Concert

350

150

Heysel/Heizel

www.atomium.be

Historical

78 80

250

415

Rogier

www.bel.brussels

Conference & Exhibition

200

300

Grand-Place

www.cbbd.be

Historical

n ***

Birdy BLUEPOINT Brussels ★

Théâtre Royal du Parc

Area 42 ★

300

Louise

www.birdybrussels.com

Misc. and contemporary

250

450

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.bluepoint.be

Conference & Exhibition

Business Faculty

160

260

Heysel/Heizel

www.businessfaculty.be

Conference & Exhibition

Châlet Robinson ★

320

140

Ixelles/Elsene

www.chaletrobinson.be

Historical

320

400

Louise

www.cerclelorraine.be

Historical

320

Grand-Place

www.cerclegaulois.be

Historical

Cercle de Lorraine ★

Cercle Royal Gaulois Artistique et Littéraire

Claridge (Le) ★

350

450

St-Josse-ten-Noode

www.claridge.be

Misc. and contemporary

Egmont Palace

200

439

Grand-Place

www.ccegmont.be

Historical

Halles Saint-Géry

250

300

Grand-Place

www.hallessaintgery.be

Historical

International Association Centre (IAC)

110

250

Louise

www.mai.be

Conference & Exhibition

Jacques Franck Cultural Center

300

St-Gilles/St-Gillis

www.lejacquesfranck.be

Cultural & Sport

KBR - Royal Library of Belgium

135

250

Grand-Place

www.kbr.be

Historical

venues

DISTRICT

■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ green key | ■ eco-dynamic company */**/*** | ■ EMAS | ❖ outside Brussels region | ★ Brussels Special Venues

VENUE BETWEEN 500 AND 1000

VENUE BETWEEN 250 AND 500 1

400

Midi

www.abattoir.be

Historical

350

535

Heysel/Heizel

www.staderoibaudouin.be

Cultural & Sport

La Patinoire Royale ★

300

Louise

www.lapatinoireroyale.com

Historical

300

250

Grand-Place

www.kbr.be

Historical

La Vénerie

259

Boitsfort/Bosvoorde

www.lavenerie.be

Cultural & Sport

Le Botanique

350

Rogier

www.botanique.be

Theatre, Concert

Le Public Théâtre

300

St-Josse-ten-Noode

www.theatrelepublic.be

Theatre, Concert

Les Ateliers des Tanneurs ★

260

300

Midi

www.ateliersdestanneurs.be

Historical

Maison de l'Automobile ★

180

300

Woluwe

www.maisondelautomobile.be

Misc. and contemporary

380

450

Grand-Place

www.metropolehotel.com

Conference & Exhibition

Mini-Europe

n *

Modern Event

250

100

Heysel/Heizel

www.minieurope.eu

Historical

350

Anderlecht

www.modern-event.be

Misc. and contemporary

82 -

Musée Magritte Museum

400

490

Grand-Place

www.musee-magritte-museum.be

Historical

135

300

Grand-Place

www.academieroyale.be

Historical

350

200

Rogier

www.quay01.com

Misc. and contemporary

450

490

Grand-Place

www.fine-arts-museum.be

Historical

300

120

Auderghem/Oudergem

www.chateau-sainte-anne.be

Historical

Royal Museums of Fine Arts ★

venues

theatre style

Palais des Académies - Royal Academy of Belgium Quay 01

banquet style |

PAGE

Metropole Executive Centre

eco labels |

TYPE OF VENUE

La Rotonde - Palace of Charles de Lorraine

Saint-Anne Castle Théâtre de la Place des Martyrs

356

Rogier

www.theatre-martyrs.be

Theatre, Concert

Théâtre du Vaudeville

200

330

Grand-Place

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

Theatre, Concert

Train World ★

350

400

Tram Museum

n **

VENUE BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.trainworld.be

Historical

Woluwe

www.trammuseum.brussels

Historical

DISTRICT

WEB SITE

TYPE OF VENUE

PAGE

202 (Le)

200

Ixelles/Elsene

www.le202.be

Misc. and contemporary

Anchor Brussels Event

150

200

Laken/Laeken

www.anchorbrusselsevent.be

Misc. and contemporary

Atelier Isabelle de Borchgrave

150

200

Ixelles/Elsene

www.isabelledeborchgrave.com

Misc. and contemporary

160

Uccle/Ukkel

www.b19.be

Misc. and contemporary

B-19 accessibility |

WEB SITE

King Baudouin Stadium

Kelders / Caves / Cellars

100

Grand-Place

www.belvue.be

Historical

Bibliotheca Wittockiana

100

140

Woluwe

www.wittockiana.org

Historical

Bip, house of the capital region ★

150

120

Grand-Place

www.bipforrent.brussels

Historical

150

200

Louise

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

Misc. and contemporary

200

120

Rogier

www.brusselsbywater.be

Misc. and contemporary

BELvue & Coudenberg ★

BMW Brussels number of rooms |

DISTRICT

Brussels By Water

Castle of Val-Duchesse

125

Auderghem/Oudergem

www.valduchesse.eu

Historical

CEN CENELEC Meeting Centre

130

Europe

www.cencelec.eu

Conference & Exhibition

Misc. and contemporary

Château de la Solitude

110

115

Auderghem

www.redfoxevents.be

Costermans De Beursschouwburg

WEB SITE

TYPE OF VENUE

PAGE

120

130

Louise

www.civa.brussels

Misc. and contemporary

100

Grand-Place

www.costermans-antiques.com

Historical

167

Grand-Place

www.beursschouwburg.be

Theatre, Concert

De Linde

160

100

Haren

www.gcdelinde.be

Cultural & Sport

De Maalbeek

120

Etterbeek

www.demaalbeek.be

Cultural & Sport

De Markten

120

Grand-Place

www.demarkten.be

Cultural & Sport

110

St-Gilles/St-Gillis

www.pianofabriek.be

Cultural & Sport

150

200

Anderlecht

www.derinck.be

Cultural & Sport

150

Ganshoren

www.chateaurivieren.be

Historical

De Pianofabriek

n *

De Rinck De Rivieren Castle

De Vaartkapoen Cultural Centre

120

Molenbeek

www.vaartkapoen.be

Cultural & Sport

De Zeyp

100

112

Ganshoren

www.dezeyp.be

Cultural & Sport

Demeure Abbatiale de Dieleghem

150

Jette

www.jette.be

Historical

DigitYser

150

200

Roger

www.digityser.org

Misc. and contemporary

Domaine Allard Espace Leopold S. Senghor

Essegem Everna

Factory Forty

100

150

Uccle/Ukkel

www.domaineallard.be

Historical

200

Europe

www.senghor.be

Cultural & Sport

120

Jette

www.essegem.be

Cultural & Sport

120

Evere

www.everna.be

Cultural & Sport

130

Forest/Vorst

www.factoryforty.be

Misc. and contemporary

110

196

Grand-Place

www.vbo-feb.be

Conference & Exhibition

100

Grand-Place

www.all-yield.be

Historical

100

150

Rogier

www.greenbizz.brussels

Misc. and contemporary

180

Neder-Over-Heembeek

www.gcnohva.be

Cultural & Sport

FEB - Federation of Enterprises in Belgium Galerie Ravenstein Green Bizz ★

GC Nohva Hard Rock Cafe

126

Grand-Place

www.hardrock.com/cafes/brussels/

Historical

Hergé Museum ❖

100

200

Louvain-La-Neuve

www.museeherge.com

Contemporary Museum

Hof Ter Musschen

160

220

Woluwe

www.hoftermusschen.be

Historical

Jazz Station

120

Europe

www.jazzstation.be

Misc. and contemporary

100

Grand-Place

www.mjb-jmb.org

Historical

250

Molenbeek

www.culture1080cultuur.be

Historical

100

Europe

www.l42.be

Conference & Exhibition

120

180

Rogier

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

Cultural & Sport

150

Etterbeek

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

Misc. and contemporary

140

120

Uccle/Ukkel

www.lafermerose.be

Cultural & Sport

100

Evere

www.evere.be/content/la-fermette

Historical

Molenbeek

www.lafonderie.be

Historical

200

Woluwe

www.woluwe1200.be

Cultural & Sport

Jewish Museum of Belgium

Karreveld Castle

L42 Business Center & Workspaces La Bellone Cultural Centre

La Chaufferie La Ferme Rose

La Fermette

La Fonderie

La Rotonde of the Woluwe Football Stadium

Maison des Brasseurs (La)

100

Grand-Place

www.maison-des-brasseurs.be

Historical

Maison Grand-Place ★

150

160

Grand-Place

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

Historical

venues

CIVA (Architecture Centre)

DISTRICT

■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ green key | ■ eco-dynamic company */**/*** | ■ EMAS | ❖ outside Brussels region | ★ Brussels Special Venues

VENUE BETWEEN 100 AND 250

VENUE BETWEEN 100 AND 250 Maison Notre-Dame du Chant d'Oiseau

200

Woluwe

www.chant-oiseau.be

Misc. and contemporary

120

Anderlecht

www.museemedecine.be

Historical

MIMA-Millenium Iconoclast Museum of Art

130

Canal/North Station

www.mimamuseum.eu

Historical

MOOF - Museum of Original Figurines

150

Grand-Place

www.moof-museum.be

Historical

Musée de la Porte de Hal

100

Midi

www.kmkg-mrah.be

Historical

Museum of Natural Sciences ★

200

Europe

www.sciencesnaturelles.be

Historical

100

200

Grand-Place

www.kmkg-mrah.be

Historical

Nekkersdal

120

150

Laken/Laeken

www.nekkersdal.be

Cultural & Sport

Nemo33 Diving Center

120

150

Forest/Vorst

www.nemo33.com

Misc. and contemporary

140

Woluwe

www.opweule.be

Cultural & Sport

140

Heysel/Heizel

www.planetarium.be

Cultural & Sport

Planetarium

Poséidon Sport Centre

Pure Liner ❖ Quartier Papier ❖ ★

n ***

Woluwe

www.rbp.be

Cultural & Sport

200

180

Canal (boat)

www.pure-liner.be

Misc. and contemporary

170

150

Airport

www.quartierpapier.be

Misc. and contemporary

100

Midi

www.recyclart.be

Misc. and contemporary

150

Europe

www.residencepalace.be

Conference & Exhibition

150

St-Gilles/St-Gillis

www.stgilles.irisnet.be

Historical

Recyclart

theatre style

venues

Residence Palace ★

banquet style |

PAGE

Op-Weule

eco labels |

TYPE OF VENUE

Musical Instruments Museum (MIM)

accessibility |

WEB SITE

Medecine Museum

number of rooms |

DISTRICT

Saint-Gilles/Sint-Gillis Town Hall Science 14 Atrium

100

Europe

www.science14.com

Misc. and contemporary

Scotland Europa

130

Europe

www.scotlandeuropa.com

Conference & Exhibition

Solvay Library - Edificio ★

160

180

Europe

www.edificio.be

Historical

Spirito Brussels

170

100

Ixelles/Elsene

www.spiritobrussels.com

Misc. and contemporary

Stepman House

100

Jette

www.koekelberg.be

Cultural & Sport

Ten Weyngaert

150

230

Forest/Vorst

www.tenweyngaert.be

Cultural & Sport

Théâtre Marni

240

Ixelles/Elsene

www.theatremarni.com

Theatre, Concert

200

Rogier

www.theinternationalauditorium.be

Conference & Exhibition

110

Grand-Place

www.themusicvillage.com

Theatre, Concert

100

Rogier

www.museedujouet.eu

Historical

130

Evere

www.transformabxl.be

Conference & Exhibition

The International Auditorium

The Music Village Toy Museum Transforma BXL ★

Tricoterie (La) ★

200

300

Saint-Gilles/Sint-Gillis

www.tricoterie.be

Theatre, Concert

University Foundation

150

140

Europe

www.universityfoundation.be

Conference & Exhibition

Villa Empain - Boghossian Foundation

300

120

Louise

www.villaempain.com

Historical

VillAttitude

100

Uccle/Ukkel

www.villattitude.be

Misc. and contemporary

West Midlands in Europe

120

Etterbeek

www.greaterbirmingham.eu

Conference & Exhibition

WEB SITE

TYPE OF VENUE

PAGE

Grand-Place

https://www.becentral.org/

Conference & Exhibition

Evere

www.moulindevere.be

Historical

Carrérond

Europe

www.centrecarrerond.be

Misc. and contemporary

Cauchie House

Europe

www.cauchie.be

Historical

Grand-Place

www.centrale.brussels

Misc. and contemporary

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.clockarium.com

Historical

Grand-Place

www.co-station.com

Conference & Exhibition

Louise

www.gcelzenhof.be

Cultural & Sport

Louise

www.events-at-horta.be

Historical

St-Gilles/St-Gillis

www.hortamuseum.be

Historical

Brussels Museum of Mill & Food

Centrale for Contemporary Art Clockarium Museum

Co.Station Elzenhof

Hotel Max Hallet

Horta Museum

Hotel Solvay

ICAB Business & Technology Incubator

La Cour

Loft Boat

Louise

www.hotelsolvay.be

Historical

Etterbeek

www.icab-brussel.be

Misc. and contemporary

Ixelles/Elsene

www.barlacour.be

Historical

Canal/North Station

www.theloftboat.be

Misc. and contemporary

Woluwe

www.frwoluwe1200.be

Historical

Grand-Place

www.muntpunt.be

Misc. and contemporary

Philanthropy House

Grand-Place

Misc. and contemporary

Regus Park Atrium

Grand-Place

www.regus.com

Conference & Exhibition

Regus Schuman

Europe

www.regus.com

Conference & Exhibition

Louise

www.regus.be

Conference & Exhibition

Auderghem/Oudergem

www.csfds.be

Cultural & Sport

Malou Castle Muntpunt

Regus Stéphanie Square Sports Centre of the Foret de Soignes

Sticky Dot

St-Gilles/St-Gillis

www.stickydot.eu

Conference & Exhibition

Taverne du Passage

Grand-Place

www.atgp.be

Misc. and contemporary

The Autrique House

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.autrique.be

Historical

The Manufacture’s Loft

Grand-Place

www.lamanufacture.be/loft

Misc. and contemporary

The Renewable Energy House

Europe

www.rehbrussels.eu

Misc. and contemporary

Timmermans Brewery ❖

Etterbeek

www.anthonymartin.be

Misc. and contemporary

van Buuren Museum and Gardens

Uccle/Ukkel

www.museumvanbuuren.be

Historical

Wabo

Boitsfort/Bosvoorde

www.wabo.be

Cultural & Sport

Midi

www.wiels.org

Misc. and contemporary

WIELS, Contemporary Arts Centre

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Autoworld

BOZAR

MORE THAN 1,000

Parc du Cinquantenaire 11 Jubelpark | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 736 41 65 | F: +32 2 736 51 36 info@autoworld.be www.autoworld.be

MORE THAN 1,000

Rue Ravenstein 23 Ravensteinstraat B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 507 84 45 F: +32 2 507 85 15 events@bozar.be www.bozar.be

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Within BOZAR’s magnificent Art Déco building, designed by the legendary architect Victor Horta, we are very pleased to be able to offer a variety of unique and stunning spaces and auditoriums (200-2200 seats) in which you can host your events. As a European House of Culture, BOZAR’s artistic program opens minds and builds bridges between people, places and ideas, a sure fire way to stimulate your guests to come, see and discover.

Autoworld is located in the exclusive buildings of the Parc du Cinquantenaire, one of the most beautiful locations of our architectonic heritage (built in 1880 and tells the car history from 1890 untill today). With its 250 beautifully preserved and restored cars, it is one of the most impressive collections of Europe and most probably also of the world ; this will definitely be an added value to all your events.

With new state-of-the-art technology installed in our landmark building, BOZAR’s brand new television studio offers clients and partners the ability to easily stream or record events from anywhere in the building, while making it simple to bring in outside content. Our new audio-visual technology installed in each theatre space helps make your life easier (and control technical costs). Our hi-speed WIFI, with the option to add VLAN 120 megabytes of reserved bandwidth and our BOZAR App with Digital Way finding technology enable seamless interactions with your guests. Ideally located in the historic city centre of Brussels, BOZAR is well connected by train and public transport, and easily accessible to both the centre and the European quartier.

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities

Rooms

The Blue Boulevard

6,996

650

300

800

250

Yes

Henry Le Bœuf

The Classic Lounge

2,475

230

100

250

100

Yes

Hall Horta

The Executive Room

Configuration (Nr of people)

2,200

7,535

700

10.65

400

800

550

861

The Febiac Place

2,260

210

120

200

100

Yes

Rotunda Bertouille

1,507

140

110

150

The Mahy Room

1,937

180

4.45

180

120

300

150

Yes

Horta Banquet Room

1,970

183

130 + 30

220

150

The Mezzanine

19,375

1,800

1,000

800

2,500

1,000

Yes

Reception Room

1,292

120

100

The Minerva Room

3,498

325

4.45

250

120

500

150

Yes

Dégagements HLB

13,993

1,300

1,200

The Terrasse

1,076

100

200

Studio

212

Salle M

480

Ter Arken 1 ou 2

2,153

200

120

200

130

Ter Arken 1+2+3

5,920

550

350

110

360

300

Fumoir

2,314

215

200

Mezzanine

1,292

120

100

The Oval Lounge

1,076

100

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Rooms The Mezzanine

19,375

1,800

2,8

3,30

Other facilities: cafetaria, catering service, bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, microphone, plasma screen, projection screen, fax, photocopy, fast speed internet, break-out rooms, meeting rooms, terrace, parking, cloak room, conference package, seminar package, technical assistance, hostesses, disabled facilities, security service, guided tour

Salon Royal - Royal Lounge

Other facilities: Restaurants, bar, catering service, projection screen, technical assistance, wireless internet, hostesses, cloak room, disabled facilities, security system, parking, guided tours and a Book shop.

venues

BOZAR

Autoworld offers you a magnificent infrastructure of more than 2,500 m2 to host your events, meetings and parties, the ideal combination of an unique setting, situated in the heart of Brussels.

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AUTOWORLD

BRUSSELS EXPO BRUSSELSKART KART EXPO

MORE THAN 1,000

Wild Gallery

MORE THAN 1,000

A.A.Gossetlaan B-1702 Groot Gossetlaan11 11|| B-1702 Groot Bijgaarden Bijgaarden T:T:+32 F: +32 +32 2 2 467 467 29 28 02 08 +3222467 46728 2800 00|| F: mail@brusselskartexpo.be • www.brusselskartexpo.be mail@brusselskartexpo.be www.brusselskartexpo.be

Rue du Charroi 11 Gerijstraat | B-1190 Brussels T: +32 2 344 41 55 info@wildgallery.be www.wildgallery.be ●

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WILD GALLERY

AtAtWest ofof Brussels, wewe offer you one unique Event && Expo Center. Your West Brussels, offer you one unique Event Expo Center. Event, Meeting & Sky partner. Our Expo typical industrial loft– Your Event, Meeting & Sky partner. Ourhalls, Expoin halls, in typical industrial style are perfectly located, at the Brussels’ Ring and the highway E40 loft–style are perfectly located, at theaBrussels’ Ringarea and the highway Ostend–Brussels. In combination with large parking up to 2,500 E40 Ostend–Brussels. combination with next a large to 2,500 cars, cars, we are the idealInhost venue for your Fairparking & Tradearea Fair,up Company Event andthe even Congress. We offer you Expo halls&from 3,000 till 8,825Event we are ideal host venue for your next Fair Trade Fair,m² Company m². Aseven ExpoCongress. organizer you free ofExpo suppliers, the catering. and We are offer you halls also fromfor 3,000 m² till 8,825 m².

Built in 1902, this spacious, post-industrial building was originally the headquarter of “Diamant Boart”. The modular space, some 2,200 m², pure white and with a gallery feel, for over 8 years the Wild Gallery is available for meetings, conferences, seminars, presentations, cocktail evenings, walking dinners, balls, cinema projections, concerts, private events… The venue in the rough “as wild as white” is like a gallery of contemporary art, where you can let your imagination run wild. The venue has selected for you a list of 12 caterers who are used to work in our event spaces.

Approximately we offer Original Business Center 5 classic As Expo organizer you our are free of suppliers, also for thewith catering. meeting rooms from 12 m2 up to you 300 m2. Also an elegant restaurant Approximately we offer our Original Business Center with 5 classic meeting with a very nice terrace offers your visitors a extra strength. Adjoining rooms from 12 m² up to you 300 m².the Also an sensational elegant restaurant a very our Business Center you’ll find also most Kartingwith track. nice have terrace your visitors a extra strength. Adjoining our Business You’ll theoffers feeling being in the Business loges of Francorchamps. Don’t worry about kart–noise, the karting area is behind very the Center you’ll findeventually also the most sensational Karting track. You’llahave special feelingwindow. being in the Business loges of Francorchamps. Don’t worry about

Moreover, the venue at street level is easily accessible for vehicles. You could for example think about a car launch inside! A professional team is available to make your ideas come true and to ensure the most efficient use of the available space.

We can host kart–noise, all type of events from area 5 up is tobehind 3,500 people. We alsowindow. offer eventually the karting a very special helicopter flights, routesfrom are available ! Departure & landing from We can host all different type of events 5 up to 3,500 people. Brussels or Waterloo.

Moreover, two parking lots are available at our meeting room. The first one is underground and has 130 places. The other one is external and has 635 places.

We also offer helicopter flights, different routes are available! Departure & landing from Brussels or Waterloo.

Map Brussels Region & Around Conference facilities

p.54

Configuration (Nr of people)

venues

Conference facilities Rooms Estoril

150

2.9

120

300

2.9

250

160

200

160

Expo Hall 1 Estoril

32,2911614 3,000 1509.05

1,080 2.9

1,080 120

1,080 70

1,080 90

Expo&Hall 1+2+3 Estoril Monza

94,991 3229 8,825 3009.05 51,666 32291 4,800 30009.05

4,567 2.9

4,567 250

4,567 160

4,567 200

160

2,600 1080 2,600 9.05

2,600 1080

1080

theatre style

94991 12 8825 2.9

Monaco

1,937

Monza

1,614

Zolder

322

Expo Hall 2 Loge

Monaco

Expo Hall 3

Monza

Exhibition facilities Zolder Expo Hall 3

Rooms

banquet style |

129

Exhibition Expo Hall 1facilities

51666 129

1937

8,880

1614

180

150

4800

30 825

12 180 150

2.9 2.8 4.6

9.05 -

45678

4567-

4567

9.05

2600

2.9

130

887

130

120 25

887

70 16

887

2.9

120

322

2.8

8880

825

4.6

887

90 -

887

16 Access -doors 887

887

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

1,614 3,229

Loge Expo Hall 1 + 2 + 3

Access doors 4.30

Unit 01

4,090

380

500

350

660

350

on demand

Unit 02

2,583

240

250

200

420

200

on demand

Unit 03

3,121

290

300

200

500

200

on demand

Unit 04

6,781

630

500

350

800

450

on demand

Unit 05

1,044

100

on demand

Unit 01 + 02

6,673

620

800

500

800

580

on demand

Unit 02 + 03

5,704

530

600

450

on demand

Unit 01 + 02 + 03

9,795

910

1,100

on demand

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Rooms Unit 01

4,090

380

2.98

2.58

Unit 02

2,583

240

2.98

2.58

32,291

3,000

9.05

6.67

94,991

8,825

9.05

6.67

4.30

Unit 03

3,121

290

2.98

2.58

Expo Hall 2 Rooms

51,666

4,800

9.05

6.67

4.30

Unit 04

6,781

630

2.98

2.58

Expo Hall Expo Hall 1 3

8,880 32291

Unit 05

1,044

1.62

2.00

Expo Hall 1 + 2 + 3

825

3000

4.6

9.05

6.674.30

4.30

Expo Hall 1 + 2 + 3

94991

8825

9.05

6.67

4.30

Expo Hall 2

51666

4800

9.05

6.67

4.30

Expo Hall 3

8880

825

4.6

4.30

Other facilities: cafetaria, restaurant, meeting rooms, garden, terrace, large parking

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Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Estoril & Monza Rooms

Expo Hall Expo Hall 1 2

MORE THAN 1,000

Other facilities: projection screen, slide projector, overhead projector, video, microphone, video conference, wireless internet, beamer, white boards, meeting rooms, security service, disabled facilities, hostesses, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloakroom, lounge, parking, private parking

your event, meeting & sky partner At West of Brussels, we offer you one unique venue Target : ›

Fairs and Trade Fairs

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Events - Company - Public - Sport

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Product launches

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Congresses

Expo Halls : ›

Expo 1 - 3000 m₂

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Expo 2 - 4800 m₂

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Expo 3 - 825 m₂

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Expo 4 - 4500 m₂ - Kart Hall

together up to 8825m2

Our Strengths : ›

Expo Halls (naked floor)

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Event & Meeting Center (12m₂ to 300m₂)

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Large parking 2500 cars

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Karting★★★ as incentive

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Perfectly located!

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Ring Brussels & E40 Ostend-Brussels Exit Brussels Koekelberg

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Free of suppliers

A. Gossetlaan, 11 - 1702 Groot-Biigaarden - tel: + 32 2 467 28 00 - fax: + 32 2 467 28 08 mail@br usselskar texpo.be - www.br usselskar texpo.be

DOCKS DOME

SQUARE – BRUSSELS CONVENTION CENTRE MORE THAN 1,000

MORE THAN 1,000

Boulevard Lambermont 1 Lambermontlaan B-1000 Brussels T: +32 486 43 43 32 info@docksdome.be www.docksdome.be

Rue Ravenstein 2 Ravensteinstraat B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 515 13 00 info@square-brussels.com www.square-brussels.com

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DOCKS DOME

LE PALAIS DES CONGRÈS DE BRUXELLES

Located on the roof of the shopping district Docks Bruxsel, the exceptional venue completely revolutionizes the approach of events. Its atmosphere is favorable to moments of fun and conviviality. This building distinguishes itself from others by its unique style and innovative design, which makes it one of the most attractive event spaces on the market today.

Built in 1958 for the Brussels Worlds’ Fair, SQUARE-BRUSSELS MEETING CENTRE, was completely refurbished in 2009. The historical legacies, among which original frescos painted by Paul Delvaux, René Magritte and Louis Van Lint, and the newest technological equipment sit side by side in perfect harmony in this modern and inspiring venue able to host up to more than 6,000 participants. Brussels’ Convention Centre is situated in the historical and cultural heart of the capital. Next to the European headquaters and embedded in a neighbourhood consortium dedicated to Meeting Industry activities including 10,000 quality hotel rooms, Brussels International train station (high-speed lines to main European capitals/ 17 min from the International Airport: 200 flight connections), 11 museums, antique shops, avant-garde boutiques and parks, SQUARE is simply the best place to organise your event. With 60 years of operation, SQUARE key asset is its team: a balance mix of seasoned professionals and youthful creative talents. Caring and multilingual, these experts aim for excellence so that every event becomes a unique experience.

With its 3000m² of surface with 3 modular zones (a, b, c) and its capacity to accommodate from 150 till 1400 people, Docks Dome is perfect for meetings, seminars, conferences, presentations, cocktail evenings, walking dinners, balls, projections, concerts, private events, … Resolutely modern, the space surrounded by a zinc envelope offers incredible natural lighting provided by its large bay windows. Its terraces, bordered by a lattice, offer a breathtaking view of Brussels. Inside, the walls are covered with beautiful night blue hangings, and the space can be adjusted in two or three parts according to the configuration chosen for the event. The venue has selected for you a list of caterers who are used to work in our event spaces. On the banks of the canal near Pont Van Praet, Docks Dome is ideally situated and accessible by all kinds of transports: by train, tram, bus, bike, car and by foot.

theatre style

Rooms Gold Hall Auditorium

10,764

1,000

1,200

Copper Hall Auditorium

4,844

450

500

An underground public parking of 1700 places is also available.

Silver Hall Auditorium

3,552

330

3.5

300

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

banquet style |

Configuration (Nr of people)

Always present and available to help you, a team of professionals will guide you in the realization of your ideas and will give you advices when planning the space.

Conference facilities

Zone A

4,112

382

350

520

200

on demand

Zone B

2,077

193

280

100

on demand

Zone C

4,112

382

350

560

250

on demand

Zone A+B

6,189

575

650

800

300

on demand

Zone B+C

6,189

575

650

840

350

on demand

Zone A+B+C

10,301

957

1,000

1,400

700

on demand

Zone A+C

8,234

765

750

1,080

450

on demand

Front terrace

8,126

755

1,000

on demand

Back terrace

8,772

815

1,000

on demand

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Rooms

Arc Auditorium

2,659

247

140

Panoramic Hall

5,931

551

216

Hall 400

4,090

380

2.8

252

220

252

230

Hall 300

1,378

128

100

105

Hall 100

6,211

577

2.6

250

200

500

320

807

2.5

Studio (25) Grand Hall 1

18,439

1,713

5.5

1,200

1,100

Grand Hall 2

20,990

1,950

5.5

1,260

Foyers Delvaux/Magritte/Silver

14,370

1,335

1,200

400

Registration Hall

3,638

338

500

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Rooms Grand Hall 1

18,439

1,713

5.5

6.7

2.3

Grand Hall 2

20,990

1,950

5.5

6.7

2.3

Grand Hall 1+2

39,428

3,663

5.5

6.7

2.3

Zone A

4,112

382

2.40

2.50

Panoramic Hall

5,931

551

Zone B

2,077

193

2.40

2.50

Hall 400

4,090

380

2.8

Zone C

4,112

382

2.40

2.50

Hall 100

5,447

506

2.6

Foyers Delvaux/Magritte/Silver

14,370

1,335

Other facilities: Projection screen, slide projector, overhead projector, video, microphone, video conference, wireless internet, beamer, meeting rooms, security service, disabled facilities, hostesses, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloakroom, lounge, parking, direct access for cars to the room through the freight elevator.

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Conference facilities

Other facilities: restaurant, bar, catering service, white board, flip chart, microphone, projection screen, slide projector, overhead projector, LCD projector, beamer, camdoc projection, plasma screen, video, fast speed internet, Wi-Fi, photocopy, printers, fax, ip phone, telephone conference, video conference, translation cabins, live streaming, cable tv, closed circuit tv, break-out rooms, meeting rooms, terrace, garden, security service, disabled facilities, hostesses, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloak room, parking, air conditioning, parking of 714 places, 15 places for disabled person and 3 terminals for eletrical vehicles, underneath the SQUARE, 7,000 hotel rooms within 5 minutes walking distance.

L’Arsenal

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000

Royal Museums of Art and History

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000

Art and History Museum

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000

Parc du Cinquantenaire 10 Jubelpark | B-1000 Brussels Cinquantenaire 10 Jubelpark | B-1000 Brussels T:Parc +32du 2 741 72 00 | F: +32 2 741 72 07 T: +32 2 741 72 00 | F:• +32 2 741 72 07 info@kmkg-mrah.be www.kmkg-mrah.be info@kmkg-mrah.be www.kmkg-mrah.be

Boulevard Louis Schmidt 1 Louis Schmidtlaan | B-1040 Brussels T: +32 2 359 92 40 | brussels@chou.be www.chouxdebruxelles.be ●

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Museums of Arts and History canthan offertheir much more than TheThe Art Royal and History Museum can offer much more important art–historical collections. The Art and History Museum surrounded by of Arts their important art–historical collections. The Royal Museums the marvellous Parc du Cinquantenaire, the Chinese Pavilion and the and History surrounded by the marvellous Parc du Cinquantenaire, the Japanese Tower situated in the garden of the Royal Palace at Laeken and and the situated the garden of the theChinese Halle GatePavilion (Porte de Hal) in Japanese the ancient Tower heart of Brusselsinare unique venues to organize private evenings, receptions, gala dinners, Royal Palace at Laeken and the Halle Gate (Porte depress Hal) conin the ancient ferences, andare other events.venues It is also to private let your guests heart colloquia of Brussels unique topossible organize evenings, enjoy the splendor of the art treasures by combining the event with a visit receptions, dinners, press conferences, colloquia and other of the Museum orgala an exhibition.

Want to organize your event in a surprising place? In a venue which can accommodate vehicles and XXL decorations but also be transformed into intimist place? Glass roof and contemporary design, discover this high military place dating from last century whose dimensions will meet all your desires. Respectfully renovated of the original style, the Arsenal combines authenticity and multiple facilities to engrave your event in the memories. Want to multiply the atmospheres ? This room coupled with La Chaufferie will make your event unique.

events. It is also possible to let your guests enjoy the splendor of the art treasures by combining the event with a visit of the Museum.

Capacity for dinners : up to 600 guests (i.e. The Grand Narthex Hall).

Capacity for receptions : up to 900 guests (i.e. the Cloister, an attractive cloister gardenfor surrounded neogothic building Capacity dinners: by upato 600 guests (i.e.containing The Grandmediaeval Narthex Hall with stone sculpture stained glass windows). some of theand famous Brussels tapestries). Capacity for conferences : up to 236 guests (i.e. modern auditorium).

Capacity for receptions: up to 900 guests (i.e. the Cloister, an attractive cloister garden surrounded by a neogothic building containing mediaeval stone sculpture and stained glass windows).

Map Europe district Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

807

Zone A

3,767

350

400

600

350

Zone B

1,830

170

180

300

170

Zone C

1,507

140

150

160

All

7,104

660

600

800

680

Exhibition facilities

Apamée Hall Antiquity Rooms

Auditorium Apamée Hall & Foyer

Configuration (Nr of people)

660

Other facilities: catering service, bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, printers, video conference, telephone conference, microphone, plasma screen, closed circuit tv, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, camdoc projection, ip phone, fax, photocopy, fast speed internet, cable tv, break-out rooms, electronic key, car rental

500

450

2,055

191

5.5

2,610 6135 242,5 286

Colonnade

6,027

Grand Narthex Hall

8,374

Council room

1,313

Auditorium & Foyer Colonnade Petit Narthex

570

3,078

Grand Narthex Hall Rotunda

7,534

Configuration (Nr of people) 6,135

Cloister

Antiquity Cloister

Access doors

Rooms Areas A+B+C

Capacity for conferences: up to 236 guests (i.e. modern auditorium).

Conference facilities Rooms

Rooms Hall

Council room Exhibition facilities Petit Narthex Rotunda Rooms Cour Carrée / Patio

Exhibition facilities

1,463

5707

236 12

236-

236 500

2055

191

5.5

2610

242.5

3078

286

6027136

5606

10.5 -

1313

122

5.4

1463

136

1291

120

2.8

560 778

122

1,291 8374120

18,298

10.5

150 -

- 500

100

- 450

400

300

900

600

5.4

778 2.8

150

236

142

18 40

1,700

- -

236 150 -

900 80

236

150

400

90900

100 300

- 600

40 Access doors 142 -

90 -

Access doors

Other facilities: catering service, restaurant, lift, projection screen, garden, parking, cloak room, guided tourpackage, seminar package, security service

Rooms Cour Carrée

18298

1700

Other facilities: catering service, restaurant, lift, projection screen, garden, parking, cloak room, guided tourpackage, seminar package, security service

venues

Conference facilities

Brussels44Center Brussels44Center

Edificio - Concert Noble

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000 BETWEEN 500 AND 1.000

Boulevard BoulevardPachéco Pachéco 44 44 Pachecolaan Pachecolaan | |B-1000 B-1000Brussels Brussels +3222222 222 84 84 99 99 T:T:+32 info@b44c.com www.b44c.com • www.b44c.com info@b44c.com

BETWEEN 500 AND 1.000

Rue d’Arlon 84 Aarlenstraat | B-1040 Brussels T: +32 2 738 75 96 | F: +32 2 736 29 85 venues@edificio.be www.edificio.be

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Map Rogier district

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities Rooms Auditorium

Rooms Foyer

Auditorium Jacques Brel Foyer Maeterlink

Configuration (Nr of people) -

3,875

360

768 -

400

250 --

Yes

150

400 120

250 -

768 -

Configuration (Nr of people)

Yes

- 1,776 3875165 - -

156

768 156

360 -

150

156 150

156 -

120

Yes-

1776 47

165 -

150 20

150 -

Concert Noble is located in the heart of the European district. Imagine those balls choreographed with elegance and fluidity under an enormous chandelier, with their chassé-croisé dances and swirling waltzes. In tandem with those sumptuous balls, Concert Noble also hosted concerts, recitals and theatrical pieces. The King Leopold II assigned the mission to architect Henri Beyaert, who expressed all his great architectural talent. He created a suite of rooms arranged in a crescendo concept – larger and brighter the further you enter, up to an apotheosis: the impressive 400m2 Ballroom with its 15m high ceilings. The Concert Noble opened its doors with pomp in 1873. Concert Noble was the centre of culture and fashionable life. Amongst its guests were King Baudouin, the Shah of Iran, Lord Mountbatten, Monseigneur Forni and the Dalai-Lama. A venue dedicated to very special meetings! Concert Noble hosts receptions for up to 750 guests and seated dinners for up to 550 in the magestic rooms and Ballroom. Specialised in the operation and preservation of historical heritage buildings, Edificio enables you to create unique events in prestigious venues. Let our team guide you through the whole process. Specialised, reactive and closely-knit, our multilingual team will build your event with you – the way you want it – with advice, floral decoration, a variety of catering concepts, sound systems, entertainment and branding. Your Event Coordinator will work closely with you, from the first contact until your last guest has left.

Conference facilities

Rooms 538

on demand

Ballroom

4,305

400

450

180

600

420

on demand

Banqueting Room

1,937

180

200

150

120 -

Card room

484

on demand

6,242

580

630

260

750

550

on demand

Maeterlink Rops

505

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150

120

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344

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Jacques Minne Brel

Located in in the inPassage Passage44, 44, Brussels44Center offers Located theheart heartofofBrussels, Brussels, in thethe Brussels44Center offers you a you a choice of 9 venues of different dimensions ensuring that your event – be choice of 9 venues of different dimensions ensuring that your event – be it a conference, it a conference, congress, show, gala, or whatever – will be held under optimal congress, show, gala, or whatever – will be held under optimal conditions. The Auditorium conditions. The Auditorium has 768 seated places and a lobby that can hold up has 768 places a lobby that canseated hold upplaces to 400.whereas The Jacques Brel venue has to 400. Theseated Jacques Breland venue has 156 Maeterlinck, 156 seated whereas Maeterlinck, door, canor actseminar. as a reception area for a right next door,places can act as a reception arearight for anext conference conference or seminar. In addition to these venues, you can also rent the rooms of our Studio, a In addition to can ideal also rent rooms of our Studio, aseminars, combination of combination of these five venues, small you rooms forthe ancillary meetings, five smalletc. rooms ancillary meetings, seminars, five rooms (for workshops, Theideal five for rooms (for 12 to 50 persons) areworkshops, accessibleetc. viaThe a private entrance in persons) Passageare 44,accessible with its very reception area. original 12 to 50 viaown a private entrance inThe Passage 44, layout with itscan very own be changed cater up to layout 150 persons) and screens, beamers flipcharts reception(to area. Thefor original can be changed (to cater for up and to 150 persons) and be made available at additional cost. screens, beamers and flipcharts be made available at additional cost. All rooms areare fitted forfor Wi-Fi. All rooms fitted Wi-Fi. For mega-events, all venues can be jointly hired and Passage 44 be decorated For mega-events, all venues can be jointly hired and Passage 44 be decorated in the in the event colours. event colours. With respect to access, the Brussels44Center is ideally located : underground public With(Parking respect to access, Brussels44Center ideally locatedmetro : underground public parking 44), trams,the buses and the Rogier is and Botanique stations less (Parking 44),the trams, buses and the station Rogier and Botanique metro to stations less than thanparking 200 metres away, Congress railway (open from Monday Friday) 20050 metres away, Congress railwaystations station less (open froma Monday to Friday) only 50 at only metres, thethe North and Central than 10-minutes’ walk, at Villo metres, the North and Central stations less than a 10-minutes’ walk, Villo bicycle pick-up bicycle pick-up points and Cambio cars (car-sharing) at 200 metres. points and Cambio cars (car-sharing) at 200 metres.

Antichamber

Ballroom + Banqueting Room

Other facilities: concept development, creativity, catering services, audiovisual material, video-mapping, interpretation, branding, entertainment, live streaming (fiber optics), decoration, flowers, hostesses, technical assistance, garden, terrace, meeting rooms...

Flagey

Grand Casino Brussels - Viage

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000 Place Sainte-Croix Heilig-Kruisplein | B-1050 Brussels T: +32 2 641 10 10 | F: +32 2 641 10 11 info@flagey.be www.flagey.be

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000

Boulevard Anspach 30 Anspachlaan | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 300 01 00 | F: +32 2 300 01 10 event@viage.be • www.viage.be

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GRAND CASINO BRUSSELS – VIAGE

Flagey is a ship-shaped art deco building designed by architect Joseph Diongre in 1938 for the Belgian Radio Broadcasting Institute. Its conception took into account the stringent technical and acoustic requirements of the period and gained international recognition and attracted prominent musicians for concerts, festivals and recording sessions.

Are you looking for an exclusive and unique location for your corporate event, party or reception ? A place your guests will be bragging about for a long time ? Do not hesitate and plan your event in this extraordinary venue. Looking for something really extraordinary ? Think out of the box ! Offer your guests a true casino experience by hosting your event in the gaming area where they are spoilt with real croupiers and live gaming.

In addition to the two beautiful concert halls and the cinema hall, this exceptional building offers many reception area of different sizes, with a charming view on the ponds of Ixelles, as well as state-of the-art technical equipment for all kinds of events. On top of its cultural activities Flagey also opens its halls to offer its services to private users and companies wanting to organize events: private concerts, conferences, congresses, film projections, receptions, gala dinners…. and many other configurations.

Featuring 400 slot machines, 39 table games and a poker room hosting up to 100 players, this is the largest casino in Belgium. The Viage complex also includes several bars, a restaurant and a theatre.

This fashionable cultural place in the centre of Brussels gives a special atmosphere to all occasions. Thanks to qualified staff totally devoted to the organization of these events, Flagey guarantees a successful, first class, convivial moment. Discover the huge number of possibilities and make the event you dream of come true. Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities

Rooms

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

Studio 1

3,229

300

156

on demand

Viage Theatre

9,688

900

850

250

861

on demand

Havana Boulevard

2,422

225

200

100

Studio 4

9,472

880

864

on demand

Mistique Suite

1,400

130

100

Studio 5

1,614

150

121

on demand

Sports Bar

1,292

120

200

100

Foyer 1

2,368

220

120

300

150

on demand

Foyer 2

1,076

100

150

on demand

Foyer 3

Studio 2 or 3

1,829

170

200

130

on demand

Salon Diongre

538

on demand

Foyer VIP

753

100

on demand

Exhibition facilities

Resto Viage Other facilities: Terrace, casino

Access doors

Rooms Entrance hall

4,305

400

Foyer 1

2,368

220

Foyer 2

1,076

100

1,829

170

2,152

200

Salon Diongre

538

VIP

753

Foyer 3 Landing 1 floor st

650

100

venues

FLAGEY

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MEETING

COCKTAIL

GALA DINNER

The Green Key

Bd Adolphe Maxlaan, 118-126 B - 1000 Brussels

T. +32 (0)2 278 01 00

www.leplaza.be reservations@leplaza.be

Wolubilis Théâtre Le Plaza

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000

Wolubilis Cours Paul-Henri Spaak 1 Paul-Henri Spaak Promenade

BETWEEN 500 AND 1,000 | B-1200 Brussels T: +32 2 761 60 31 | F: +32 2 761 60 39 Cours Paul-Henri Spaak 1 Paul-Henri Spaak Promenade | B-1200 Brussels c.beaumont@woluwe1200.be • www.wolubilis.be

Boulevard A. Max 118 - 126 A. Maxlaan | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 278 01 00 | F: +32 2 278 01 01 groups.events@leplaza.be www.leplaza-brussels.be

T: +32 2 761 60 14 | F: +32 2 761 60 39 l.fievet@wolubilis.be www.wolubilis.be ●

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WOLUBILIS: TREAT YOURSELF TO A PLACE

WOLUBILIS TREATYOUR YOURSELF TO A PLACE FIT TO FIT TO :HOST EVENTS. HOST YOUR EVENTS.

THÉÂTRE LE PLAZA Hotel Le Plaza can welcome every kind of event, from 2 to 800 persons, thanks to 9 conference rooms and the Theatre. This old movie theatre built in the 30s in an arabo–hispanic style represents the perfect place for your meetings, dinners, shows and large events. It is a completely adaptable conference room and its majestic volume will make you travel in the 30’s and will transform your event in an unforgettable experience.

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Located on the Boulevard de la Woluwe, one of the main entrance points

Located on the Boulevard de la Woluwe, one of the main entrance points of of the commune andmost oneused of the most used major trunk roads, linked the commune and one of the major trunk roads, linked directly to the ring road and right next to the airport Wolubilis is bordered theWolubilis directly to the ring road and right–next to the airport –bythe Woluwe Shopping Center, the UCL campus, car parks and a metro station. site is bordered by the Woluwe Shopping Center, the UCL campus, car This ideal location east of Brussels is an exceptional pole of attraction for and a metro station. This ideal location east of Brussels is an culturalparks and business events.

All our meeting rooms propose technical and advanced equipment.

exceptional pole of attraction fortheatre culturalareand business events. The state–of–the–art facilities of Wolubilis ideal for hosting business events like press conferences, seminars, concerts, The state–of–the–art facilitiessymposiums, of the Wolubilis theatre are ideal for advertising presentations, cocktail parties, corporate events… The hall hosting business events press conferences, symposiums, seminars, and infrastructure of the theatre onlike three stories offer all the comfort and concerts, advertising presentations, cocktail parties, events… pleasures to be expected from an ultra–modern conference centre. Acorporate visit can The be arranged and we detailed onoffer all the hall andbeforehand infrastructure of can the provide theatreaon three quote stories request.

Moreover, a professional and devoted staff will follow every detail from the preparation and during your event to ensure its success. More services : Concierge, Business centre, Fitness centre, 24h-room service and laundry service, Free Wi-Fi.

Conference facilities

Map Brussels Region & Around Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

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Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms Conference facilities

Rooms

Configuration (Nr of people)

The Plaza Theater

4,972

462

9.5

700

350

700

450

on demand

Level 0

1,937

180

3.3

250

on demand

Adolphe Max (A)

2,368

220

4.6

200

130

250

180

on demand

1,453

135

3.3

100

on demand

Versailles (B)

1,248

116

100

120

on demand

Level 1 Rooms Level 2

1,937

180

3.3

120

on demand

Gallery (C)

3,014

280

4.6

250

on demand

Théâtre

7,534

1937 700

500

on demand

Esterel (D)

1,938

180

150

on demand

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Rooms A+C

5,382

500

4.6

A+C+D

7,320

680

A+B+C+D

8,568

796

A+B+D

5,554

516

A+D

4,305

400

B+D

1,938

180

Level 0 Level 1

1453

180

135

3.3 3.3

120 500

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comfort and pleasures to be expected from an ultra–modern conference centre. A visit can be arranged beforehand and we can provide a detailed quote on request.

250

- on demand

180

120 on demand

Other facilities: catering service, bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, beamer, lcd 180 projector, wireless printers, translation cabins, Level 2 1937 3.3 internet, 120 120 250micro- 120 on demand phone, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, camdoc projection, ip phone, fax, photocopy, fast speed internet, cable tv, break-

Théâtre 7534 500 package, 500 out rooms, meeting rooms, garden, terrace, private parking, parking, lounge, cloak room700 conference package, seminar technical assistance, hostesses

- on demand

Other facilities: catering service, bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, printers, translation cabins, microphone, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, camdoc projection, ip phone, fax, photocopy, fast speed internet, cable tv, break-out rooms, meeting rooms, garden, terrace, private parking, parking, lounge, cloak room conference package, seminar package, technical assistance, hostesses

Other facilities: restaurant, catering service, cable tv, photocopy, fast speed internet, fax, projection screen, slide projector, overhead projector, plasma screen, microphone, printers, wireless internet, lcd projector, beamer, white boards, flip charts, fitness centre, in-room safe, meeting rooms, electronic key, break-out rooms, security service, hostesses, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloak room, lounge, parking, private parking, air conditioning

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ATOMIUM [THE SYMBOL OF BRUSSELS]

YOUR EVENT BETWEEN ART & DESIGN — WWW.ADAMUSEUM.BE

+ ADAM [BRUSSELS DESIGN MUSEUM]

1 LOCATION [HEYSEL SITE] FOR 2 INSTITUTIONS WITH MORE THAN 3.500 M2 OF UNIQUE EVENT SPACE FOR LIMITLESS EVENT CONCEPTS CONTACT > Levy Hidalgo Martinez : levy.hidalgo.martinez@atomium.be / +32[0]2 475 47 72 + Beverley Glineur : beverley.glineur@atomium.be / +32 [0]2 475 47 75

ADAM- Brussels Design Museum

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

Atomium Place de L’Atomium, 1 | B-1020 Brussels T: +32 2 475 47 72 | F: +32 2 475 47 79 levy.hidalgo.martinez@atomium.be www.atomium.be

Place de Belgique 1 Belgiëplein B-1020 Brussels T: +32 2 475 47 7O M: +32 472 74 32 44 beverley.glineur@adamuseum.be www.adamuseum.be

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Event = art of communication.

Daring Atomium Unavoidable icon of Brussels and Belgium • international reputation • unique creation in the history of architecture • most fascinating building of the European Capital City. Unique atmosphere Stainless steel domes held by an impressive iron structure • the most striking panorama over Brussels • access to the exhibitions featured at the Atomium. Amazing convertible spaces Meeting • seminar • conference • product launch • team building • incentive • professional – cultural – scientific event • cocktail • gala 4 main options (customized arrangement available) A lateral sphere – 200 people • a room in the central sphere – 120 people • the upper sphere (panorama) – 80 people • the entire Atomium (5 spheres including the panorama) – 800 people Equipment & Services Reception furnitures (cloakroom, back office, tables, chairs, desks) • catering (on request) • Internet • audio – video – lights (on request) • hostess (on request) • easy access • excellent value for money • guided tours (on request) • night guard

Event at the museum = smart combination of art and communication. The ADAM - Brussels Design Museum - is a space dedicated to design from the 20th and 21st centuries. The museum offers an innovative and surprising insight on plastic design from the fifties to the present (permanent exhibition / Plasticarium) and on other forms of design through other periods, expressions, materials and themes (temporary exhibitions). Give an extra dimension to your events and communications by choosing the ADAM - Brussels Design Museum, situated just a stone’s throw from the Atomium. Our offer includes an arty & creative atmosphere • amazing convertible spaces for limitless concepts • private guided tours for inspiration • combined formulas with the Atomium - the symbol of Brussels - situated at 150m of the Museum.

YOUR EVENT BETWEEN ART & DESIGN Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms 4,144

385

2,85

250

200

350

Other facilities: catering service, free Wi-Fi, guided tour, security service, disabled facilities, hostesses, parking (paying).

200

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms Entire Atomium

15,500

1,440

800

350

Prigogine (Lateral sphere)

2,152

180

150

200

160

Panorama

1,291

120

2.4

Central sphere (floor 1)

2,152

100

120

538

Waterkeyn (Central sphere / floor 2)

venues

ADAM - BRUSSELS DESIGN MUSEUM

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Auditorium 1 + 2 + 3

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

BEL (www.bel.brussels)

BETWEEN 250 AND 500 BETWEEN 250 AND 500

BEL (www.bel.brussels)

Avenue du Port 86c Havenlaan | B-1000 Brussels du Port 86c| Havenlaan | B-1000 T:Avenue +32 2 775 75 75 F: +32 2 775 76 21 Brussels vwatillon@environnement.irisnet.be • www.bel.brussels T: +32 2 775 75 75 | F: +32 2 775 76 21 bel@environnement.brussels www.bel.brussels

Maisonde del’Automobile l’Automobile Maison

BoulevarddedelalaWoluwe Woluwe46/B6 46/B6Woluwedal Woluwedal | B-1200 Brussels Boulevard | B-1200 Brussels +322 2778 77864 640000| F:| +32 F: +32 2 762 T:T:+32 2 762 81 81 71 71 info@maisondelautomobile.be • www.maisondelautomobile.be vs@febiac.be www.maisondelautomobile.be ●

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THE BRUSSELS ENVIRONMENT CONFERENCE

THE BRUSSELS ENVIRONMENT CONFERENCE CENTRE CENTRE

MAISON DE L’AUTOMOBILE MAISON DE L’AUTOMOBILE

conference centre the Brussels Environment headquarters TheThe conference centre at the at Brussels Environment headquarters hosts yourhosts events in aevents modern, energyhigh performance building, one of the your in high a modern, energy performance building, one largest in Europe !

We offer you a unique setting for all your events : meetings, seminars, conWe offer you acocktail uniqueparties. setting for all your events: meetings, seminars, ferences, business

The ‘Maison de l’Automobile’ is located midway between the Brussels The ‘Maison de l’Automobile’ is located midway between the Brussels Airport and the center of Brussels and is close to the European quarter.

- New Exclusive Centre in Brussels BELBEL - Exclusive ConferenceConference Centre in Brussels

Airport and the center of Brussels and is close to the European quarter. conferences, business cocktail parties.

We will be pleased to take over the organization of your event and help you make it abe success. makesofyour anand help We will pleasedOur to personalized take over theapproach organization yourevent event unforgettable experience. you make it a success. Our personalized approach makes your event an

of the largest in Europe!

A team of professionals assists you with expertise in environmental reA team of professionals assists you with expertise in environmental sponsibility.

responsibility.

All rooms have daylight and can be darkened. unforgettable experience.

Your event will stand out thanks to a combination of respect for the environment, social will equity and economic viability. Your event stand out thanks to a combination of respect for the

The ‘Maison dehave l’Automobile’ splendid roof–top terrace and a big All rooms daylighthas andacan be darkened. garden.

social and economic An environment, innovative, well-lit andequity welcoming space laidviability. out to encourage exchange, openness and creativity will foster your projects, meetings and An innovative, well-lit and welcoming space laid out to encourage experiences !

The ‘Maison de l’Automobile’ has a splendid roof–top terrace and a big garden.

Valérie Stas : Tel : +32 475 377 168 – vs@febiac.be

exchange, openness and creativity will foster your projects, meetings and experiences!

Map Rogier district Conference facilities

venues

Atrium Rooms

Auditorium Atrium

Map Brussels Region & Around Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities Rooms Auditorium

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

Configuration (Nr of people)

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Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities Rooms

4,951

460

415

Yes

400

250

Automotive Lounge Dashboard Rooms room

4951

460

415

400

250

Yes Excelsior Automotive Lounge Desmoiselles Dashboard roomde Liège + Miesse - Les Lounge Excelsior Lounge + Automotivede Lounge Les Desmoiselles Liège + Miesse

753

807

1044 75

97 -

60 -

3050

7030

30 90

1.097

102 753

50 -

30 -

70 -

30 50

914

85 807

-60

8030

182 1097

102

-50

15030

40 70 120 70

1.959

- - -

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1959

182

120

559

2368

220

1313

122

807

Miesse

559

Minerva

2.368

Nagant

1.313

Lounge Lounge + Automotive Lounge

theatre style

Configuration (Nr of people) 1.044

Miesse

Showroom

430

Vivinus

807

Minerva Nagant

220 122 40 75

300

110

144

130

300 144

210 100

110 54

180

150

210

100

Yes -

180

Yes

Other facilities: 1 LCD projector, 2 loudspeakers (no separate audio system), flipchart, projection screen, air conditioning, translation cabins, catering Showroom 430 40 130 service, terrace, garden, meeting rooms, wireless internet, photocopy

banquet style |

Vivinus

accessibility |

eco labels |

Other facilities: 1 LCD projector, 2 loudspeakers (no separate audio system), flipchart, projection screen, air conditioning, translation cabins, catering service, terrace, garden, meeting rooms, wireless internet, photocopy

Royal ofFine FineArts Artsof Belgium RoyalMuseums Museum of

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

Musée Magritte Museum

Place Royale 1 Koningsplein | B-1000 Place Royale 1 Koningsplein | B-1000Brussels Brussels T: +32 2 508 3234 11 12 | F: +32 2 508 32 32 T: +32 2 508 caroline.harake@musee-magritte-museum.be • www.musee-magritte-museum.be halima.el.ouardi@fine-arts-museum.be

Ruede delalaRégence Régence33Regentschapsstraat Regentschapsstraat|| B-1000 B-1000 Brussels Brussels Rue +3222508 50832 3411 12 | F: +32 2 508 32 32 T:T:+32 halima.el.ouardi@fine-arts-museum.be • www.fine-arts-museum.be caroline.harake@fine-arts-museum.be www.fine-arts-museum.be

www.musee-magritte-museum.be

MUSÉEMAGRITTE MAGRITTEMUSEUM MUSEUM MUSÉE

ROYAL ROYALMUSEUMS MUSEUMSOF OFFINE FINEARTS ARTSOF BELGIUM

The Museum is the world world centrecentre of knowledge on TheMusée MuséeMagritte Magritte Museum is leading the leading of knowledge the artist. on the artist.

The Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium comprise the Old Masters The Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium comprise the Old Masters Museum, the Musée Fin–de–siècle Museum and the Musée Magritte Museum, the Musée Fin–de–siècle Museum and the Musée Magritte Museum.

dedicated to Renéthe Magritte more than 200 works are onprivate display there. It offers enterprises possibility to organize, in the evening, visits to the permanent collections followed by a cocktail, a walking dinner It offers enterprises the possibility to organize, in the evening, private or seated dinner. visits to the permanent collections followed by a cocktail, a walking

Smaller groups are also welcome for a private visit after the opening dinnerwith or seated dinner. hours, or without any catering on site!

Smaller groups also welcome for a private visit afterMuseum the opening collections, theare temporary exhibitions or the Magritte followed hours, with or without any catering on site!

by a cocktail or a walking dinner.

Smaller groups are please also welcome For more information, contact : for a private visit after the opening halima.el.ouardi@fine–arts.museum.be hours, with or without any catering on site!

For more information, please contact : Smaller groups are also welcome for a private visit after the opening halima.el.ouardi@fine–arts.museum.be

hours, with or without any catering on site!

For more information, please contact: caroline.harake@musee–magritte–museum.be

For more information, please contact: caroline.harake@fine–arts.museum.be

Conference Rooms facilities Auditorium B

Map Grand-Place district Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Configuration (Nr of people) -

100

Rooms Forum

10,817

1,005

19.4

700

400

Auditorium Magritte Room

2,325

100 -

100220

150

Museum Café Forum

-10817

- 1005

19.4

- -

-150

700100

400-

Rotonde Magritte Room

- 2325

216

- 20

- -

220 -

150-

Auditorium MuseumCafé

- 490

- -

150 -

1003

Salle S Rotonde

3 150 100

- -

20 -

Salle U

216

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference Rooms facilities

Auditorium B Forum Rooms

- Auditorium Magritte Room - ForumMuseum Café Rotonde - Magritte Room Auditorium - Rotonde

Configuration (Nr of people) -

100

10,817

1,005

19.4

700

400

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100 -

220 100

150 -

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100 700

400

2,325 -

2325

Salle S

Salle U

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10817

216

- 1005 -

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3 -

490 150 100

- 20 -

20 -

220-

150 -

150 3 -

100 -

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The Musée Magritte Museum spreads out over 2,500 m². This Museum, The Musée Magritte Museum spreads out over 2,500m². This Museum, opened since June 2009, stands right in the centre of Brussels, on Place openedand since Junethe 2009, right in the centre of Brussels, on Royale, presents moststands extensive collection in the world dedicated to RenéRoyale, Magritteand more than 200the works areextensive on display collection there. Place presents most in the world

Museum.

It is one of the country’s largest museum complex. Its rich and various collections fine arts range from the 14th century to theIts present day.various SitIt is one ofofthe country’s largest museum complex. rich and uated near the thefrom Sablon of the collections of Grand’Place, fine arts range theand 14thSquare, centuryintothe theheart present day. historic centre of Brussels, these Museums offer enterprises the possibilSituated nearinthe thevisits Sablon and Square, in the heart of ity to organize, theGrand’Place, evening, private to the permanent collections, the exhibitions or the Magritte Museum followed by a cocktail, thetemporary historic centre of Brussels, these Museums offer enterprises the apossibility walking dinner or a seated dinner. to organize, in the evening, private visits to the permanent

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Map Grand-Place district Conference facilities

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Musée Magritte Museum

Mini-Europe

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

Mini-Europe Avenue du Football 1 Voetballaan

Théâtre du Vaudeville

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

| B-1020 Brussels T: +32 2 474 13 13 | F: +32 2 478 26 75 Avenue du Football 1 Voetballaan | B-1020 Brussels info@minieurope.eu • www.minieurope.eu

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

Galerie de la Reine 13 - 15 Koninginnegalerij | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 359 92 40 brussels@chou.be www.chouxdebruxelles.be

T: +32 2 474 13 13 | F: +32 2 478 26 75 info@minieurope.eu www.minieurope.eu

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MINI–EUROPE

THÉÂTRE DU VAUDEVILLE

Mini–Europe, the most beautiful miniature park in Europe that gives a a european dimension to your event is situated right next to the european dimension to your event is situated right next to the famous famous Atomium. Mini–Europe you recreated can find down monuments Atomium. In Mini–Europe youIncan find monuments to the recreated smallestdown detail to onthe a scale of 1 / 25th. smallest detail on a scale of 1/25th.

Your next event in a timeless place in the heart of Brussels?

In this unique surrounding with easy access and parking facilities we In this unique surrounding with easy access and parking facilities can offer you 100 % exclusivity in 3 different rooms with view on the park. wecan canwelcome offer you 100% exclusivity 3 different with view on In total we up to 650 persons,if youin wish to organiserooms an event for morethe guests weIn also have to provide tents. park. total wepossibilities can welcome up toextra 650 persons,if you wish to

Let yourself be transported by the magic of this place! Cocktail, sitting dinner, walking dinner, fashion show… All this find their place in this legendary venue which preserved its charm of yesteryear.

Mini–Europe, the most beautiful miniature park in Europe that gives

What’s better than a historical monument classified to mark the occasion? The Vaudeville Theater combines authenticity and modernity to engrave your event in the memories.

Don’t hesitate any more ! Give THE out of the ordinary touch to your event!

In the evening the an parkevent can be illuminated by a we thousand and one lights organise for more guests also have possibilities to provide with theextra tents. possibility to organise an exclusive laser show. We also offer an outstanding catering service (not obliged) adapted to In the evening the park can be illuminated by a thousand and one your budget !

lights with the possibility to organise an exclusive laser show.

Mini–Europe can host cocktail parties,staff parties,family days, seminars, productWe presentations,… also offer an outstanding catering service (not obliged) adapted to

your budget!

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Mini–Europe can host cocktail parties,staff parties,family days, seminars, product presentations,… Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities Rooms

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

Covered terrace

2,152

200

250

200

Total

2,690

250

330

480

250

Restaurant Rooms

2,690

250

2.5

350

250

Salle des clés

860

1,076

100 2152

2.5200

- 120

100 -

250

200

Salle des clés + Hall

1292

120

200

2690

250

350

250

Parterre

1,885

175

226

280

210

250

Salle Jacques Delors Covered terrace Spirit of Europe

Restaurant

4,305

400

100 -

3 70 2.5

200

Other closed circuit tv, video, overhead slide projector, screen, Sallefacilities: Jacquescafetaria, Delors catering service, restaurant, flip charts, beamer, 1076 100 2.5 projector, 100 70 projection 120 terrace, guided tour, Wi-Fi

Spirit of Europe

4305

400

100

200

Parterre & Scène

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Other facilities: cafetaria, catering service, restaurant, flip charts, beamer, closed circuit tv, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, terrace, Rooms guided tour, wifi Total

2,690

250

2.6

1.4

2.2

Other facilities: catering service, bar, restaurant, microphone, plasma screen, projection screen, break-out rooms, parking, cloak room, technical assistance, disabled facilities, security service

accessibility |

eco labels |

banquet style |

theatre style

Configuration (Nr of people)

TRAIN WORLD

Chalet Robinson

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

Sentier de l’embarcadère 1 - Bois de la Cambre Steigerpad 1 - Terkamerenbos | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 359 92 40 brussels@chou.be www.chouxdebruxelles.be

Place Princesse Elisabeth 5 Prinses Elisabethplein B-1030 Brussels T: +32 2 224 75 86 b2b@trainworld.be www.trainworld.be ●

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An event on a mythical island?

Your event at Train World

In the heart of Brussels hides an unusual place on a legendary island : the Chalet Robinson.

Are you looking for a special location to host your events? You can rent (a part of) Train World, a surprising and excellently accessible prime location for your events and meetings!

Want to find yourself in the leafy setting of the Bois de la Cambre, far from the agitation of the city ? Want to discover this Chalet with old-world charm where you will feel at home? Walking dinner, seminar, dinner sitting… All your desires are possible. Don’t wait any more! See you in unknown land!

Whether it’s a conference, a walking or gala dinner a workshop or another business occasion, Train World can adapt to all your organisation’s needs. Train World has different rooms on offer: the great hall of the Schaerbeek station (former locket hall) has the atmosphere of days past, the meeting room “Pays de Waes” is fully equipped to have your presentation in an exceptional setting, invite your guests for a cocktail in the “Bookshop and Hall 1 of the Museum” where you’ll discover the oldest steam locomotive in Europe “Pays de Waes” among other impressive engines. Train World can host between twenty and four hundred fifty guests. Share your wishes with our marketing team: they will make you a customised offer suiting all your needs. Train World guarantees a successful event! To receive an offer, please send us your request at b2b@trainworld.be Conference facilities

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

Rooms Salle des Pas Perdus Pays de Waes Bookshop & Hall 1 of the Museum

Configuration (Nr of people)

5,920

550

400

450

350

Ground Floor

2,583

240

2.6

220

753

First Floor

1,722

160

4.5

140

120

200

180

2.690

250

200

Ground Floor + First Floor

4,305

400

350

320

Terrasse

1,400

130

400

200

430

Other facilities : restaurant, catering services, audio-visual services, Wi-Fi, meeting rooms, terrace, guided tours, security services, disabled facilities, meeting, seminar and conference packages, private parking

Terrasse covered First Floor

Exhibition facilities

120

Access doors

Rooms First floor

1,883

175

4.5

Ground floor

2,152

200

2.6

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CHALET ROBINSON

TRAIN WORLD

■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ green key | ■ eco-dynamic company */**/*** | ■ EMAS | ❖ outside Brussels region | ★ Brussels Special Venues

■ accessible alone or with assistance

Bip, house of the capital region

BELvue & Coudenberg

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Rue Royale 2-4 Koningsstraat | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 549 50 68 d.baekelmans@visit.brussels http://bipforrent.brussels

Place des Palais 7 Paleizenplein 7 B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 500 45 54 events@belvue.be www.belvue.be

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■ accessible alone or with assistance

BIP, HOUSE OF THE CAPITAL REGION

BELVUE & COUDENBERG

A royal venue for your events

Prestigious spaces in the heart of Brussels !

In the heart of Brussels, at walking distance from the Grand’Place and the Sablon you can find the Bip, the visitor centre of the Brussels– Capital Region.

Opting for the BELvue museum and/or the Coudenberg as your choice of venue for your prestigious events, is opting to travel through more than nine centuries of history in the heart of Europe.

Bip offers a unique and prestigious setting for all your events : cocktails, press conferences, meetings, seminars, dinners… This neoclassical house opens its courtyard, receptions areas and a variety of new meeting rooms, all trendily decorated and appointed with the latest in design furniture and multimedia.

From the 12th century onwards, successive monarchs transformed a small fortified castle into a sumptuous residential palace, one of the most beautiful European palaces and one of Charles V’s main residences. This prestigious building was severely damaged by fire in 1731 and beneath the place Royal you will discover its remains, the archaeological site of the Coudenberg.

Prestigious or welcoming, our rooms accommodate groups between 10 and 250 people. Whether you are looking for a hushed atmosphere, a quiet work setting or an exceptional reception area, Bip has it all.

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

venues

Belga Brel

theatre style

1,399

130

120

750

500

Delvaux

678

2.5

Guichets

2,637

245

120

250

150

Horta

322

Iris

344

1,076

100

2.5

Spéculoos Zinneke

290

2,368

220

120

Exhibition facilities

Atrium & Gallery

2,637

245

200

100

200

100

732

Reception room 1

506

Reception room 2

430

Reception room 3

506

Former palace of Brussels (night visit)

5,920

550

200

BELvue museum (night visit) «BELvue garden (only in combination with Atrium or Borgendael)»

2,153

200

1,615

150

100

Access doors

Rooms

Access doors

Rooms Guichets

2,153

Lounge of the Borgendael wing

Exhibition facilities

Other facilities: projection screen, overhead projector, video, plasma screen, microphone, wireless internet, beamer, meeting rooms, security service, disabled facilities, air conditioning, flipcharts

accessibility |

eco labels |

banquet style |

592

Magritte

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms 505

8,072

Courtyard

In the new BELvue museum, discover our country and its history through seven themes that shaped the Belgium of today. Also have a look at the gallery with more than 200 ‘Belgian’ items. The museum’s magnificent setting is a former 18th century luxury hotel that is itself steeped in history. It offers the visitors an exceptional view of the royal palace and its gardens.

Conference facilities

Rooms Atomium

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Reception room 1

506

Reception room 2

430

Reception room 3

506

Other facilities: restaurant, bar, catering service, cafeteria, flip chart, microphone, projection screen, beamer, free Wi-Fi, meeting room, terrace, garden, guided tour, disabled facilities, hostesses, cloak room.

Château de la Solitude

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Hard Rock Cafe Brussels

Avenue Charles Schallerlaan 54 | B-1160 Brussels T: +32 2 242 05 10 event@redfoxevents.be www.redfoxevents.be

Grand Place 12A B-1000 Bruxelles T: +32 2 546 16 60 brussels.sales@hardrock.com www.hardrock.com/cafes/brussels/

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■ accessible alone or with assistance

Wow your guests with a special event held at the Hard Rock Cafe Brussels. Located on The Grand-Place, considered as one of the most beautiful places of the world, Hard Rock Cafe Brussels blends the city's bohemian feel with an eclectic vibe. Built in an historical 16th century building our cafe is a memorable and energetic venue for small groups and events. Whether you’re hosting a corporate event, a wedding, a book launch or a birthday party, we have versatile indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate groups from 10 to 150 guests. No matter what type of event you are planning, we have the expertise to make it work. In addition, we can customize our catering, create drinks packages and provide you with entertainment services or team building activities to complement your unique style and taste. Host a seated dinner for 20 on our mezzanine floor, a buffet dinner in the Gallery for 50, or buy out the entire cafe for a cocktail reception or a themed party of 150 people. Let us cultivate an unforgettable event with state of the art audiovisual equipment, delicious menu options, and exceptional service. We look forward to celebrating with you and your group in the beautiful city of Brussels.

Conference facilities

We are an ideal location for: -Corporate events -Product and book launches -Business meetings -Christmas parties -Kids & Teens parties -Birthday parties -Wedding receptions -Anniversary celebrations -Press conferences -Cocktail Receptions -Live music showcases -Staff parties -Hen & stag parties -School & Students parties

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms Salle des Trois Fontaines

1,346

125

2,5

115

135

110

581

2,5

Arenberg

775

4,8

Transvaal

603

4,8

Blankedelle

431

4,8

Bibliothèque

646

4,8

Rouge-Cloître

538

4,8

Hall

753

4,8

Lobby

603

4,8

The Terrace

1,830

170

The Garden

5,382

500

The Back Garden

12,917

1200

Conference facilities Rooms Ground Floor

753

1.184

110

Gallery Room

646

Terrace

129

2.691

250

150

126

Mezzanine

Exclusive rental

Exhibition facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Access doors

Rooms Arenberg

775

4,8

1,2

Transvaal

603

4,8

1,2

Blankedelle

431

4,8

Bibliothèque

646

4,8

Rouge-Cloître

538

4,8

Hall

753

4,8

Lobby

603

4,8

Other facilities: catering service, white board, microphone, projection screen, slide projector, overhead projector, lcd projector, beamer, video, free wifi, break-out rooms, meeting rooms, terrace, garden, disabled facilities, hostesses, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloak room, lounge, private parking with 80 parking places, lift, all rooms with natural daylight.

venues

HARD ROCK CAFE BRUSSELS

Château de la Solitude is essentially RedFox Event’s playroom in which your ideas and our creative endeavors come to fruition. A unique three-story castle, it is equipped with five large neoclassical suites and two conference rooms that can be transformed depending on your goals for the space. Through the suite doors, you will discover our marble terrace and grass courtyard, well-suited for mixing and mingling network events, a garden exhibition, or perhaps an evening event under the stars. The castle marries ease of access in metropolitan Brussels with tranquility: despite its central location near both the airport and major highway, the chateau is cozily sequestered within the forest of Soignes, a perfectly remote location for formal and informal events.

■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ green key | ■ eco-dynamic company */**/*** | ■ EMAS | ❖ outside Brussels region | ★ Brussels Special Venues

■ accessible alone or with assistance

CHÂTEAU DE LA SOLITUDE

RedFox Events delivers tailored expertise as well as the creative power of our in-house marketing and communications agency that wants to propel you towards your goals and produce quantifiable results.

Salle Trois Couleurs

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

The International Auditorium The International Auditorium

BETWEEN 250 AND 500

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Bld du Roi Albert II 5 Koning Albert II-laan | B-1210 Brussels Bld du Roi Albert II 5 Koning Albert II-laan | B-1210 Brussels T: +32 2 224 02 54 | F: +32 2 224 02 99 T: +32 2 224 02 54 | F: +32 2 224 02 99 reservations@theinternationalauditorium.be reservations@theinternationalauditorium.be www.theinternationalauditorium.be www.theinternationalauditorium.be

Maison Grand-Place Grand Place 19 Grote Markt | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 359 92 40 brussels@chou.be www.chouxdebruxelles.be ●

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THEINTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONALAUDITORIUM AUDITORIUM THE

MAISON GRAND–PLACE

The Auditorium conference centre is located in thein heart TheInternational International Auditorium conference centre is located the of heart Brussels, within walking distance of the Place Rogier metro station, the of Brussels, within walking distance of the Place Rogier metro station, Gare du Nord railway station and Rogier and Manhattan car parks.

This elegant classical house, as its name implies, is situated right on Brussels Grand’Place. It’s a historic city mansion, a listed building and the only one on the square to open its doors for events.

The theatre style air–conditioned Auditorium provides seating for 200 Theistheatre style air–conditioned Auditorium seating for and equipped with 11 built–in translation boothsprovides and an LCD projector. Five meeting rooms, one of which is equipped with 6booths built–inand translation 200 and is equipped with 11 built–in translation an booths, offer natural daylight and seats for up to 72 persons. The lobby LCD projector. Five meeting rooms, one of which is equipped with and restaurant complete the picture and make the International Audito6 built–in translation booths, offer natural daylight seatsvenue. for up to rium conference centre a highly appreciated seminar andand meeting

Maison Grand-Place offers a variety of reception areas over two floors. A must : the room with a view overlooking this most beautiful of squares. It’s the best way to experience all the festivities which are organised there : the historic Ommegang Parade, the Festival of Winter Wonders celebrating Christmas, new year and many more.

the Gare du Nord railway station and Rogier and Manhattan car parks.

It’s the ideal place to host your top contacts, organise an exclusive cocktail or a private party in a unique setting at the historic heart of Brussels.

72 persons. The lobby and restaurant complete the picture and make the International Auditorium conference centre a highly appreciated seminar and meeting venue.

Map Rogier district Conference facilities

venues

Rooms Salle B

Rooms

3,229

300

200

First floor

1,399

130

2.4

130

150

130

1,506

140

3.5

Ground Floor

1,722

160

3.5

200

150

3229 753

70 300 3.5

6 -

200 31

200 -

SalleSalle B D

602 1506

56 140 3.5

3.5 -

- 25

72 -

SalleSalle C E

699 753

70 3.5

3.5 34

- 22

31 -

56 3.5

3.5 -

25 -

Rooms

First floor

1,399

130

2.4

Ground Floor

1,722

160

3.5

300

SalleLobby E

theatre style

Configuration (Nr of people)

Auditorium Salle C

SalleSalle D F Salle F

Exhibition facilities

Lobby

215 602

2,798

699

20 260

3.5 -

- 8 34 -

22300

215

3.5

2798

260

Access doors

Rooms

Exhibition facilities Lobby

2,798

260

1.5

Access doors 2.5

Other facilities: rcafetaria, catering service, flip charts, white boards, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, printers, video conference, translation Rooms cabins, microphone, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, camdoc projection, fax, photocopy, break-out rooms, meeting rooms, air Lobby 2798 260 5 1.5 conditioning, cloak room, technical assistance, security service

2.5

Other facilities: cafetaria, catering service, flip charts, white boards, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, printers, video conference, translation cabins, microphone, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, camdoc projection, fax, photocopy, break-out rooms, meeting rooms, air conditioning, cloak room, technical assistance, security service

accessibility |

eco labels |

banquet style |

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference Rooms facilities Auditorium

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Musical Instruments Museum (MIM)

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Edificio - Solvay Library

Rue Montagne de la Cour 2 Hofberg | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 545 01 30 | F: +32 2 545 01 78 info@mim.fgov.be www.kmkg-mrah.be

BETWEEN 100 AND 250

Rue Belliard 137 Belliardstraat | B-1040 Brussels T: +32 2 738 75 96 | F: +32 2 736 29 85 venues@edificio.be www.edificio.be

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EDIFICIO - SOLVAY LIBRARY

MIM (Musical Instruments Museum) joined the Brussels museum district on the ‘Mont des Arts’ in June 2000, a lovely new setting for this museum founded in 1877, combining Art Nouveau of the former Old England store building by Paul Saintenoy and the neoclassic style of the Guimard building.

The Solvay Library is located in Leopold Park in the heart of the European district. Here is a magnificent venue created by the vision of one man, Ernest Solvay. The idea was then conceptualised by the renowned Brussels architects Constant Bosmans and Henri Vandeveld. They drew up the plans and carried out the construction work in 1902. It was here, in this ancient Institute of Sociology, where scientists from around the world came together to share their thoughts and ideas. In this science park, Einstein, Bohr and other Nobel Prize scientists gathered for the famous Solvay Conferences. No wonder the venue resonates with brilliant minds! In the 1980’s, the building was abandoned and fell into ruin. Thankfully, after being listed historical monument in 1986, it was saved and fully renovated by the Region and Citydev.brussels in 1994. Today, in this elegant library with its diverse and complex style worthy of a novel, Edificio can host private and professional events from 50 to 250 guests. Specialised in the operation and preservation of historical heritage buildings, Edificio enables you to create unique events in prestigious venues. Let our team guide you through the whole process. Specialised, reactive and closely-knit, our multilingual team will build your event with you – the way you want it – with advice, floral decoration, a variety of catering concepts, sound systems, entertainment and branding. Your Event Coordinator will work closely with you, from the first contact until your last guest has left.

Exceptional quality is the attribute characterizing the MIM collection of more than 7,000 instruments of all kinds and from all places. 1,200 of them are staged in a lively arrangement, full of surprises. On the four floors of exhibits, audio and visual displays intermingle by means of infrared headsets and an interactive sound area.

Conference facilities

The 200–seat MIM auditorium, on the 8th floor is an ideal host for conferences and lectures. Receptions can be organised in the 10th floor MIM restaurant with a magnificient panorama of Brussels.

Configuration (Nr of people) Conference facilities

Rooms MIM-Concert Hall

1,614

150

200

Restaurant +Terrace

3,218

299

100

Other facilities: catering service, flip charts, beamer, closed circuit tv, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, guided tour, restaurant + terrace, security service, cloak room, lift,

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms Ground floor Reading room

2,012

187

14.85

180

250

150

on demand

Lower floor Rotunda

1,743

162

150

100

on demand

925

2.8

100

on demand

2,669

248

250

160

on demand

839

Two mezzanines

160

on demand

Mezzanine East

on demand

Mezzanine West

on demand

Lower floor Seminar room Lower floor Seminar room & Rotunda Terrace

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS MUSEUM (MIM)

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■ accessible alone or with assistance

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infrastructure with 20,000+ rooms from budget to boutique or luxury hotels, and all styles in between

Brussels has a wide variety of accommodation solutions for international travellers, from the latest modern design concept hotels, to established, big brand, international hotels. These hotels, with an exceptional variety of venues in their direct vicinity, allow events to be unique.

Thanks to Brussels’ dense

The proximity of Brussels

it is easy to travel between any hotel and your chosen conference venue

(at only 12 km), and the presence of the Brussels Midi international train station – Thalys, Eurostar, ICE - provide attendees with easy access from any city to Brussels

in the centre with Palace Astoria (126 rooms), Hotel Huber (100 rooms), on the Tour & Taxis site (100 rooms), on the future NEO Convention site (250 rooms)...

International Airport

public transport network

The exciting range of new hotels set to open (between 2019 and 2025) will provide planners with greater choice:

Brussels is positioning itself as an ideal

conference destination with competitive accommodation rates

when compared to other major European convention cities

Conference hotels offering a world of possibilities under one roof, including facilities for meetings of up to 800 delegates; in plenary sessions, in combination with numerous satellite rooms, exhibition areas and on-site catering facilities

hotels

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BRUSSELS BOOKING DESK The ONE-STOP-SHOP for accommodation in Brussels. A FREE service, A UNIQUE PARTNERSHIP between the Brussels Hotels Association (BHA), visit.brussels and Brussels Enterprises Commerce and Industry (BECI). www.bookingdesk.brussels

listen to your needs for accommodation; analyse your accommodation needs, based on possible available statistics and your feedback; search for available solutions among officially recognised properties; present real availabilities, at real available rates at the time of your event; advise you on the best available solutions from those available, taking your accommodation needs into consideration; visit sites. Together with you, we visit the proposed accommodation solutions;

hotels

select, after a possible site visit, based on your feedback on the establishments;

liaise with the properties, informing the selected establishments of your needs and expectations; confirm the various establishments with, where possible, ‘flat’ (uniform) conditions; create an online room reservation platform, with the look and feel of your event website, in a secured (https://) environment, with instant 24/7 online confirmations for each and every attendee; assist delegates. Our multilingual team supports and advises your attendees where needed; monitor the reservation process, at regular intervals providing updates on room reservation trends to the organiser; provide post statistics, at the very end, for possible future editions.

ECOLABELS Eco-Dynamic Company The Brussels-Capital Region has a successful “EcoDynamic Company” label that rewards companies’ environmental dynamism and progress. The label has three categories represented by stars corresponding to eco-management progress: from 1 to 3 stars. www.environnement.brussels

The Green Key

ISO 14001

The “Green Key” is an international eco-label awarded annually to tourism facilities, hotels, bed and breakfasts, youth hotels, camp sites, conference centres and attractions, based on environmental criteria. www.greenkey-brussels.be Eco-Management and Audit Scheme The EU Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) is a management tool for companies and other organisations to evaluate, report and improve their environmental performance. http://ec.europa .eu/environment/emas/ index_en.htm 92

ISO 14001 sets out the criteria for an environmental management system and can be certified too. It does not state requirements for environmental performance, but maps out a framework that a company, or organisation, can follow to set up an effective environmental management system. www.iso.org

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created by the Brussels Association visit.brussels and the Hotels Brussels’ Chamber of visit.brussels Commerce. and the Brussels’ Chamber of Commerce. bookingdesk.brussels supports any event bookingdesk.brussels supportsof the any required event organiser with the coordination organiser with thefrom coordination of the required accommodation; the initial research to accommodation; from the initiala personalized research to the online reservation, through the online reservation, through a personalized online reservation solution at visit.brussels. online reservation It’s a free service. solution at visit.brussels. It’s a free service.

Rue Royale 2-4 Koningsstraat Bruxelles Brussel Rue Royale1000 2-4 Koningsstraat T. +32 2 552 00 05 Bruxelles 1000 Brussel info@bookingdesk.brussels T.E.+32 2 552 00 05 E.www.bookingdesk.brussels info@bookingdesk.brussels www.bookingdesk.brussels

HOTELS ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ Eurostars Montgomery Hotel Amigo Brussels

Hotel Metropole Brussels Le Châtelain Brussels Hotel

Martin’s Chateau Du Lac & Manoir ❖ Sofitel Brussels Europe

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Sofitel Brussels Le Louise Stanhope Hotel Brussels By Thon Hotels

Steigenberger Wiltcher's

Tangla Hotel Brussels

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hotels

banquet style |

theatre-style seating

Warwick Brussels

Woluwe

www.eurostarshotels.com

173

120

Grand-Place district

www.roccofortehotels.com/hotel-amigo

262

350

450

Grand-Place district

www.metropolehotel.com

107

250

270

Louise district

www.le-chatelain.com

120

850

1050

Genval

www.martinshotels.com

149

180

225

Europe district

www.sofitel-brussels-europe.com

99 99

169

100

170

Louise district

www.sofitel-brussels-le-louise.com

125

230

250

Europe district

www.thonhotels.com/stanhope

267

528

600

Louise district

www.wiltchers.com

187

280

400

Airport

www.tanglabrussels.com

267

156

200

Grand-Place district

www.warwickhotels.com/brussels

DISTRICT

WEB SITE

Europe district

www.parkhotelbrussels.be

Grand-Place district

www.marriottbrussels.com

221

240

460

Courtyard by Marriott Brussels

191

180

260

Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU

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150

Crowne Plaza Brussels - Le Palace

354

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Four Points by Sheraton Brussels

www.le9hotel.com

First Euroflat Hotel

101

Grand-Place district

Dolce La Hulpe Brussels ❖

Catalonia Grand Place

Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport ❖

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Brussels Marriott Hotel Grand Place

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Best Western Plus Park Hotel Brussels

DISTRICT

Grand-Place district

www.exegrandplacehotel.com

Evere

www.courtyardbrussels.com

Europe district

www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/brumt-courtyardbrussels-eu

550

700

Rogier district

www.crowneplaza.com/brusselsbel

200

350

Airport

www.crowneplaza.com/cpbrusselsarpt

570

600

Genval

www.dolcelahulpe.com

315

264

133

Europe district

www.firsteuroflathotel.be

n n**

128

Ixelles/Elsene

www.fourpointsbrussels.com

141

100

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.gresham-hotels-brussels.com

284

140

Rogier district

www.brussels-city.hilton.com

Grand-Place district

www.brusselsgrandplace.hilton.com

Midi district

hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com

Airport

www.skoj.be

Louise district

warwickhotels.com/barsey/

Grand-Place district

www.hotelhubert.be

Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels Hilton Brussels City

n n**

Hilton Brussels Grand-Place

Hilton Garden Inn Brussels City Center

■

Holiday Inn Brussels Airport ❖

Hotel Barsey by Warwick

224

130

200

143

Hotel Hubert Grand Place

310

250

500

100

101

Hotel Izan Avenue Louise

Louise district

www.izanhoteles.es/en

Hôtel Le Dôme

125

120

Rogier district

www.hotel-le-dome.be

Hotel Mercure Brussels Centre Midi

Midi district

www.mercure.com

Le Dixseptième

Grand-Place district

www.ledixseptieme.be

n n***

Marivaux Hotel Congress and Seminar Center

Martin's Brussels EU

n n*** ■

WEB SITE

PAGE

190

450

800

Rogier district

www.leplaza-brussels.be

107

150

Europe district

www.hotel-leopold.be

103

136

175

115

Rogier district

www.hotelmarivaux.be

100

110

Europe district

www.martinshotels.com

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Newhotel Charlemagne

Europe district

www.new-hotel.be

NH Brussels Airport ❖

234

140

Airport

www.nh-hotels.com

NH Brussels Bloom

305

300

Rogier district

www.nh-hotels.com/hotel/nh-brussels-bloom

NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe

110

180

Grand-Place district

www.nh-hotels.com

214

120

140

Europe district

www.silken-berlaymont.brussels-hotels.net

NH Brussels EU Berlaymont

NH Brussels Grand Place Arenberg

155

Grand-Place district

www.nh-hoteles.es/Brussels/Grand-Place

NH Brussels Louise

246

100

Louise district

www.nh-hotels.com

Louise district

www.nh-hotels.com

241

130

Rogier district

www.nh-hotels.com

192

120

150

217

120

NH Brussels Stephanie NH Collection Brussels Centre

n n

NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon

Novotel Brussels Centre Midi Station Hotel

Novotel Brussels City Centre Hotel

Novotel Brussels Off Grand Place Hotel

140

Grand-Place district

www.nh-hotels.com

Midi district

www.novotel.com

102

Grand-Place district

www.novotel.com

Grand-Place district

www.novotel.com

Airport

www.parkerhotelbrusselsairport.com

125

450

405

202

112

160

Louise district

www.pentahotels.com

Midi district

www.pillowshotels.com/brussels/

120

Rogier district

www.progresshotel.be

Pullman Brussels Centre Midi Hotel

237

300

340

Midi district

www.pullmanhotels.com/7431

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel

281

300

420

Grand-Place district

www.radissonblu.com/en/royalhotel-brussels

Radisson RED Brussels

149

Europe district

www.radissonred.com/brussels

Renaissance Brussels Hotel

262

200

300

294

450

Parker Hotel Brussels Airport ❖ Pentahotel Brussels City Centre Pillows Grand Hotel Place Rouppe Progress Hotel

Sandton Brussels Centre Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel ❖

The Augustin

Europe district

www.renaissancebrussels.com

Grand-Place district

www.sandton.eu/brussels

750

Airport

www.sheratonbrusselsairport.com

Midi district

www.theaugustin.com

The Dominican Brussels

150

120

Grand-Place district

www.cataloniahotels.com/en

The Hotel Brussels

421

300

400

Louise district

www.thehotel.be

296

500

300

Rogier district

www.presidentbrusselshotel.be

The President Hotel Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie

Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre

Thon Hotel EU

Van Der Valk Hotel Brussels Airport ❖ Zoom Hotel

n n***

102

103

142

300

Louise district

www.thonhotels.com/bristolstephanie

454

250

400

Rogier district

www.thonhotels.com/brusselscitycentre

405

240

300

Europe district

www.thonhotels.com/eu

284

220

300

Airport

www.hotelbrusselsairport.com

Louise district

zoomhotel.be

hotels

Le Plaza Brussels Leopold Hotel Brussels EU

DISTRICT

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HOTELS ✪ ✪ ✪

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Agenda Louise Alma Grand Place Hotel

Aloft Brussels Schuman

Aqua Hotel Brussels

Louise district

www.hotel-agenda.com

Grand-Place district

www.almahotel.be

Europe district

www.aloftbrussels.be

Ixelles/Elsene

www.aqua-hotel-brussels.com

Argus Hotel Brussels

Louise district

www.hotel-argus.be

Aris Hotel Grand Place

Grand-Place district

www.arishotel.be

Aspria Royal La Rasante

Beau Site Hotel

160

180

495

650

Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre

312

Belvue Hotel

237

Woluwe

www.royallarasante.be

Grand-Place district

www.atlas-hotel.be

Boitsfort/Bosvoorde

www.repos-des-chasseurs.com

Louise district

www.beausitebrussels.com

Grand-Place district

www.hotelbedford.be

Midi District

https://belvuehotel.com

104 -

St.Josse-ten-Noode

www.citycentre.be

Best Western Hotel Royal Centre

Rogier district

www.royalcentre.be

240

110

Dworp

www.gravenhof.be

Louise district

www.hotel-chambord.be

Europe district

www.chelton.be

Grand-Place district

www.florishotelarlequin.be

Midi district

www.florishotelustelmidi.be

banquet style |

hotels

Best Western City Centre

Chambord Hotel

rooms |

theatre-style seating

150

Castle Gravenhof ❖

Gosset Hotel ❖

eco labels |

www.le9hotel.com

n***

Au Repos des Chasseurs

accessibility |

Grand-Place district

Atlas Hotel Brussels

number of rooms |

Floris Arlequin Grand-Place

130

Floris Hotel Ustel Midi

Chelton Hotel

Groot-Bijgaarden

www.gosset.be

Etterbeek

www.holidayinn.com/brusselschuman

Hotel 322 Lambermont

Schaerbeek/Schaarbeek

www.lambermonthotels.com

Hôtel Beverly Hills

Ixelles/Elsene

www.hotelbeverlyhills.be

Holiday Inn Brussels Schuman

Hotel Brussels

Louise district

www.hotelbrusselsbelgium.com

Hotel Catalonia Brussels

St-Gilles/St-Gillis

www.cataloniahotels.com

Forest/Vorst

www.hoteldefierlant.be

Hotel De Fierlant Hôtel des Colonies

120

Rogier district

www.hotel-des-colonies.com

Hotel du Congrès

Rogier district

www.hotelducongres.be

Laken/Laeken

www.expohotel.be

Grand-Place district

www.hotellalegende.com

Hotel Retro Brussels

St.Josse-ten-Noode

www.retrohotelbxl.com

Hotel Saint Nicolas

Grand-Place district

www.st-nicolas.be

Hotel Expo Brussels Hotel La Légende Brussels

Hotel Siru

101

120

St.Josse-ten-Noode

www.hotelsiru.com

Hotel Van Belle

140

100

Anderlecht

www.hotelvanbelle.be

Rogier district

www.villaroyale.be/en/

Hotel Villa Royale

n n

ibis Brussels Erasmus

ibis Brussels Off Grand Place Hotel

WEB SITE

PAGE

225

St-Gilles/St-Gillis

ibis.accorhotels.com

236

Grand-Place district

ibis.accorhotels.com

184

Anderlecht

ibis.accorhotels.com

Grand-Place district

ibis.accorhotels.com

ibis Styles Brussels Centre Stephanie Hotel

Louise district

ibis.accorhotels.com

ibis Styles Brussels Louise Hotel

Louise district

ibis.accorhotels.com

Ixelles/Elsene

www.madeinlouise.com

Made in Louise Marivaux Hotel Congress and Seminar Center

n**

MEININGER Hotel Brussels City Center

Mercure Brussels Airport ❖

Midi-Zuid Hotel

136

175

115

150

120

Motel One Brussels

489

Novotel Brussels Airport Hotel ❖

209

120

162

125

Pantone Hotel Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport ❖

Rogier district

www.hotelmarivaux.be

Molenbeek

www.meininger-hotels.com

Airport

www.mercure.com

Midi district

www.hotel-midizuid.com

Grand-Place district

www.motel-one.com

Airport

www.novotel.com

Louise district

www.pantonehotel.com

Airport

www.parkinn.com/hotel-brussels-airport

105

Park Inn By Radisson Brussels Midi

142

136

Midi district

www.parkinn.com/hotel-brussels

pentahotel Brussel Airport ❖

Airport

www.pentahotels.com

Queen Anne Hotel

Rogier district

www.queen-anne.be

Ramada Brussels Woluwe

165

140

Woluwe

www.ramadabrusselswoluwe.be

Grand-Place district

www.hotelstgery.com

100

Airport

www.thonhotels.com/brusselsairport

Louise district

www.vintagehotel.be

100

Airport

www.thonhotels.com/brusselsairport

Louise district

www.vintagehotel.be

Saint-Géry Brussels Hotel 2

Thon Hotel Brussels Airport ❖ Vintage hotel

2 n

106

hotels

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi Hotel ibis Brussels City Centre Hotel

DISTRICT

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HOTELS ✪ ✪ ✪

Hotel Metropole Brussels

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Warwick Brussels

Place De Brouckère 31 De Brouckèreplein | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 217 23 00 | F: +32 2 218 02 20 sales@metropolehotel.be www.metropolehotel.com

Rue Duquesnoy 5 Duquesnoystraat | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 505 55 55 info.warwickbrussels@warwickhotels.com www.warwickhotels.com/brussels/

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HOTEL METROPOLE BRUSSELS

WARWICK BRUSSELS

Since its opening in 1895 and with its ideal location in the beating heart of Europe’s capital, Hotel Metropole Brussels is a jewel in itself, surrounded by bars and restaurants and enveloped by Brussels’ historical heritage. When entering the majestic lobby with its original chandeliers, grand wooden reception desk and antique leather sofas, the rich experience commences. At Hotel Metropole Brussels, guests feel history come to life, with the essence of today’s contemporary hospitality.

A luxury hotel in the heart of Brussels, the Warwick Brussels has become the premier hotel amongst refined visitors. By blending classic charm with luxury amenities that are expected from Warwick Hotels & Resorts, guests are treated to the feel of Old World elegance with the added convenience of modern accommodations. The Grand Place, “The Square” Convention Centre and Manneken Pis are all but a stone’s throw from the hotel’s doorstep, putting guests in the centre of Belgium’s awe-inspiring architecture and welcoming culture. Whether meeting for important business gatherings or a sumptuous Belgian weekend, it’s all here.

Hotel Metropole Brussels features 251 comfortable accommodations which benefit from a complimentary mini bar and wifi, 11 newly renovated function rooms for up to 450 guests, a fitness room and our mythical Café Metropole where our Executive Chef Michel Wahaltère offers a creative and delightful Belgian cuisine in an Art Nouveau atmosphere. One can choose to sit outside on our heated terrace open all year long while enjoying Brussels’s hustle and bustle.

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities

banquet style

hotels

Rooms

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

Excelsior + Ambassadeur

4,994.45

464

4.21

450

240

500

350

Suite Grand Place

4,305

400

2.6

120

Excelsior

3,422.92

318

4.21

350

185

350

250

Westminster A

1,356

126

2.6

100

150

Ambassadeur

1,585.52

147.3

4.21

100

180

100

Westminster B

850

2.6

100

Rubinstein

1,264.75

117.5

6.55

150

Salon Grand Place

775

2.6

150

110

L’Alban Chambon

1,668.4

155

5.5

100

150

Duquesnoy A

775

2.4

Bar «Le 31»

1,728.68

160.6

5.98

150

Duquesnoy B

775

2.4

Einstein

567.25

52.7

4.28

Warwick

517

2.8

Marie-Curie

409.02

4.19

Horta

215

2.4

Langevin

894.48

83.1

4.43

Ensor

215

2.4

Bourgmestres

888.02

82.5

4.27

Sax

215

2.4

Caruso

330.45

30.7

2.95

Meunier

215

2.4

Jean-Marais

329.37

30.6

2.97

Mercator

215

2.4

2,152.78

200

2.86

300

170

Rubens

215

2.4

706.11

65.6

2.86

Le Jardin Indien Le Jardin Indien Private Corner

Other facilities: bar, restaurant, flip charts, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, microphone, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, fax, photocopy, satellite tv, break-out rooms, electronic key, meeting rooms, in-room safe, terrace, fitness room, air conditioning, parking, conference package, seminar package, technical assistance, voicemail box

theatre style |

school style |

reception |

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Vesale

215

2.4

Printemps

215

2.4

Other facilities: bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, slide projector, beamer, wifi, free wifi, printers, IP phone, cable tv, break-out room, meeting rooms, terrace, fitness centre, sauna, in-room safe, electronic key, voice mail box, security service, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloak room, lounge, parking, private parking, air conditionning.

Sofitel Europe Sofitel Brussels Brussels Europe

Sofitel Brussels Le Louise

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Place B-1040 Brussels Brussels PlaceJourdan Jourdan11Jourdanplein Jourdanplein || B-1040 | F: +32 2 235 51 01 T:T:+32 +3222235 23551 5115 00 | F: +32 2 235 51 01 H5282-SB@sofitel.com www.sofitel-brussels-europe.com H5282-SB@sofitel.com • www.sofitel-brussels-europe.com

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Avenue de la Toison d’Or 40 Guldenvlieslaan | B-1050 Brussels T: +32 2 549 61 24 | F: +32 2 514 57 44 H1071-SB@sofitel.com www.sofitel-brussels-le-louise.com

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B r u s s e l s Eu r o pe

Brus s els Le Louis e

Sofitel Brussels Le Louise is a 5* hotel, located in the elegant and exclusive Louise district, nearby the Grand Place and the Sablon, well known for its art galleries and antique shops. Designed by the famous architect Antoine Pinto, our hotel offers a modern and stylish ambiance. The hotel features 169 guest rooms, including 4 Junior Suites, 5 Prestige Suites and a fabulous Suite ‘So Well’. Each guestroom offers a dynamic interaction between white leather, warm taupe, dark wood, and splashes of brilliant colours. Discover a perfect blend between the French ‘Art de Vivre’ and the new technologies, such as flat screen TV, Bose® Sound System and complementary WiFi everywhere. All bedrooms are equipped with Sofitel’s MyBed™ sleeping concept for a magnificent night’s sleep and Hermes luxury amenities. The hotel offers 6 original meeting rooms, all with natural daylight, for a capacity up to 170 attendees. Our state-of-the-art audio/visual conferencing equipment and our InspiredMeetingsTM Concierge guarantee tailor-made events. The decoration is designed upon surrealism movement and from its most famous artworks. Located on the same floor with direct access to the terrace, is the perfect setting for a private cocktail party or an evening reception up to 300 attendees. Enjoy the modern and sparkling atmosphere of the Crystal Lounge Bar & Restaurant, the place to meet. Discover our modern and inspired cuisine with influences from around the world and be seduced by our spectacular cocktails. For a relaxing moment, you can work out in our fitness center.

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities Rooms Paul Henri Spaak I

Rooms Paul Henri Spaak II

Paul PaulHenri HenriSpaak Spaak IIII

861

2.6 2.6

Yes

Terrace

3.229

300

Yes

Rose

1.722

160

2,5

250

100

Yes

Colombe

861

2,5

Yes

Jungle

861

2,5

Yes

50 Yes

Yes

Elephant

861

2,5

Yes

10 250

Yes 180

Yes

Metamorphose

1.722

160

2,5

170

150

Yes

15 -

10 90

Yes 91

Yes

VIP Corner

699

2,5

Yes

2424

40 -

30 15

Yes 10

Yes

Toison d’Or

484

2,5

Yes

2424

40 -

30 15

Yes 10

Yes

80 2.6

2.670

7048

48 70

70 50

Paul PaulHenri HenriSpaak Spaak II I+II+III

80 2.6

2.6225

70 180

48 250

Paul Henri Spaak III Schuman

1,980 861 184

803.28

2.6 -

70-

Jean Rey ISpaak I+II+III Paul Henri

279 2583 26

240 2.6

2.624

Jean Rey II Schuman

279 1980 26

184 2.6

JeanRey ReyI I+II Jean

559

279 52

Franco Malfatti Jean ReyMaria II

581 279

Roy Jenkins II

279

Roy Jenkins I+II

559

Sicco Mansholt

387

Jourdan Lounge

409

Jacques Delors

409

Franco Maria Malfatti Roy Jenkins I

Roy Jenkins II

Roy Jenkins I+II

Sicco Mansholt Konrad Adenauer Jourdan Lounge

Jacques Delorsfacilities Exhibition Konrad Adenauer

1,237

50 Yes

Yes

70 180

50 Yes

48 90

70 91

225-

15 180

3.2824

26 2.6

2.650

279 54

26 2.6

2.650

2.6

559 26 581 279 279 559

52 36 38 38

52 2.6

54 26 26 52

2.6 2.6 2.6 2.6

2.624

50-

15 24

10 40

2.6

40 30 24

2.6

Foyer Europe

Yes

36 2.6

2.6 -

30-

21-

409

2.6

1237

115

2.6

18 Access 20doors -

Rooms

Exhibition facilities

Yes

387 115 409

2.6

2,152

200

2.6

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

861 861 80 2,583 861 240

Roy Jenkins I Jean Rey I+II

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people) 861

SOFITEL BRUSSELS LE LOUISE

Sofitel Brussels Europe is a 5* hotel, ideally located on on thethe lively Place JourThe Sofitel Brussels Europe is a 5* hotel, ideally located lively Place Jourdan, dan, only 10 minutes the Grand car and 500 meters only 10 minutes awayaway fromfrom the Grand PlacePlace by carby and 500 meters from thefrom European theParliament. European Whether Parliament. Whether you are coming for leisure or for business you are coming for leisure or for business purposes, we have purposes, we have the ultimate venue to offer you. The hotel features 149 conthe ultimate venue to offer you. The hotel features 149 contemporary and stylish temporary and including stylish guestrooms, including 6 Junior Suites, Prestige Opera SuitesSuite guestrooms, 6 Junior Suites, 5 Prestige Suites and a5 fabulous and a fabulous Opera Suite with a magnifique view on the European Parliament. with a magnifique view on the European Parliament. Each guestroom offers a perfect Each guestroom offers a perfect blend of light-filled space and natural materiblend of light-filled space and natural materials, bathrooms with the rain shower als, bathrooms with a rain shower system and a host of cutting edge features. system and a host of cutting edge features. Discover 12 meeting rooms, with a Discover the 12 recently renovated meeting rooms, with a capacity of up to 225 capacity of up to 225 attendees, all with natural daylight and provided with high-speed attendees, all with natural daylight and provided with high-speed and broadandInternet broadband Internet meeting areon allthe located thebelow same floor band access. The access. meetingThe rooms are allrooms located sameon floor theOur atrium. Our state-of-the-art audio/visual conferencing equipment and our thebelow atrium. state-of-the-art audio/visual conferencing equipment and our TM “InspiredMeetingsTM” Concierge concept guarantee tailor-made events. Enjoy Concierge concept guarantee tailor-made events. Enjoy an an InspiredMeetings extensive selection of beverages and a wide assortment of unique Belgian beers. extensive selection of beverages and a wide assortment of unique Belgian beers. Savor inspired seasonal dishes, a gourmet tribute to thetonearby Sunday farmers’ market Savor inspired seasonal dishes, a gourmet tribute the nearby sunday farmers’ and contemporary variations on products. traditionalFor Belgian cuisine highlighting selected market highlighting selected local a relaxing moment, you can work local outproducts. in our fitness centre SO FIT, fully machines, or fully For a relaxing moment, youequipped can work with out in‘Technogym’ our Fitness Centre SO FIT, indulge yourself in our Hammam. Just inside the yourself hotel lobby, you will findJust our inside equipped with ‘Technogym’ machines, or indulge in our Hammam. in-house Neuhaus boutique, providing you with Belgium’s nest chocolates. A the hotel lobby, you will find our ‘in-house’ Neuhaus boutique, providing you with private parking is available. Belgium’s finest chocolates. A private parking is available.

1.38

Yes

Other facilities: bar, restaurant, flip charts, beamer, LCD projector, wireless internet, printers, microphone, plasma screen, closed circuit TV, video, overhead projector, projection screen, IP phone, fax, photocopy, fast speed internet, cable TV.

Access doors 2.10

Other facilities: bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, beamer, LCD projector, wireless internet, printers, live streaming, video conference, telephone Rooms conference, microphone, plasma screen, closed circuit TV, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, fax, photocopy, fast speed interFoyer Europe 2152 200 2.6 1.38 net, cable tv, hammam and fitness area, library

2.10

Other facilities: bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, beamer, LCD projector, wireless internet, printers, live streaming, video conference, telephone conference, microphone, plasma screen, closed circuit tv, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, fax, photocopy, fast speed internet, cable tv, hammam and fitness area, library

hotels

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SOFITEL BRUSSELS EUROPE SOFITEL BRUSSELS EUROPE

■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ green key | ■ eco-dynamic company */**/*** | ■ green globe | ■ EMAS | ❖ outside brussels region

■■ accessible alone accessible aloneororwith withassistance assistance

“DON’T JUST DREAM ABOUT IT, EXPERIENCE IT”

STEIGENBERGER WILTCHER’S 71, Avenue Louise 1050 Brussels meetings.brussels@steigenberger.com - Tel. +32 2 542 48 84 www.wiltchers.com

Steigenberger Wiltcher’s

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Hilton Brussels Grand-Place

Avenue Louise 71 Louizalaan | B-1050 Brussels T: +32 2 542 48 80 | F: +32 2 542 42 00 meetings.brussels@steigenberger.com www.wiltchers.com

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Carrefour de l’Europe 3 Europakruispunt | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 548 42 11 | F: +32 2 548 47 35 events.brusselsgrandplace@hilton.com www.brusselsgrandplace.hilton.com

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■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ Green Key | ■** eco-dynamic company

STEIGENBERGER WILTCHER’S

HILTON BRUSSELS GRAND PLACE

Situated in the heart of the capital of Europe, the Steigenberger Wiltcher’s has a wide range of options to offer for your business and private meetings. With its ballroom and private lounges, the possibilities are endless: product launches, weddings, board meetings… all delivered with 5-star service.

With its prime location right at the heart of the historic city centre, ideally set between Grand Place and The Square Meeting and Convention Centre, Hilton Brussels Grand Place is the perfect choice for your group or event up to 200 delegates. • Prime location next to Central Station with direct train access to Brussels airport in 15 minutes and 3-minute walk to The Square Brussels Meeting Centre

With 13 meeting rooms, and the biggest column free Ballroom in town for up to 600 persons, this Belgian luxury hotel offers an outstanding location for social occasions, and all the modern technological equipment to make business events a resounding success.

• 224 rooms and suites

• 20 minutes walk from the Grand Place

• On-site catering facilities for a delicious and inventive cuisine

• 20 minutes drive away from Brussels International Airport Zaventem

• Executive Lounge (snacks and drinks all day long for Guests staying in Executive Rooms and Suites)

• 5 minutes drive away from the Gare du Midi (Eurostar / Thalys terminal) • 10 minutes drive away from EU district

• Restaurant, bar and private dining possibilities • Public underground parking with direct access to the hotel • Other facilities : Fitness (open 24/7)

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities

Rooms Antichambre

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms 205

796

3.1

Ballroom

5,941

552

3.7

600

350

600

528

861

3.1

Ballroom A

1,582

147

3.7

150

132

398

3.1

Ballroom B

2,777

258

3.7

250

150

250

240

409

3.2

Ballroom C

1,582

147

3.7

150

132

430

3.2

Bellevue

775

2.7

355

3.2

Bellevue A

387

2.7

1,517

141

2.85

100

Bellevue B

387

2.7

1,506

140

3.85

120

Belvédère

775

2.7

624

3.85

Belvédère A

387

2.7

8 + 9 combined

2,131

198

3.85

200

120

200

130

Belvédère B

387

2.7

1,140

106

3.8

Boudoir

172

807

3.8

Empire

700

10 + 11 combined

1,937

180

3.8

180

100

160

110

Hermitage

398

2.7

236

2.7

Honneur Foyer Diamant

570

182

3.1

1,023

130

742

2.7

378

2,7

322

2.6

322

2.6

333

2.6

15 + 16 + 17 combined

990

2.6

Other facilities: restaurant, bar, lobby lounge, catering service, meeting rooms, cable tv, high speed internet, photocopy, fax, projection screen, slide projector, video, telephone conference, printers, wireless internet, beamer, flipcharts, terrace, complimentary fitness, in-room safe, electronic key, security service, disabled facilities, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloak room, hostesses, parking with direct access to the hotel, air conditioning.

Other facilities: bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, lcd projector, wireless internet, printers, microphone, plasma screen, video, projection, screen, fax, photocopy, high speed internet, cable tv, electronic key, meeting rooms, in-room safe, fitness corner, air conditioning, public parking with direct access, executive lounge, cloak room, conference package

101

hotels

• 17 meeting rooms including two impressive light-filled ballrooms for up to 200 delegates in theater style with possibility to privatize a whole floor, including the use of a separate entrance

The Wiltcher’s benefits from a strategic location:

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ls Centre Tour Noire

Novotel Brussels City Centre

ge Noire, 32, Zwarte Lievevrouwstraat | B-1000 Brussels Rue de la Vierge Noire, 32, Zwarte Lievevrouwstraat 0 50 | F: +32 2 505 50 00 T: +32 2 505 50 50 F: +32 2 505 50 00 cor.com H2122-sb@accor.com www.novotel.com/2122 els.com

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B-1000 Brussels

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NOVOTEL BRUSSELS CITY CENTRE

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This hotel is situated in the centre of Brussels. It is built around the historical Tour Noire on the Sint-Katelijne square. This stylish neighbourhood is situated at only 800 meters from the Grand’Place. This hotel offers 217 non-smoking rooms including executive rooms and rooms adapted to host disabled people. Each room is nicely decorated and fully equipped. This hotel is situated in the centre of Brussels. It our is built around In all rooms, as well as in all public areas and meeting rooms WI-FI is available. the historical Tour Noire on the Sint-Katelijne square. This stylish

Within 10 minutes of leaving Central Station or Station Midi/South, you will be on the historic and lively Place Rouppe. You will enter a hotel unlike any other. Pillows Grand Hotel Place Rouppe instils new life into a neoclassical building.

Our conference has 11 meeting rooms onrooms offer, including This hotel offers 217 non-smoking roomscentre including executive and a large room of 215 square meters ; an excellent accommodation for plenary sesAll conference air-conditioning. rooms adapt to host disabledsions. people. Each rooms roomhave is daylight nicelyand decorated and To add to an agreeable stay,public you can enjoy the and sports-meeting and relaxation fafully equipped. In all rooms, as well as in all our areas cilities : fully equipped fitness room, jetstream pool, hammam, infra-red showers, and relaxation area. rooms WI-FI is available.

The Living is the heart of the hotel where the warm welcome and the allday dining services melt into a perfect setting to unwind after a day in Brussels. The ambiance encourages to read a book, taste a fine dish or enjoy a glass of wine. Guests are kindly invited to relax in front of the fireplace or at the Table d’hôte for the chefs daily.

NOVOTEL BRUSSELS CENTRE TOUR NOIRE

chef offers you a choice of tasty meals in our neighbourhood is situated atOur only 800ismeters from the Grote Markt. Room service available at all times.

This hotel is perfect for leisure and business, with 43 generous and stylishly appointed rooms, Pillows Grand Hotel Place Rouppe takes a modern approach to elegance. For business there are two exclusive meeting salons that have the best audiovisual equipment.

GourmetBar.

Our chef offers you in our Bar & Brasserie choice of tasty meals. Room service is available at all times. Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

hotels

Our conference centre has 11 meeting rooms on offer, including a large room Rooms of 215 square meters ; an excellent accommodation for plenary sessions. Tour Noire 1 484 45 3.05 40 26 40 24 on demand All conference rooms are with daylight and equipped with air-conditioning. Tour Noire 2 538 50 3.05 40 22 40 24 on demand 462 43 3.05 30 20 30 24 on demand To add to an agreeable stay, you can enjoy the sportsand relaxation Tour Noire 4 387 36 3.05 25 19 25 24 on demand : fully equipped fitness pool, hammam, Tour Noire facilities 1+2+3+4 2,314 room, 215 jetstream 3.05 120 120 120 infra-red 120 on demand Tour Noire 1+2 1,022 95 3.05 80 50 80 48 on demand showers, and relaxation area. Tour Noire 3+4 882 82 3.05 70 50 70 48 on demand Tour Noire 3

school style |

reception |

banquet style

Tour de Pise

theatre style |

C2 Tour Eiffel 1

301

3.05

on demand

301

3.05

on demand

Tour Eiffel 2

301

3.05

on demand

Tour Eiffel 1+2

602

3.05

on demand

Tour de Babel

(Nr 764 Configuration 71 3.05 60 of people) 35 60

Tour d’Ivoire

301

3.05

on demand

Tower of London 1 + 2

602

2.9

on demand

Tower of London 1

301

2.9

on demand

2.9

on demand

Tower of London 2

484

301

3.05

48 on demand

538

3.05

40 on demand

462

3.05

40 on demand

387

3.05

32 on demand

2314

215

3.05

225

168

225

168 on demand

1022

3.05

120

96 on demand

882

3.05

80 on demand

301

3.05

- on demand

301

3.05

16 on demand

301

3.05

16 on demand

602

3.05

32 on demand

764

3.05

56 on demand

301

3.05

- on demand

301

2.9

16 on demand

Other facilities: Basic material: LCD beamer, paperboard, screen, sweets, paper and pencil. On request: clickshare sound equipment, microphone, lecturer, stage, dance floor,…

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Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms Salon I

420

Salon II

388

18 12

Other facilities: Resto & Winebar The Living, bar, white board, flip chart, microphone, Clickshare presentation system, free Wi-Fi, photocopy, telephone conference, video conference, meeting rooms, terrace, in-room safe, car rental, electronic key, guided tour, disabled facilities, travel info, seminar package, conference package, cloak room, lounge, parking, private parking, air conditioning.

Plaza Brussels (Le)

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Boulevard Adolphe Max 118-126 Adolphe Maxlaan | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 278 01 00 | F: +32 2 278 01 03 groups.events@leplaza.be www.leplaza.be

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Boulevard de Waterloo 38 Waterloolaan | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 504 11 11 | F: +32 2 504 21 11 meet@thehotel.be www.thehotel.be

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Welcome to Hotel Le Plaza, an independent Luxury hotel in the heart of Brussels, only a few minutes from the famous Grand’Place, the Royal Palace and major congress centres.

Towering high above the Brussels skyline on the Boulevard de Waterloo, the high-end fashion-shopping street of Brussels, The Hotel lets you escape the city rush and relax. Regularly praised for its impeccable service, elegantly appointed rooms and vibrant atmosphere, guests are invited to enjoy the spectacular views from the iconic building while meeting for business, or indulging in a well-earned treatment in the Spa. The Hotel is superbly located, a few minutes away from the main attractions: the famous Avenue Louise, the historic Grand Place and the European Parliament buildings. 420 bedrooms and suites offer guests an oasis of calm and absolute serenity. Thanks to the unique design of this iconic high-rise and its position in the city, each room is totally private and secluded, offering guests their own breath-taking view of the city. Professional gatherings up to 400 guests – 12 meeting rooms on the 1st, 25th, 26th and 27th Floor. Views are truly awe-inspiring and you will make the right impression before you have even shown your first slide. Other Facilities: High-speed and Free WiFi, 110 Parking spaces, Urban Spa & Fitness, The Bar, The Restaurant by Pierre Balthazar.

With its 9 seminar rooms and his sumptuous Le Plaza Theatre, up to 800 delegates, supported by a professional and proactive team, Hotel Le Plaza is a landmark of the early 20th century. The 190 guestrooms and suites, each personalized, combine tradition and modernity. L’Estérel Brasserie and bar offers prestigious moments of taste and relaxing.

Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Conference facilities

Rooms

Configuration (Nr of people)

Rooms

The Plaza Theater

4,972

462

9.5

700

350

700

450

on demand

Grand Ballroom

4,090

380

3.3

400

216

400

310

on demand

Adolphe Max (A)

2,368

220

4.6

200

130

250

180

on demand

Grand Ballroom 1

882

3.3

on demand

Versailles (B)

1,248

116

100

120

on demand

Grand Ballroom 2

1,851

175

3.3

126

200

140

on demand

Marie-Henriette

452

2.8

on demand

Grand Ballroom 3

1,291

120

3.3

100

120

Elisabeth

452

2.8

on demand

Grand Ballroom 1&2

2,800

260

3.3

210

144

280

200

Paola

484

2.8

Foyer / Exhibition Space 1st Floor

3,961

368

Astrid

312

2.8

Park Ballroom

1,829

170

3.3

160

250

136

Fabiola Charleston Louise Marie

290

2.8

Meet 25.1

570

2.58

2,842

264

3.5

180

130

200

160

Meet 25.2

570

2.58

248

2.8

yes

Meet 25.3

1,205

112

2.58

Gallery (C)

3,014

280

4.6

250

yes

Meet 26.1

1,044

2.58

Esterel (D)

1,937

180

4.0

150

Meet 26.2

635

2.58

Meet 26.3

1,044

2.58

Meet 26.4

635

2.58

100

Vista `27th floor´

1,389

222

2.95

160

108

160

Foyer 27th floor

1,087

101

2.95

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

Foyer 26th floor

Rooms (A) + (C)

5,382

500

4.6

(A) + (C) + (D)

7,320

680

4.0

(A) + (B) + (C) + (D)

8,568

796

4.0

(A) + (B) + (D)

5,554

516

4.0

(A) + (D)

4,306

400

4.0

Rooms

(B) + (D)

1,937

180

4.0

Foyer / Exhibition Space 1st Floor

Exhibition facilities

Access doors

3,961

368

Other facilities: catering service, bar, restaurant, flip charts, white boards, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, FREE wireless Wi-Fi, printers, translation cabins, telephone conference, microphone, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, ip phone, fax, photocopy, cable tv, break-out rooms, electronic key, fitness centre, air conditioning.

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■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ Green Key

■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ Green Key | ■ ** eco-dynamic company

Perfectly Located • Near the Grand Place • Midi Station • Central Station 311 Fully Furnished Rooms Parking Facilities (up to 250 spaces) 13 Meeting Rooms • From 2 to 650 persons • Fully Equipped • Rooftop Meeting Room • Dedicated Congress Team • Smoking Facility Facilities: • Free Wiﬁ • Business Center • Lounge Bar • « A La Carte » Restaurant • Fitness Room

Rue Du Midi 135 Zuidstraat 1000 Brussels

www.hotelbedford.be

Tel: +32 507 00 00 info@hotelbedford.be

Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre

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Mercure Brussels Airport Mercure Brussels Airport

Rue du Midi 135-137 Zuidstraat | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 507 00 00 | F: +32 2 507 00 10 info@hotelbedford.be www.hotelbedford.be ●

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BEDFORD HOTEL & CONGRESS CENTRE

MERCURE BRUSSELS AIRPORT MERCURE BRUSSELS AIRPORT

Located in the heart of Brussels only 450 meters from the famous Grand’Place, close to the Midi and Central Station, the Bedford includes 311 comfortable bedrooms, two restaurants with 250 seats each, a lounge piano bar, a business centre with free Internet access, a car park (200 cars) and a fitness centre with a view over Brussels.

Mercure Brussels Airport is renowned forhospitality its hospitality TheThe Mercure Brussels Airport is renowned for its andand finefine cui-cuisine. sine. Situated between theairport airportand andthe thecity citycentre, centre,next nextto toNATO NATO headquarters, headSituated between the quarters, the hotel is easily accessible by car and public transport and the hotel is easily accessible by car and public transport and has an has an underground car parking, free shuttle towards the airport at fixed underground car parking, free shuttle towards the airport at fixed timetable. timetable. The hotel has 106 comfortable rooms, 7 Executive rooms and 7 The hotel 106 comfortable 7 Executive roomsoffer anda7 business flats business flatshas with kitchenette. A rooms, wine bar and restaurant trendy with kitchenette. winelunch, bar and restaurant offerwork a trendy atmosphere to enjoyAyour dinner and after drink.atmosphere Free Wi-Fi to enjoy your lunch, dinnerthe andhotel. after work drink. Free Wi-Fi available throughout available throughout

With a total of 2,588 m2, the Bedford offers one of the largest spaces in downtown Brussels to welcome conferences from 10 to 1,000 people. The 13 fully–equipped meeting rooms can also be used for breakout rooms.

daylight, individual air conditioning, audio-visual equipment, WIFI and ADSL.

To meet up your needs and satisfactions we guarantee:

• A very good quality-price ratio • A very good quality-price ratio • A personalised service from offer till the day of your meeting is our • A personalised service from offer till the day of your meeting is our promise! promise! A quick efficient reaction • A• quick andand efficient reaction • A• professional service A professional service

For any kind of venue, the Bedford perfectly combines the flexibility and the traditions of a privately–owned hotel with the experience and efficiency of a professional staff ! Conference facilities

Map Brussels Region & Around Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

Armstrong & Mezzanine

8,664

805

5.5

650

560

715

500

John Glenn

3,745

348

2.4

250

Gagarine

3,745

348

2.4

120

100

250

Galileo

2,583

240

2.6

220

150

Marco Polo

2,690

250

Christophe Colomb

1,076

100

2.4

Da Gama

1,076

100

764

Mercure (Fondant-Praliné-Cacao)

2.7

120

200

Praliné + Cacao Rooms

818

2.7

Fondant(Fondant-Praliné-Cacao) Mercure

656 1485 61

1382.7

45 2.7

30 120

60 75

28 200

- 90

Cacao+ Cacao Praliné

462

818 43

762.7

40 2.7

25 75

50 56

2465

- 52

200

170

365

Praliné Fondant

656 34

612.7

30 2.7

16 45

30 30

1860

- 28

2.4

70 -

Cacao

462

2.7

2.4

Praliné

365

2.7

764

2.4

592

2.4

De Gerlache

376

2.4

Lindbergh

764

2.4

Armstrong

8,664

805

5.5

450

400

161

2.4

Exhibition facilities Rooms 805

5.5

Other facilities: catering service, bar, restaurant, cable tv, fast speed internet, photocopy, fax, projection screen, slide projector, video, closed circuit tv, plasma screen, microphone, telephone conference, printers, wireless internet, lcd projector, beamer, white boards, black boards, flip charts, terrace, garden, fitness centre, in-room safe, meeting rooms, electronic key, break-out rooms, airport shuttle, voice mail box, security service, disabled facilities, technical assistance, seminar package, conference package, cloak room, lounge, parking , private parking, air conditioning

Access doors

8,664

Configuration (Nr of people) 138

Livingstone

Armstrong

Configuration (Nr of people)

1,485

Amundsen

Charcot

p.54

Conference facilities Rooms

Rooms

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hotel. rooms, totally renovated, on the ground floor can communiOurthe 3 meeting cate with each other. Withtotally direct renovated, access to the and garden, they all Our 3 meeting rooms, on terrace the ground floor can communicate have daylight, individual air conditioning, audio-visual equipment, Wi-Fi with each other. With direct access to the terrace and garden, they all have and ADSL.

Furthermore, a congress centre of 1,500 m2 is especially suited to tailor– made events. The Armstrong room, well–known for its ‘Art Nouveau’ architecture, is multifunctional, fully renovated in 2016 and can seat up to 650 people in classroom style. The John Glenn and Gagarine rooms can be used for exhibitions, cocktails, coffee breaks, hot and cold buffets and even car presentations.

Other facilities: catering service, bar, restaurant, flip flip charts, black boards, white boards, beamer, lcd projector, wireless internet, printers, telephone conference,microphone, plasma screen, video, overhead projector, slide projector, projection screen, fax, photocopy, fast speed internet, cable tv, electronic key, meeting rooms, air conditioning, private parking, conference package

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St Exupery

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Avenue Jules Bordet 74 Jules Bordetlaan | B-1140 Brussels Avenue Jules Bordet 74 Jules Bordetlaan | B-1140 Brussels T: +32 2 726 73 35 | F: +32 2 726 82 95 T: +32 2 726 73 35 | F: +32 2 726 82 95 h0958@accor.com • www.mercure.com h0958@accor.com www.mercure.com

Park Inn By Radisson Brussels Midi

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Place Marcel Broodthaers 3 Marcel Broodhaersplaats | B-1060 Brussels T: +32 2 535 15 17 | F: +32 2 535 14 01 meetings.brussels-midi@parkinn.com www.parkinn.com/hotel-brussels ■ accessible alone or with assistance | ■ Green Key | Safe hotels certified

PARK INN BY RADISSON BRUSSELS MIDI Located in a quiet inner courtyard away from the street, the Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi offers 142 guest rooms, of which Standard, Superior or Junior Suite categories. Guests will enjoy the lovely inner garden, free high speed Wi-Fi, top floor bright fitness area and secured underground parking.

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Situated south of Brussels city centre, next to Brussels Midi railway station, this property is a perfect base to connect with Eurostar, Thalys and ICE rail terminals. It’s also very easy to reach Brussels International airport (BRU) by train. The RBG Bar & Grill offers an extensive breakfast buffet, a weekly lunch menu made with fresh local ingredients as well as international and Belgian dishes available for dinner. For groups, the chef suggests various catering packages. Meetings & Events With 5 rooms located on the ground floor and 2 brand new meeting spaces overviewing Brussels from the hotel’s top floor, you can welcome up to 136 conference delegates. Conference facilities

Configuration (Nr of people)

hotels

Rooms 110

Meet-In Box 2

110

ICE

615

Eurostar

430

Thalys

378

Eurostar+Thalys

810

35/56

ICE+Eurostar

1045

49/70

ICE + Eurostar + Thalys

1420

132

136

108

70/98

755

Meet-Inn Lounge

540

RBG Seminar Restaurant

485

RBG Grill Restaurant

861

RBG Seminar + Grill

125

100

7th floor – Rooftop Meeting Rooms Rooftop 1+2

Ground Floor – Banquet & Event spaces

Lobby Lounge

125

RBG Bar

Patio Terrace

140

Other facilities: restaurant, bar, flip-chart, microphone, beamer, mobile TV stands, photocopy, printer, break-out rooms, meeting rooms, terrace, fitness, in-room safe, in-room tea and coffee facilities, seminar package, conference package, lounge, private parking, by-the-hour meeting room rental

ans/jaa

www.fetedelabd.brussel www.stripfeest.brussels

theatre style |

school style |

reception |

banquet style

Ground Floor – Meeting rooms Meet-In Box 1

106

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Facts and ﬁgures

One of the best restaurant scenes in Europe

109

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Large restaurants’ index (100 guest+)

110

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The Brusselicious label

112

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Restaurants descriptions

113

index of venues

venues

06 food & dining

One of the best restaurant scenes in Europe

4 ,000+ restaurants and 4,250+ bars to choose

from: an incredible variety, modernity and world-class cuisine at sensible prices, within a vast selection of places to eat

Gastronomy in Belgium is an "art de vivre". And Brussels has a recognised gastronomic heritage to experience. From street foods like chips or waffles to traditional dishes like croquettes, stoemp or mussels, not to mention Michelinstarred restaurants, world cuisine and gourmet restaurants. The choices are endless ! With Brussels being such a popular destination for meetings and events of all types, choosing the right caterers and dining spaces is an important decision that can set the tone for your whole event.

60 restaurants capable of catering for larger group dining

- more than 100 guests

To organise something truly unique, Brussels offers

many renowned activities

for gourmets’ groups: beer tastings, brewery experiences, chocolate workshops, cooking classes, tastings … (See the LEISURE IDEAS section)

The Brusselicious label lists the best spots that honour Belgian cuisine

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professional caterers, provide catering for all kind of events, of all sizes, be they for 5 people or for several thousand. Whether it's for a walking reception, a seated dinner, a conference lunch, a food corner reception, a conference break or an original concept, Brussels has it all, including sustainable meetings caterers!

Lists of caterers and restaurants for groups available at www.visit.brussels/en/ category/professionalservice-providers

food & dining

More than 200

Brussels has more than

This list includes Brussels’ restaurants offering a capacity for large groups (100+ guests)

food & dining

RESTAURANT

DISTRICT

WEB SITE

PHONE

CUISINE

SEATS

Armes De Bruxelles (Aux) (page 115)

Grand-Place district

www.auxarmesdebruxelles.be

+32 2 511 55 50

Belgian

170

Auberge de Boendael

Ixelles/Elsene

www.aubergedeboendael.be

+32 2 672 70 55

French

260

Autoworld Restaurant

Europe district

www.autoworldbrasserie.be

+32 2 732 22 87

French

200

Bazaar

Midi district

https://bazaarbrussels.be

+32 2 511 26 00

World | French

120

Belga Queen Brussels

Grand-Place district

www.belgaqueen.be

+32 2 217 21 87

Belgian

180

Blue Elephant

Uccle/Ukkel

www.blueelephant.com

+32 2 374 49 62

Thai

120

Bocconi (Hotel Amigo)

Grand-Place district

www.roccofortehotels.com

+32 2 547 47 15

Italian

110

Bozar Brasserie

Grand-Place district

www.bozarbrasserie.be

+32 2 503 00 00

Belgian

150

Brasserie de L'Ommegang

Grand-Place district

(reopen april 2018)

Brassery

300

Brasserie des Etangs Mellaerts

Woluwe

www.restauration-nouvelle.be

+32 2 779 36 19

French | Brassery

150

Brasserie du Heysel

Heysel/Heizel

www.restauration-nouvelle.be

+32 2 460 47 75

French | Belgian

150

Brussels Grill

Grand-Place district

https://brussels-grill.be/en

+ 32 2 219 12 19

Belgian

120

Callens Café

Louise district

www.callenscafe.be

+32 2 647 66 68

French | Belgian

200

Chalet de la Forêt

Ixelles/Elsene

www.lechaletdelaforet.be

+32 2 374 54 16

French | Belgian

150

Chalet de la Pede

Anderlecht

www.chaletdelapede.be

+32 2 521 50 54

French

180

Chalet du Laerbeek

Jette

www.restauration-nouvelle.be

+ 32 2 381 03 22

Belgian

200

Chalet Robinson

Louise district

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

+32 2 359 92 40

Brassery

300

Chez Léon, Friture Bruxelloise (page 113)

Grand-Place district

www.chezleon.be

+32 2 511 14 15

Belgian

420

Cité du Dragon (La)

Uccle/Ukkel

www.citedudragon.be

+32 2 375 80 80

Chinese

300

Cook & Book

Woluwe

www.cookandbook.be

+32 2 761 26 00

French | Italian

250

Cospaia (page 113)

Ixelles/Elsene

www.cospaia.be

+32 2 513 03 03

French | Belgian

100

Esprit de Sel Brasserie (L’)

Europe district

www.espritdesel.be

+32 2 230 60 40

Brassery

120

Hard Rock Cafe Brussels

Grand-Place district

www.hardrock.com/cafes/brussels/

+32 2 546 16 60

150

Kwint Brasserie

Grand-Place district

www.kwintbrussels.com

+32 2 505 95 95

French

110

La Brasserie du Prince d'Orange

Uccle/Ukkel

www.restauration-nouvelle.be

+32 2 375 23 05

Brassery

120

La Fabbrica

Rogier district

www.lafabbrica.be

+32 2 428 50 26

Italian

200

La Maison du Cygne

Grand-Place district

www.lamaisonducygne.be

+32 2 511 82 44

French

350

La Place (Hilton Brussels Grand-Place Hotel)

Grand-Place district

www.brusselsgrandplace.hilton.com

+32 2 548 47 16

French

Le Fils de Jules

Louise district

www.filsdejules.be

+32 2 534 00 57

French

Le Vignoble

Woluwe-Saint-Pierre

www.levignoble.be

+32 2 318 46 72

French

170

Les Jeux d’Hiver

Ixelles/Elsene

www.jeuxdhiver.be

+32 2 649 08 64

French | Belgian

150

Magellan (Le) (Hotel Bedford)

Grand-Place district

www.hotelbedford.be

+32 2 507 00 00

French

240

Manufacture (La)

Grand-Place district

www.manufacture.be

+32 2 502 25 25

Fusion

250

Meat Me (Marivaux Hotel)

Rogier district

www.hotelmarivaux.be

+32 2 227 04 00

Brassery

120

Midtown-Grill (Marriot Brussel Hotel)

Grand-Place district

www.midtowngrill.be

+ 32 2 269 77 44

Brassery

120

Moulin De Lindekemale

Woluwe

www.lindekemale.be

+32 2 770 90 57

French | Belgian

150

110

DISTRICT

WEB SITE

PHONE

CUISINE

SEATS

Musical Instruments Museum (MIM)

Grand-Place district

www.kmkg-mrah.be

+32 2 545 01 30

Brassery

130

Nemo33 Diving Centre

Forest/Vorst

www.nemo33.com

+32 2 332 33 34

Thai

150

Nouveau Taste (Hotel Crowne Plaza Brussels - Le Palace)

Rogier district

www.crowneplazabrussels.be

+32 2 203 62 00

World

150

Objectif (Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) (Hotel Berlaymont Brussels)

Europe district

www.galahotels.com

+32 2 231 09 09

French

140

Old Wild West

Grand-Place district

www.oldwildwest.be

+32 2 513 63 96

World | Latino | American

180

Orangerie du parc d'Egmont

Louise district

www.restauration-nouvelle.be

+32 2 513 99 48

Contemporary

120

Park Side Brasserie

Europe district

www.restoparkside.be

+32 2 238 08 08

Brassery

220

Quincaillerie (La)

Louise district

www.quincaillerie.be

+32 2 533 98 33

Brassery

215

Renaissance Brussels Hotel

Europe district

www.renaissancebrussels.com

+ 32 2 505 29 29

French | Belgian

150

Repos des Chasseurs (Au)

Boitsfort/Bosvoorde

http://au-repos-des-chasseurs.be/en/

+32 2 660 46 72

French | Italian

180

Rose Blanche (La)

Grand-Place district

www.roseblanche.be

+32 2 513 64 79

Belgian

120

Roy Espagne (Le)

Grand-Place district

www.roydespagne.be

+32 2 513 08 07

Brassery

110

Salon 58

Heysel/Heizel

www.salon58.com

+32 2 479 84 00

French | Asian

300

Scheltema

Grand-Place district

www.scheltema.be

+32 2 512 20 84

Seafood

200

Spirito Brussels

Ixelles/Elsene

www.spiritobrussels.com

+ 32 483 58 06 97

Fusion

100

Taverne du Passage

Grand-Place district

www.taverne-du-passage.be

+32 2 512 37 31

French | Brassery | Belgian

150

Teatro

Boitsfort/Bosvoorde

www.leteatro.be

+32 2 672 00 13

French

150

The Avenue - Warwick Barsey Hotel Brussels

Louise district

www.warwickhotels.com/barsey

+32 2 641 51 11

World | Belgian

150

Vert de Gris

Grand-Place district

www.vertdegris.be

+32 2 514 21 68

French

150

Victor Bozar

Grand-Place district

www.victorbozarcafe.be

+32 2 213 19 19

French | Belgian

100

Villa Lorraine

Uccle/Ukkel

www.villalorraine.be

+32 2 374 31 63

French

110

Volle Gas (page 115)

Ixelles/Elsene

www.restaurant-volle-gas-bruxelles.be

+32 2 502 89 17

Belgian

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Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this document was correct at the time of writing. Please contact the restaurants directly to confirm all information is still valid and to make your reservation.

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RESTAURANT

❘ THE BRUSSELICIOUS LABEL Ample and convivial, Belgian cuisine is rich in tradition and age-old recipes. Its roots lie in the land and the sea. Its signature products are chocolate, beer and chips, accessible to, and enjoyed by, just about everyone.

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The selection of Belgian/Brusselier restaurants is particularly vast in the capital. The Brusselicious label lists the best spots that honour this Belgian cuisine. Each certified establishment has its own personality but all endeavour to defend the values of local cuisine: simple, convivial and tasty. The final selection was conducted by a panel of culinary journalists, who have considered the presence of distinctive dishes on the menu, ingredients used, overall quality and service.

RESTAURANT

DISTRICT

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CUISINE

Au Grand Forestier

Boitsfort/Bosvoorde

www.augrandforestier.be

+32 2 672 57 79

Belgian

Au Vieux Bruxelles

Louise district

www.auvieuxbruxelles.com

+32 2 503 31 11

Belgian

Au Vieux Saint-Martin

Grand-Place district

www.auvieuxsaintmartin.be

+32 2 512 64 76

Belgian

Belga Queen

Grand-Place district

www.belgaqueen.be

+32 2 217 21 87

Belgian

Belle Maraichère (La)

Grand-Place district

www.labellemaraichere.com

+32 2 512 97 59

Belgian

Brasserie de la Gare

Berchem

www.brasseriedelagareberchem.be

+32 2 469 10 09

Belgian

Brasserie Ploegmans

Grand-Place district

www.ploegmans.be

+32 2 503 21 24

Belgian

Brigittines (Les)

Grand-Place district

www.lesbrigittines.com

+32 2 512 68 91

Belgian

Canterbury (Le)

Ixelles/Elsene

www.lecanterbury.be

+32 2 646 83 93

Belgian

Chez Léon

Grand-Place district

www.chezleon.be

+32 2 511 14 15

Belgian

Chou De Bruxelles (Le)

Ixelles/Elsene

www.lechoudebruxelles.be

+32 2 537 69 95

Belgian

Friture René

Anderlecht

+32 2 523 28 76

Belgian

Guinguette En Ville (La)

Grand-Place district

+32 2 229 02 22

Belgian

Le Relais Saint-Job

Uccle/Ukkel

www.relaisstjob.be

+32 2 375 57 24

Belgian

Petit Palais (Le )

Grand-Place district

www.lepetitpalais.be

+32 2 512 10 12

Belgian

Restaurant François

Grand-Place district

www.restaurant-francois.be

+32 2 511 60 89

Belgian

Restaurant Vincent

Grand-Place district

www.restaurantvincent.be

+32 2 511 26 07

Belgian

Restobières

Grand-Place district

www.restobieres.eu

+32 2 511 55 83

Belgian

Roue D'Or (La)

Grand-Place district

www.resto.be/rouedor

+32 2 514 25 54

Belgian

T Kelderke

Grand-Place district

www.restaurant-het-kelderke.be

+32 2 513 73 44

Belgian

Taverne du Passage (La)

Grand-Place district

www.taverne-du-passage.be

+32 2 512 37 31

Belgian

Viva M'Boma

Grand-Place district

www.vivamboma.be

+32 2 512 15 93

Belgian

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Chez

Cospaia

Within a stone’s from the Brussels’ Grand’Place, Rue des Bouchers 18 Beenhouwersstraat | B-1000 throw Brussels T: +32 2 511 14 15 | F: +32 2 514 02 31 aLEON CHEZ features 420 seats located in 9 historical Within stone’s throw from the Brussels’ Grand’Place, welcome@leon1893.com houses and is Belgium’s largest restaurant. CHEZ LEON features 420 seats located in 9 historical www.chezleon.be

Rue Crespel 1 Crespelstraat B-1050 Brussels T: +32 2 513 03 03 info@cospaia.be www.cospaia.be ●

Its banquet situated on the 1rst floor have a houses and isrooms Belgium’s largest restaurant. CHEZ LÉON seating capacity 18 up to Its banquet rooms of situated on232 thepeople. 1rst floor have a a stone’s throw from the Brussels’ Grand’Place, ItWithin all started in 1893 just five tables, but through seating capacity of 18with up to 232 people. CHEZ LEON features 420 seats located in 9 historical simplicity, direct and warm welcome its Itits all started in its 1893 with just five tables, butand through houses and is Belgium’s largest restaurant. picturesque has and wonits the its simplicity, atmosphere, its direct andCHEZ warmLEON welcome Its banquet rooms situated on the 1rst floor have a hearts of the national and international public with picturesque atmosphere, seating capacity of 18 upCHEZ to 232 LEON people.has won the its Belgian cuisine. hearts of the national and international public with It all started in 1893 with just five tables, but through Not to be missed, blond generous ‘LEON its Belgian cuisine. its simplicity, its the direct andand warm welcome and its Beer’, brewed in Belgium our restaupicturesque atmosphere, CHEZ LEONforhas won the Not to be missed, the blondexclusively and generous ‘LEON hearts of the national andexclusively international with its rant in the heart of Brussels. Beer’, brewed in Belgium forpublic our restau-

COSPAIA Cospaia: since 2005 an ‘international style’ restaurant with a lovely French-Belgian cuisine but also with the best cocktailbar in Brussels. Located on the famous Boulevard Toison d’Or near Avenue Louise. The interior design is by Marcel Wolterinck. It’s concept is unique and mysterious Drinks - receptions - walking diners - diners - business activities - weddings - parties. It is possible to privatize one or more rooms for communions, weddings, birthday parties and business events.

Belgian cuisine.

Map Grand-Place district

rant in the heart of Brussels. Not to be missed, the blond and generous ‘LEON Beer’, Open 7/7 days non-stop from 11h30 until 23h00 brewed in Belgium exclusively for our restaurant in the (week) from 11h30 until and 7/7 days non-stop from 23h30 11h30 (friday until 23h00 heart ofand Brussels. E3 Open E3 Saturday). (week) and from 11h30 until 23h30 (friday and Open 7/7 days non-stop from 11h30 until 23h00

Louise district

(week) and from 11h30 until 23h30 (friday and Saturday).

• Salon Cospaia (private room for up to 50 persons) • one of the 2 rooms in the restaurant (Baroque up to 60 persons and Silver up to 30) • our cosy bar (up to 150 persons standing)

Saturday).

• The terrace: 150m2 open space in Summer, covered and heated in Winter! 80 persons dinner or 200 standing Cuisine: Belgian - French, International - Fusion

Large cocktail bar - cosy lounge seating - Terrace Contemporary surroundings, Air conditioning, Disabled Access, Parking Open Monday - Saturday from 18h till closing At noon on Monday till Friday from 12-14

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Rue des Bouchers 18 Beenhouwersstraat | B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 511 14 15 | F: +32 2 514 02 31 Rue des Bouchers 18 Beenhouwersstraat | B-1000 Brussels welcome@leon1893.com T: +32 2 511 14 15 | F: +32 2 514 02 31 www.chezleon.be welcome@leon1893.com Léon www.chezleon.be

The two unmissable, hundred–year–old culinary institutions in Brussels

AUX ARMES DE BRUXELLES Rue des Bouchers 13, 1000 Bruxelles Tel. : +32 (0) 2 511 55 50 www.auxarmesdebruxelles.com

CHEZ LÉON Rue des Bouchers 18, 1000 Bruxelles Tel. : +32 (0)2 511 14 15 www.chezleon.be

FROM 12 TO 150 BANQUET PLACES

FROM 15 TO 230 BANQUET PLACES

Private banquet rooms

Restaurateur since 1888 | Authentic Belgian Traditional cuisine OPEN 7D/7 FROM 11.30AM TO 11PM. Friday and Saturday until 11.30pm

Aux Armes de Bruxelles

Volle Gas

Rue des Bouchers 13 Beenhouwersstraat I B-1000 Brussels T: +32 2 511 55 50 welcome@adb1921.com www.auxarmesdebruxelles.com

Place Fernand Coq 21 B-1050 Brussels T: +32 2 502 89 17 F: +32 2 513 46 96 info@vollegas.be www.restaurant-volle-gas-bruxelles.be

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AUX ARMES DE BRUXELLES

VOLLE GAS

In our private dining rooms hosting from 12 to150 people, we cater for both private receptions and business dinners. A dining hot spot, our establishment is brimming with 100-years history and offers elegant, classic home cooking and authentic traditional Belgian recipes.

A TYPICAL BRUSSELS BRASSERIE Located at 21 place Fernand Cocq in Ixelles, with a terrace on the square and a warm, classic interior, this restaurant is so characteristic of the local lifestyle that French comedian and filmmaker Dany Boon filmed some scenes of his film Rien à Déclarer here.

From express lunches to full menus, everything is considered to make every visit a delicious culinary experience. With traditional, homely yet elegant Brussels décor, quality service, a friendly setting steeped in history and a wide range of menus specially developed by our chef.

Rabbit in Kriek beer, Zeeland mussels and Malines chicken in a morel cream sauce are three examples of a cuisine that is loyal to the local culinary traditions. A touch of creativity has been added to the dishes, which are also available for delivery.

Aux Armes de Bruxelles is one of your unmissable culinary stops in Brussels!

A FESTIVE VENUE The music, often jazz, the monumental oak bar, the smiles and speciality beers... There's no fuss here, just a relaxed and fun atmosphere. The Volle Gas also hosts your receptions, banquets and celebrations for up to 120 people in it's vast upstairs room.

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A VERY BELGIAN MENU

Tel: 02.502.89.17 | Place Fernand Cocq 21 1050 BRUSSELS

Tel: 02.502.89.17 | Place Fernand Cocq 21 1050 BRUSSELS Tel: 02.502.89.17 | Place Fernand Cocq 21 1050 115

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Heritage

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Art Nouveau & Art Deco

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Europe

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Gastronomy

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LGBT

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07 leisure idea

Experience the many possibilities in Brussels

What to tell your delegates while in Brussels We all know how difficult it is to capture the essence of a city in just a few hours. We have prepared a selection of easily available and seasonal things to do in Brussels that will correspond to your delegates' interests – there's no time for boredom! See pages 129-146

This section aims to enable you and your participants to discover Brussels through various inspiring programmes that will appeal to all tastes.

Brussels is a city where business, urban spirit cosmopolitan atmosphere, and leisure activities, blend harmoniously.

Discover a surprising side of Brussels or motivate your team with a group activity

Our proposals cater for all types of people, from creative free spirits and sports enthusiasts to scientific researchers and traditional business travellers. They offer a range of activities that run from discovering the city, to role playing and movie making.

Contacts and links to find out more • Index of proposed professional services partners in the following pages

We are eager to share our passion for Brussels with you!

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Brussels' cultural agenda: www.agenda.brussels

•

Museums and exhibitions, or activities for professionals: www.visit.brussels

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Group activities, social programmes, incentives and team-building activities, for your participants

When it comes to leisure activities and experiencing Brussels’ iconic landmarks and attractions, your participants will not be disappointed. Discover the many incentives and team-building options for groups, or go the extra mile, for delegates who choose Brussels as their destination. p ages 129-146

TEAM BUILDING

GREEN & SUSTAINABILITY

URBAN & JAZZ

COMICS

SPORTIVE

GASTRONOMY

EUROPE

CONTEMPORARY ARTS & CREATION

HERITAGE & ARTS

TOURING BRUSSELS

leisure ideas

COMPANY

WEBSITE

@dmire

www.admire.be

Action Team Training

www.actionteamtraining.com

Alleluias Events

www.alleluias.com

Annapurna Consult

www.annapurna.be

ARAU

www.arau.org

Arkadia

www.arkadia.be

Atelier Isabelle de Borchgrave

www.isabelledeborchgrave.com

Beer Storming

www.beerstorming.net

Beaubelge

www.beaubelge.be

Belgian Chocolate Village

www.belgianchocolatevillage.be

Belgian Comic Strip Center

www.cbbd.be

Belgium Beer days

www.belgiumbeerdays.com

Bravo Discovery

www.bravodiscovery.com

Brewspot (page 125)

www.brewspot.com

Brilliant Belgium

www.xoprivate.com/destinationmasters/brilliant-belgium/

Brilliant Ideas

www.brilliantideas.travel

Brukselbinnestenbuiten

www.brukselbinnenstebuiten.be

Brussels BeerProject

www.beerproject.be

Brussels by Water

www.brusselsbywater.be

Brussels Chatterguides

www.brusselschatterguides.be

Brussels Circus School

www.ecbru.be

Brussels Flight Simulators

www.brusselsflightsimulators.com

Brussels Segway

www.segwaybrussels.be

FCM Events

www.fcmtravel.com/en-be/services/group-travel-meetings-events

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X x

X x X X X

X X X

X X

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SPORTIVE

TEAM BUILDING

GREEN & SUSTAINABILITY

URBAN & JAZZ

COMICS

GASTRONOMY

EUROPE

CONTEMPORARY ARTS & CREATION

HERITAGE & ARTS

WEBSITE

Brussels Sightjogging

www.brusselssightjogging.com

Bus Bavard

www.bruxellesbavard.be

Cactus

www.cactus.brussels

Champignon de Bruxelles

www.lechampignondebruxelles.be

Choco-Story Brussels

www.choco-story-brussels.be

Choux de Bruxelles

www.chouxdebruxelles.be

City Run

www.cityruns.net

Concept Chocolat

www.conceptchocolate.eu

Criollo Events

www.criolloevents.com

Delvaux

www.delvaux.com

Dinner in the sky

www.dinnerinthesky.be

Discover Belgium

www.discover-belgium.be

Discover-B

www.discover-b.be

Drone-Towers- Incentive Tech

www.drone-towers.be

Ecco La Luna (page 126)

www.eccolaluna.be

E-guides

www.e-guides.be

Escape Prod

www.escapeprod.com

Esebo

www.esebo.be

Eureka Events

www.eurekaevents.be

Event Masters

www.eventmasters.be

Event Mosaic

www.eventmosaic.be

Events in the sky

www.dinnerinthesky.com

Explore.Brussels

www.explore.brussels

www.fabiennedelvigne.be

Fais le trottoir

www.faisletrottoir.com

X X

X X X

X X

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TOURING BRUSSELS

COMPANY

leisure ideas

www.frajlick.com

Fun Quest

www.funquest.be

Global Entreprises

www.globalentreprises.be

Groovy Brussels

www.groovybrussels.com

Guides Brussels Belgium

www.guidesbrussels.be

In&Out

www.inandout.be

Itinéraires Sentier de l'Histoire

www.itineraires.be

Kizombalove Academy dance

www.kizombalove.com

Klare Lijn

www.klarelijn.be

Koezio

www.koezio.be

Konki

www.konki.be

Korei

www.korei.be

La Cuisine de Flore

www.lacuisinedeflore.com

Lasergame

www.lasergamebrussels.com

Laurent Gerbaud Chocolate Workshop

www.chocolatsgerbaud.be

L'Echappée Bière (page 125)

www.echappee-biere.com

Les Bijoux de Marie-France

www.lesbijouxdemariefrance.eu

Les Secrets du Chef

www.lessecretsduchef.be

Little Food

www.littlefood.org

Maison Carine Gilson

www.carinegilson.com

Maison NATAN

www.natan.be

Manacoach

www.manacoach.com

Mixua

www.mixua.be

TEAM BUILDING

Frajlick civilization & communications

URBAN & JAZZ

www.be.fcm.travel

SPORTIVE

FCM Travel Solutions

GREEN & SUSTAINABILITY

WEBSITE

COMICS

GASTRONOMY

EUROPE

CONTEMPORARY ARTS & CREATION

HERITAGE & ARTS

TOURING BRUSSELS

COMPANY

X X X

X X

X X X

X x

x X

X X

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www.nemo33.com

Ocean Diva Belgium

www.oceandiva.be

Oh chef

www.oh-chef.be

Once in Brussels

www.onceinbrussels.be

Organization Services

www.organization-services.com

Ovation

https://ovationdmc.com/ destinations/belgium

Papabubble

www.papabubble.be

Perfect Plus Events

www.perfectplus.be

Permafungi

www.permafungi.be

PlanÃ¨te Chocolat

www.planetechocolat.be

Pro Velo

www.provelo.org

Promo Events

www.promoevents.be

Qui veut pister Bruxelles (only in French)

www.quiveutpisterbruxelles.com

RiverTours

www.rivertours.be

Sasasa

www.sasasa.be

Segway Brussels

www.segwaybrussels.be

Sem'On Business

www.semonbusiness.com

Smets Premium Store Brussels

www.smets.lu

Sterkmans Events

www.SterkmansEvents.eu

The Brussels Journey

www.thebrusselsjourney.com

The Escape Hunt Experience

www.brussels.escapehunt.com

The Good Time Company

www.thegoodtimecompany.com

TEAM BUILDING

Nemo33 Diving Centre

URBAN & JAZZ

www.mmmmh.be

SPORTIVE

Mmmmh !

GREEN & SUSTAINABILITY

WEBSITE

COMICS

GASTRONOMY

EUROPE

CONTEMPORARY ARTS & CREATION

HERITAGE & ARTS

TOURING BRUSSELS

COMPANY

X X X

x X

X X

X x

x X

X X

X X X

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Virtual Room Brussels

www.virtual-room.com

Vizit

www.vizit.be

Voyage à Travers les Sens

www.voyageatraverslessens.be

Vroumekes

www.vroumekes.com

Waffle workshop

www.waffleworkshop.com

Wannapplay (page 126)

www.wannapplay.com

We Make You Happy

www.wemakeyouhappy.be

Woodcutter

www.woodcutter.be

Xception Events

www.xception.be

Zaabär

www.chocolissimo.be/fr/ events-zaabar

TEAM BUILDING

www.verhulst.be

URBAN & JAZZ

Verhulst Events

SPORTIVE

www.turpitour.be

GREEN & SUSTAINABILITY

Turpitour

COMICS

www.tramexperience.be

GASTRONOMY

Tram Experience

EUROPE

www.visit.brussels/en/event/ Innerrooms-of-the-Town-Hallof-Brussels

CONTEMPORARY ARTS & CREATION

Town Hall guided tour

HERITAGE & ARTS

WEBSITE

TOURING BRUSSELS

COMPANY

X X X

X X

X X X

X X

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this document was correct at the time of writing. Please contact the services providers and agencies directly to confirm all information is still valid and to make your reservation.

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L’Echappée Bière Belgique

BrewSpot

Rue Léon Mignonstraat 47 | B-1050 Brussels T: +32 476 78 56 25 contact@echappee-biere.com www.echappee-biere.com

Rue Arsène Matton straat 34 | B-1325 Dion-Valmont T: +32 494 26 42 54 contact@brewspot.com www.brewspot.com

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L’ECHAPPÉE BIÈRE BELGIQUE

BREWSPOT

Beer Discoveries (L’Echappée Bière) is the very first tourism and event agency dedicated to beer. We organise your corporate activities, seminars and offers you tailor made packages for your venues in Belgium. We offer breweries’visits, tastings, treasure hunts, beer casinos, cocktails and many other activities related to beer. Beer discoveries strives to make you discover beer in a playful, greedy and participative way. Make your event/activity unforgettable and unique is our motto!

Since 2011, BrewSpot has developed an expertise in beerrelated team building events. Our brewers will teach you beer making during a breathtaking activity that your colleagues will remember for years. We offer various formulas depending on your needs, from fast paced to studious activities. Our workshops are flexible and welcome from 10 to 200 participants in one of our partner locations or in any other location that you would attend to your needs.

Staff: 10

Staff: 25

Type of company:

Type of company: Incentive Team Building

Incentive Discover Brussels Gastronomy Team Building

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In addition, we have developed our “Belgian Experience” offer to provide a full-scale immersion into the making of our two national products: beer & chocolate! Guided by professionals, you will learn everything about chocolate and beer making! We take care of everything: your stay, catering and conferences. Get a quote within 24h!

leisure ideas

While fun is central to our activities, we have developed several formulas that are meant to maximize interactions between your colleagues and will help them work on creative problem solving skills.

ecco la luna

wannapplay

vluchtenboerstraat 27A | B-9890 Gavere T: +32 9 245 82 88 info@eccolaluna.be www.eccolaluna.be

Rue Bara 175 Barastraat | B-1070 Brussels T: +32 2 560 21 16 start@wannapplay.com www.wannapplay.com ●

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ECCO LA LUNA

WANNAPPLAY

Creative, playful and sometimes very simple. Whether it’s a team event, seminar or an incentive for your company, school or group of friends, the activities of Ecco La Luna bring out the best in every participant!

As a Company a Venue or an Event Agency YOU are willing to organize an event on the Belgian soil. YOU would like your delegates to share a great moment together while discovering a place or eating. What a great teambuilding/incentive it would be… but YOU think you won’t have enough time and/or the group is too big for such an activity.

Choose a sparkling program, a custom-made event or a fun standard format. We have a wide range of activities: such as a mobile escape box, city games in a city by choice, GPS games, 2CV tours, tours with different means of transport, tandem quests, different workshops and so much more. Every format is a fun combination of original, creative and intellectual challenges, served with a culinary twist. Team spirit, cooperation, perseverance, speed, agility, tactical insight…

TRY US ! WE provide you with innovative solutions that can be played INDOOR or OUTDOOR during a dinner or between two meetings to reinforce the cohesion or for a successful product launch from 20 to 1.500 delegates at once. HOW do we do that ?

leisure ideas

Staff: 4

Staff: 21

Type of company:

Incentive Discover Brussels, Art Nouveau, Team Building, Green, Comics

Team Building Events (seminars, incentives, family day, ...) Learning Leisure us about your team, needs, dreams, ...

Membership(s) professional bodies: urbangaming Worldwide & reseau-teambuilding.eu

We transform cities, hotels, offices, congress centers into boardgames. We use one of our dedicated applications and our touch pads. We upload the serious game that fits your needs. We can partly or fully customize the content depending on a theme or a learning session. We are flexible Our activity can be played on the way in between two venues. We are looking forward to meeting with you and to speak about our passion. We gamify your events.

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festivals, exhibitions, concerts, dance, theatre, events... for the latest, up-to-the-minute information: www.agenda.brussels

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Multiple ways of discovering the city Brussels is a hub of creativity, arts and culture. You can make your event truly memorable by choosing from programmes that will interest all your participants, whatever their interests.

“Our guide had a wonderfully unique way of recounting

For groups or individual delegates, you are spoiled for choice with themes such as Art Nouveau, the European Quarter, culinary adventures (beer and chocolate tastings or waffle and chocolate workshops), modern art and architecture, iconic cartoons, street art, ecology and sport.

the stories and anecdotes of Brussels’ Grand-Place and its surrounding area. I would definitely highly

Transport options in Brussels are among the most varied and convenient in the world. You can walk and jog, cycle on traditional and electric bikes, take a bus, Segway, boat or a waterbus. You can even choose a horse-drawn carriage, vintage cars or a tuk-tuk!

Evelyne G. (France)

Last but not least, and depending on your programme choice, you will be accompanied by a guide who speaks your language. Do it your way! Brussels is full of surprises – for everybody!

Discover the city with a guide: ●

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For your first visit, take a hop-on hop-off bus tour: the pleasant bus tour around Brussels will give you a great overview of the city and its attractions

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Discover Brussels’ famous characters: meet Jacques Brel, Victor Hugo or Solvay, in a different, exciting way

Main partners are listed in the previous pages

For groups: organisations proposing standard or themed visits, in over 15 languages are gathered in a dedicated online tool and in the Sales Guide: www.visit.brussels/en/toursforgroups (translated in 5 languages) ●

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For individuals: daily or weekly public tours are recommended here: www.visit.brussels/en/guided-tour (translated in FR, NL and EN)

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recommend these places.”

Famed for its legendary Grand-Place (a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998) and the no less famous Manneken-Pis, who is undeniably part and parcel of Brussels’ cultural heritage, the capital of Europe is also one of the cradles of Surrealism, of which René Magritte is a figurehead, and Art Nouveau. By 1890, Horta, Hankar, Cauchie and Blerot were breaking boundaries to create a total and organic art, deploying its curves and arabesques in magnificent townhouses, furniture, decorative objects, and crockery. This movement, as creative as it was shortlived, was to evolve into the sleeker and more geometric Art Deco of which many listed examples adorn the streets of the city. With its rich heritage, Brussels also boasts a wealth of museums that criss-cross its territory and are real tourist hubs.

AN EXPERT TIP! The Sewers Museum offers an extraordinary trip into a very hidden side of Brussels. The sewer network under the city is nearly 350km long!

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With its particularly rich historical and artistic heritage, Brussels continues to surprise and move visitors from all over the world.

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Book a private guided tour to visit the heart of Brussels and its remarkable downtown sites located between the Central Station, the Cathedral, the Royal Saint Hubert galleries, the Beguinage, the former old port and the GrandPlace

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Discover Brussels' majestic Town Hall and combine the guided tour with a cocktail reception

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Immerse yourself in the era of Breughel thanks to a themed tour. 2019 celebrates a special anniversary: 450 years of his death

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Let an expert guide you throught the city's authentic old dead-end streets: narrow alleyways that used to be home to small street trades (ragmen, scrap dealers, knife sharpeners, lace makers and many others)

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Roleplay: meet Brussels’ most famous "ketje" while playing “Who has kidnapped Manneken Pis?”

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 450th anniversary of Brueghel’s death

Visit of the Royal Palace

www.brueghel.brussels | All year round

www.monarchie.be | 22.07.2019 - 01.09.2019

Museum Night Fever

Flowertime

www.museumnightfever.be | 23.02.2019

www.flowertime.be | 14 - 18.08.2019

The Royal Greenhouses

Heritage Days

www.monarchie.be | mid-April – mid-May 2019

14 & 15.09.2019

Carolus V Festival

Winter Wonders

www.carolusfestival.brussels May - September 2019

www.winterwonders.be | 29.11.2019 - 02.01.2020

Belgian National Day www.sibp.be | 21.07.2019

“Our overall experience in Brussels was fantastic! We saw several museums and spent time in the areas that are full of heritage houses. It’s a memorable city.” Franz B. (Germany)

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For an incredible panoramic view of the city, head to the Palace of Justice esplanade

Atomium Popular, world-famous and one-of-a-kind landmark www.atomium.be

Maison du Roi, Brussels City Museum History of the city www.brusselscitymuseum.brussels

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Discover the inside of Brussels' Town Hall thanks to guided tours every Wednesday afternoon or all day Sunday

BELvue Museum Discover the intense history of Belgium www.belvue.be

AfricaMuseum Immerse yourself in Africa’s natural diversity and culture www.africamuseum.be

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Stroll around the historic city centre which bears witness to its rich cultural past. It will take you from the upper part of the city and the Royal district, down to the old streets and markets of the city centre in the lower part of the city Go for a ‘City Run’ or ‘Sight-jogging’ for a guided run with a personal trainer

Centre for Fine Arts – BOZAR Home to all artistic disciplines www.bozar.be Halle Gate Last of the city's preserved 14th century gates www.kmkg-mrah.be/halle-gate

Old Masters Museum Fines arts from the 15th to the 18th century www.fine-arts-museum.be Musée Magritte Museum A fascinating way to discover the painter www.musee-magritte-museum.be Sewer Museum Unusual trip into a very hidden side of Brussels www.sewermuseum.brussels

The Royal Palace

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In Brussels, the streets speak for themselves: it is a city where the creative genius of the fin-de-siècle bloomed, often understated, in the shadow of Europe’s other great metropolises. And yet, it is here that Art Nouveau remains inspired, unaffected, and immortal and shows its complex and exquisite beauty to the public. Join us to commemorate the work of this extraordinary architect!

AN EXPERT TIP! Visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart: the fifth biggest church in the world and the largest Art Deco building ever constructed. It also offers you a breathtaking panoramic view of the city

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The legacy of Art Nouveau (and to a lesser extent, Art Deco which developed in the 1920s) lives on in Brussels and flourishes with buildings in each of its neighbourhoods, particularly the well-to-do communes of Ixelles and Saint-Gilles. These houses – some 500 intact buildings including shops, cafés and private houses – can be found across the city. Belgium’s most prominent architect, Victor Horta, had caught on to the style just as it emerged and began to design brick-and-stone artworks of his own, which bore Art Nouveau's characteristics inside and out. The spiralling staircases resembled curving shells, the windows took their shapes from flowers and cosmic geometrics, the columns and walls seemed to dance to a harmony of colours and parabola.

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Why not plan, during the BANAD festival in March or by private appointment, a guided tour of an exceptional Art Nouveau interior which is normally closed to the public

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Organise a cocktail-reception in a marvellous Art Nouveau interior such as the Max Hallet House or Dine into Art Deco interiors like the lovely Taverne du Passage

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 Brussels Art Nouveau & Art Deco Festival

Wolfers Stores

www.banad.brussels | 16 - 31/03/2019

www.kmkg-mrah.be | 2019 (full year)

The Temple of Human Passions

AN & AD Mansions

www.kmkg-mrah.be | March - October 2019

www.explore.brussels | 2019 (every weekend)

Artonov Festival www.festival-artonov.eu | October 2019

“We could not have dreamed of a better way to discover Brussels’ Art Nouveau jewels: an Art Nouveau walking tour with an exceptional visit to Solvay House.” Diane P. (Australia)

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To discover Brussels’ Art Nouveau buildings, there are of course the museums (the Horta Museum, MIM, etc.), but we also suggest a walk in one of Ixelles' neighbourhoods like Bailli/ Châtelain

Horta Museum

The Van Buuren Museum and Gardens

The house and studio of architect Victor Horta www.hortamuseum.be

Living Art Deco Academy www.museumvanbuuren.be

MIM - Musical Instruments Museum

The Belgian Comic Strip Center

A jewel of the Art Nouveau style www.mim.be

A magnificent Art Nouveau building www.comicscenter.net

Go for a stroll through SaintGilles, one of the city's most eclectic communes, where you will find a great concentration of architectural masterpieces

Fin-de-siècle Museum

Centre for Fine Arts – BOZAR

Crossroads of Europe at turn of the century www.fine-arts-museum.be

An impressive Art deco building www.bozar.be

Maison Autrique

Koekelberg Basilica

A major site of Brussels’ architectural heritage www.autrique.be

The world's fifth largest church www.basilicakoekelberg.be

Get hold of the Art Nouveau itinerary maps by explore.brussels or ARAU, and enjoy your own themed walk

Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain An Art Deco masterpiece www.villaempain.com

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Hotel Hanon

Brussels' Art Nouveau

The announcement of the opening of the brand new Kanal-Centre Pompidou modern art museum, built in the former Citroën warehouse - an imposing 38,000-square-metre ‘glass cathedral’ Art Deco building - is going to play a major role in the presence and growth of contemporary art in Brussels. In terms of creation, Brussels has many assets: the streets are dotted with countless galleries, collectors and art centres to please an ever-increasing international audience. Lots of international artists have made the Belgian capital their home. Not a day goes by without an event coming to stimulate its cultural scene: the opening of an exhibition, a fair or trade show, a conference or themed guided tour… Contemporary art is alive and evolving in all its forms. It’s even spilling out onto the streets and walls of the city. Numerous players contribute to this richness. Brussels has a lively design and fashion scene, and a style all of its own. There are also original programmes for exclusive gala evenings, fashion shows and private shopping.

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 Brussels Dance

Brussels Gallery Weekend

www.brusselsdance.eu | 06.02 - 06.04.2019

www.brusselsgalleryweekend.com | September 2019

Art Brussels www.artbrussels.com | 25 - 28.04.2019

Poppositions www.poppositions.com | April 2019

Kunstenfestivaldesarts

Art on Paper www.artonpaper.be | September 2019

Brussels Day of Renaissance

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Brussels is fast becoming an international centre for modern and contemporary art. The cultural landscape is changing the face of the city. New museums and exhibitions are making the Belgian capital one of Europe’s top destinations.

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Book a guide for your private fashion shopping spree. Come and meet the world of Belgian designers

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EXPERT TIPS! Don’t miss the view from Wiels, which has a rooftop bar! The view on the MIMA’s terrace also provides a wonderful panoramic view of the changing city. Make sure you that you go to BOZAR’s Walther König bookshop, it's the perfect place to find an original gift!

www.bozar.be | May > September 2019

www.kfda.be | 10.05 - 01.06.2019

Festival International des Brigittines www.brigittines.be | 16.08 - 31.08.2019

“The Biennale Contemporary Art exceeded our expectations. It was fantastic, with friendly guides and outstanding organisation. The exhibitions in the Wiels and the MIMA were stunning.” Greta W. (The Netherlands)

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Brussels' quirky streets hide many art galleries, eclectic exhibitions and, above all, original new architecture that perfectly melts into the urban fabric. Head down-town, to the Louise neighbourhood or to Ixelles and you'll find them with the neca.brussels map

CIVA Architectural landscape and urban culture www.civa.brussels

Wiels A leading institution for contemporary art in Europe www.wiels.org

CAB FOUNDATION Projects and exhibitions in contemporary art www.fondationcab.com

Centrale for Contemporary Art View the work of local artists with an international perspective. An art space that's open to the world www.centrale.brussels

NECANew Exhibitions Of Contemporary Art www.neca.be Kanal – Centre Pompidou A brand new art platform in the heart of the city www.kanal.brussels

Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain A dialogue between Oriental and Western cultures www.villaempain.com

La Loge High-quality calendar that plays a critical role in today’s culture www.la-loge.be

MIMA, Millennium Iconoclast Museum of Art Explores the history of culture 2.0 www.mimamuseum.eu

Wiels

ADAM - Brussels Design Museum Dedicated to plastic art and design www.adamuseum.be

Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain

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Vanhaerents Art Collection Unique collection of contemporary art www.vanhaerentsartcollection.com

BOZAR Centre for Fine Arts and architectural masterpiece by Victor Horta www.bozar.be

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EXPERT TIPS! Start your visit to the European Parliament in Brussels at Station European Parliament (Place du Luxembourg) for detailed information about the activities organised and the visits on offer

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“It was wonderful to discover that Brussels is such a walkable open-air market on Sundays,

Enjoy a spectacular view of the European Quarter and the whole of Brussels by visiting the Triumphal Arch of the Cinquantenaire (access via the Army Museum)

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Discover the heart of European democracy thanks to a combined tour at the European Parliament Hemicycle, the Parlamentarium and House of European History

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Meet an EU official of one of the five major institutions and enjoy a general or tailor-made presentation about the EU or a specific EU subject that concerns your personal interest

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Visit the Europa building and admire the magnificent ‘lantern’ and the interior design where European heads of states and ministers meet to make life changing decisions that affect the whole of Europe

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Take advantage of the neighbourhood to visit the Art & History Museum, Autoworld, with its exceptional old timers and, finally, The Royal Museum of the Army and Military History.

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Have an exclusive guided tour of an Art Nouveau or Art Deco interior in the European Quarter (Hôtel van Eetvelde and Maison Cauchie).

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Explore the European Quarter in a whole new way by taking up challenges at must see locations. Thanks to Wanna-Play, try a guided interactive city game on a tablet that combines the real world and the virtual world

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The “Brussels, a world in a city” workshop with, for the European Quarter, focus on Saint-Josses’ “Petite Anatolie”, a Turkish neighbourhood next to the European quarter

city. Go to Place Jourdan for its

Don’t miss out on the following public spaces and architectural attractions: Station Europe, Esplanade Solidarnosc, the Europa building, the Paul-Henri Spaak building and the Berlaymont

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Brussels is the bustling capital of 500 million Europeans and also the second most cosmopolitan city in the world, where no less than 184 different nationalities live and mingle. Nowhere is this multicultural microcosm more palpable than in the European Quarter. Its imposing architecture, its countless restaurants, cafés, bookshops, grocery shops – worthy representatives of all EU countries, as well as interesting visits to important EU institutions and an array of international first-rate museums attract more and more visitors each year. The cultural offer reflects its intrinsic and colourful diversity: Europe is your oyster!

where people just walk around leisurely browsing and taking in

Ken K. (Canada)

Plunge into the European Quarter and stroll around the neighbourhood streets

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UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 Restless Youth - Growing up in Europe, 1945 to now House of the European History | 01.03.2019 29.02.2020

YoFest

Election night www.europarl.europa.eu/visiting | 26.05.2019

Jubelfestival www.jubelfestival.eu | 06 - 08.09.2019

www.yofest.eu | 27.04.2019

Open Day of the European institutions www.europa.eu.european-union | 04.05.2019

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The European Parliament Hemicycle, The Parlamentarium and House of European History:

The House of European History A journey through Europe’s history www.historia-europe.ep.eu

Parlamentarium Europe’s largest parliamentary visitor centre www.europarl.europa.eu

The European Parliament Visit the hemicycle www.europarl.europa.eu

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Take a cultural break during lunch time on Tuesday: each week the House of the European History provides a lunch tour

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Join Loïc’s tour and learn about lobbies

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Ride in a Citroën 2CV to explore the European Quarter and the Cinquantenaire with Brussels on Wheels

Mini-Europe A whistle-stop tour around Europe www.minieurope.com

Natural Sciences Museum www.naturalsciences.be

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Art & History Museum www.artandhistory.museum

Station Europe A gateway to explore Brussels www.europarl.europa.eu

Discover this quarter, made up of lively squares (Place du Luxembourg, Place Jourdan, Rondpoint Schuman and Place Jean Rey), original shops, exceptional green spaces, world-renowned museums and incredibly interesting building from the European institutions

Autoworld www.autoworld.be

Kennedy Piece John F. Kennedy on the Berlin wall https://visit.brussels/en/place/Kennedy-Piecethe-Berlin-Wall

Royal Museum of the Army and Military History www.klm-mra.be

The Europa Building Visit the magnificent House of Member states, an architectural gem www.consilium.europa.eu/en/contact/address/ council-buildings/europa-building/

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FIND OUT ABOUT THE CAPITAL OF 500 MILLION EUROPEANS

Natural Science Museum A must-see for children and adults www.naturalsciences.be

European Parliament

House of European History

Entrance of the European Parliament

Whether it is gastronomy, organic restaurants, trendy canteens, food trucks, chip shops or anything else that you can imagine, it’s here for you in Brussels.

AN EXPERT TIP! The Brusselicious label throws the spotlight on all of Brussels’s restaurants serving quality Belgian cuisine. It also singles out the best chip shops. This label is awarded to restaurateurs by a

Learn how to smell, touch, taste and make your own chocolate with a master chocolatier during a chocolate-making workshop or discover the inner workings of a real chocolate factory

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Organise a dive into Brussels' brewing universe and a visit of breweries or organise a team building and become a brewer!

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Combine flavour & heritage: experience in the historical city centre a mix of Chocolate & Beer tastings, in museums as well as taverns

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City Game Brussels with culinary touch: follow the guide and complete various missions of the game in teams: city quiz, photoshoot, puzzle, food tasting ... and taste a delicious 3 course menu served in 3 different restaurants

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Organise a cooking course with a renowned Michelin-starred-chef

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Dine around: stroll through a Brussels neighbourhood with a guide sharing anecdotes and heritage discoveries while making 3 typical foodie stops: either for starter, main course or dessert

jury of independent journalists. You can therefore trust it. A list of restaurants with this label is available on visit.brussels website, in most hotels in the capital and in information offices.

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 Salon du Chocolat

BXLBeerFest

www.brussels.salon-du-chocolat.com | 22 24.02.2019

www.bxlbeerfest.com | 24 & 25.08.2019

Dinner in the Sky

www.eat.brussels | 05 - 08.09.2019

eat! BRUSSELS, drink! BORDEAUX

www.dinnerinthesky.be | 13 – 23.06.2019 or upon request for groups

“The warm welcome in some places and restaurants was really great. Excellent gastronomy and inventive dishes.” Alessandro G. (Italy)

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Its varied gastronomy can be found in both Michelin-starred restaurants and dozens of establishments that come recommended for their innovative ideas.

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With its mussels, crunchy chips, hypnotically aromatic chocolate, delicious waffles and bitter and subtle beers, Brussels provides foodies and hedonists of all origins a variety of reasons to stick around.

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Take part in a chocolate workshop or discover Brussels beers through unique tasting experiences Have a deep dinner in the 1st permanent underwater restaurant in the world at Nemo33 (max 2 persons)

large variety of beers with nice cheese plates and the decor was very typical” Mikis H. (Greece)

REMARKABLE SITES Discover Brussels’ high cuisine in the most extraordinary manner with Dinner in the Sky: a table suspended at a height of 50 metres with a Michelin-starred chef

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“I enjoyed a moment spent in an "estaminet" just in front of the Manneken Pis. They served a

Simply go for a stroll through the streets in the heart of the city: kiosks, shops and food trucks serving different flavours perfume the streets of Brussels' city centre. Let your taste-buds be your guide

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This has been confirmed by Brussels' appearance in the Global Destinations sustainability Index's ranking of the top 10 sustainable cities in the world, thanks to a focused approach to sustainability initiatives over the last few years (in November 2018). Needless to say, there are many opportunities to experience nature, have outdoor adventures or experience innovative, sustainable campaigns individually or in a group. Sustainable features are everywhere in Brussels: on its roofs (such as the KBR - Royal Library’s urban allotment and the institutions’ beehives), in its Good Food restaurants, in its ecocertified accommodation and on Europe’s largest pedestrian area. This sustainable mindset enables objects to enjoy several lives, thanks to the composting workshops, “repair cafés” and vintage boutiques.

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 Royal greenhouses of Laeken open doors www.monarchie.be | End of April > mid May 2019

Floralia Brussels www.floralia-brussels.be | 06.04.2019 - 05.05.2019

Environment Festival www.festival.environnement.brussels 31.05.2019 - 02.06.2019

Flowertime www.flowertime.brussels | 14 - 18.08.2019

Bike Brussels www.bikebrussels.be | 21 - 23.09.2019

Bruxelles Champêtre www.bruxelles-champetre.be | 15.09.2019

Mobility Week and Car-Free Sunday www.mobilmix.brussels | 15 - 21.09.2019

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Every year, Peregrine Falcons nest at the top of the Cathedral of Saint Michael and Saint Gudula, in the heart of Brussels. You can follow their nesting cycle during the day and at night, from the hatching of the nestlings to their first flight!

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Discover the Sonian forest and become aware of your own ecological footprint

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Discover the innovation of smart. city initatives, for instance on the Tour & Taxis site

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Surprise your delegates and serve insects for dinner. Thanks to the ecological touch and engagement of Little Food, a Brussels company specialising in crickets for consumption

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Visit urban mushroom farms and go local and sustainable with www.lechampignondebruxelles.be or www.permafungi.be

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Go on a cruise and discover the Canal neighbourhood with Brussels by Water

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Discover Brussels' eco-lifestyle initiatives with an expert guide thanks to Mixua

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Get on a bicycle or electric bike for a cultural guided tour with Pro Vélo, Cactus or Once in Brussels

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But it is also the city where major sustainable meetings take place, where international organisations for renewable energies are established. Moreover, the city undertakes many concrete sustainable actions and is working towards having a circular economy.

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Brussels is known by many as a very green capital, with 28m² of natural space per inhabitant. Our urban landscape is also made up of historic parks, wonderful squares, wide tree-lined avenues, a forest and even farms!

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Walk along part of the Promenade Verte: an amazing route measuring more than 63km which gives walkers and cyclists a green itinerary of Brussels

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See more on two wheels: go for a bike tour with a guide

Hunt for typical souvenirs to bring back home at local or sustainable shops such as for example Manneke, Belgikië, Ernest or Belge une fois

Leopold Parc, EU district

BIGH Abattoir Farm

MUSEUMS & REMARKABLE SITES “Going for a stroll through Cinquantenaire Park, with its quiet and peaceful atmosphere only a stone’s throw from the European Quarter is unique. There are parks dotted all over Brussels where you can stretch out on the lawns.” Bernardo M. (Mexique)

BIGH Abattoir Farm A unique urban farm and aquaponic system www.bigh.farm COOP Experience Brussels's canal neighbourhoods www.coop.brussels MicroMarché A sustainable economic model supporting initiatives to do with the circular economy www.micromarche.com BEL A place to meet, eat, gather information and take action for the environment www.bel.brussels BEL EXPO Interactive experiences of urban living in the city of tomorrow www.belexpo.brussels

La Woluwe Parc

Greenbizz An environmental incubator, workshops and offices www.greenbizz.brussels

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What’s more, the European capital proudly hosts large sporting events. On your marks, set, go!

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 The 40th annual Brussels 20km www.20kmdebruxelles.be| 19.05.2019

The Grand Départ of the Tour de France www.letour.fr | 03 - 07.07.2019

AN EXPERT TIP! Download the “Running City” app, which enables you to discover cities through running. Brussels is on there: www.runnincity.world

Memorial Van Damme www.sport.be.aginsurancememorialvandamme | 06.09.2019

Men's European Volleyball Championship www.cev.eu | 19.09.2019

Brussels marathon and half-marathon www.sport.be.brusselsmarathon | October 2019

“Brussels was hosting a European Aikido competition and we were very pleasantly surprised by all the infrastructure that was at our disposal. We will be coming

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Sunday Yoga in Park Cinquantenaire (MayAugust 2019)

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Check out the sport calendar in case their's a game during your stay!

back in 5 years’ time.” Edouard B. (Irlande)

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However, your options are not just limited to going for a walk in the capital! You can go out jogging in a green oasis, swim lengths inside breath-taking architecture, keep fit in one of the many 5-star hotels and fitness clubs, hit some golf balls at a club in or around Brussels, train for a winter-sports getaway on an all-year dry ski slope, dive into the second deepest swimming pool in the world, have a go at indoor climbing and much more. In Brussels you're spoilt for choice!

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Sightjogging or City Runs: this is the perfect combination of jogging and tourism: classic or with a theme: Comic Strips, Europe, Art Nouveau, nature, etc. There's one for everyone's taste!

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Bring out your inner athlete: select activities for a perfect chance to “let off steam” with a mix of sport and games. Let your delegates reveal another side to their personality

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Belgium becomes the 2nd country in the world to legalise same-sex marriage

Belgium grants same-sex couples domestic partnership benefits

to travel to (for business, for tourism, or both) and live in. A safe place where you’ll never have to struggle to feel accepted! A pioneer of LGBT rights: More than a decade of steady change. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) rights here are seen as some of the most progressive and set an example that many others are now following.

Same-sex adoption is also fully legalised

visit.brussels promotes Brussels as “the gay-friendly capital of 500m Europeans”

Built on diversity, Brussels keeps moving forward

A VIBRANT DESTINATION FOR LGBT BUSINESS TRAVELLERS, TOURISTS AND RESIDENTS Hip neighbourhoods, art, cuisine, nightlife and a proud and large LGBT presence. This is what Brussels is all about. Brussels offers a rainbow-coloured spectrum of Iconic experiences and unique events.

Brussels Rainbow village, the beating heart of Brussels’ gay community Rue du Marché au Charbon and rue des Pierres (Grand-Place neighbourhood) offer a great diversity of hip, busy or intimate restaurants, bars and clubs. Everybody is welcome! PrideFestival from 3 to 19 May connects Brussels' different communities Every year, LGBTQI+ artists, activists, allies and themes are highlighted. This festival connects the city's various communities for

events, debates, themed evenings and literary cafes. Pride, from 17 to 19 May, when the city turns into one giant parade Colours. Music. Celebration. Community. Dancing. Parade. Pride - a major annual event – welcomes no less than 100,000 visitors to the heart of Brussels for two days of street parties. 12 times a year @LA DEMENCE: by far, one of the most important gay parties! A huge monthly gay party, great music, renowned DJs, an

international crowd, no less than 2.000 people, and a variety of styles and ages! LA DEMENCE stands out from any other party. LA DEMENCE Anniversary weekend late October LA DÉMENCE’s yearly main show is amazing: 60 dancers, go-go’s and artists on stage in the superb Palais 12. 10,000 people from all other the world and 100 nationalities expected to attend! The Belgium Bearpride Brussels from 3 to 6 October 2019 During the election of Mr Bear

Belgium 2020 and on their way to bear pride venues, international guests will discover the heart of Brussels, its dynamic gay life and enjoy delicious food. And that’s not all: there will be many more LGBT events in 2019 To name but a few: Massimadi (queer black movie festival in May), Brussels Games (European LGBT sports tournament in September), Pink Screens festival (November), L festival (lesbian festival in November), Chez Maman 25th Anniversary weekend (6 & 7 December), etc.

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Brussels’s commitment to diversity, tolerance, inclusion and openness. Much more than just the capital of Europe, Brussels is above all known as the capital of diversity. Belgium's non-discriminatory legislation upholds the spirit of freedom that prevails throughout the city. Brussels takes pride in being one of the most gay-friendly capitals in Europe, which makes it an attractive place

When it comes to music, evenings and nightlife, you’re going to love Brussels! Today it is a vibrant jazz city, as evidenced by daily live concerts in bars, clubs and bigger venues. Sometimes it’s an exotic, trendy or lounge setting; sometimes it’s a swanky setting for music lovers or foodies. Jazz has always been part of Brussels’ DNA. great names like Adolph Sax, Toots Thielemans and Django Reinhardt have shaped the history of jazz. With its jazz concerts, rooftop parties, gay-friendly events, club nights, festival-closing parties or jams until the small hours, Brussels is brimming with wonderful events in an electric and friendly atmosphere.

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Street art, tattoo parlours, skate parks, record stores, streetwear shops, break dance battles, rap & slam contests, hip-hop scenes, beatbox workshops… Now more than ever, urban culture is a subject that has grabbed the imagination of young people (and those who are young at heart) all over the world. Not surprisingly, Brussels is keeping up with the trend. Here, street artists exhibit their work in public spaces, in plain view of all those with a keen eye who can spot it.

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 Jazzuary (3 festivals)

La Fiesta des Ursulines

www.jazz.brussels | January 2019

www.sk8boarders.be|fete-des-ursulines | May 2019

Festival Lezarts Urbains

Roller Bike parade

www.lezarts-urbains.be | 01.03 – 07.04.2019

www.rollerbikeparade.be | June - September 2019 (Fridays)

Listen festival!

Nuits Sonores and European Lab

www.listenfestival.be | 17.04 – 21.04.2019

www.nuits-sonores.be | September 2019

Brussels Jazz Weekend

International Tattoo Convention

www.brusselsjazzweekend.be | 24.05 – 26.05.2019

www.brusselstattooconvention.be | 08.11 - 10.11.2019

Designing the Night, visual history of the club scene

Happy Brussels www.happy.brussels | 31.12.2019

www.adamuseum.be | 01.03 – 29.09.2019

“Piknik Elektronik every Sunday during the summer had a relaxed atmosphere, positive vibes and, of course, great music. Wow!” Paul K. (Austria)

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MUSEUMS & REMARKABLE SITES MIMA, Millennium Iconoclast Museum of Art The history of culture 2.0 www.mimamuseum.eu Manufacture 111 Exhibitions, concerts, live paintings, conferences www.manufacture111.com Many venues Jazz Clubs, karaoke Bars, cabarets, dancing Bars, casino, Hard Rock Café

EXPERT TIPS! Discover all Brussels evening events with the “Facebook local” app and find out further information about jazz in Brussels on the www.jazz.brussels platform.

Klara Festival

Designing the Night, visual history of the club scene

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Enjoy Brussels’ characteristic diversity with techno, electro, house, rap, hip hop and funk nights, as well as R&B, ragga, dancehall, oldies music or jazz…

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Download the visit.brussels Urban Culture Guide and stroll through the city's streets. It offers a concentration of all the major venues for fans of street art, music and the like. Whether commissioned or spontaneous, monumental, controversial or more discreet, the artworks cover building walls, benches, lamp posts, shop fronts and facades, using the city itself as an exhibition space

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As you wind your way along the streets and alleyways, comic strips are everywhere in Brussels! And it’s no wonder since many authors from Brussels have contributed to its rapid growth in popularity worldwide. Several museums, galleries, markets, festivals, team-building activities and specialist stores are entirely dedicated to the comic strip. Welcome to the land of Tintin, the Smurfs and many more heroes of the ninth art! Brussels is the unchallenged capital of the European comic strip and we have a selection of individual and group incentives and team-building activities that pay homage to one of our country's greatest exports. You won’t be disappointed!

AN EXPERT TIP! The comic strip trail (the murals walk): meet Tintin, Astérix, Blake & Mortimer, Bob & Bobette (Spike & Suzy) or Lucky Luke as you wander down a street, around a museum or simply past a café. As you come across sixty or so monumental murals you’ll get to know these legendary characters and their talented authors. The only walk of its kind! The itinerary is available at visit.brussels' tourist information centres.

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Comic strip itinerary: a Belgian Comic Strip Museum guide will take you to meet Tintin, the famous reporter

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Comic strip tour on Segways: Meet comic strip personalities all over the city such as Natacha, Black and Mortimer, and others.

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Draw your team: let a top caricaturist/cartoonist reveal your hidden drawing skills!

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Become a Dalton at Escape Prod, an escape room based on famous comic strip characters

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Plan a cocktail party or private event at the Belgian Comic Strip Center’s prestigious great hall and visit the exhibition

MUSEUMS & REMARKABLE SITES Comic Strip Center Discover Belgian comic strips at their best www.comicscenter.net

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Explore comic bookstores like Brüsel or the House of Comics

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Explore the comic strip murals in Brussels thanks to the Friday guided tour (2,5 hours)

MOOF – Museum of Original Figurines Over 1,000 collector figurines www.moof-museum.be Hergé Museum A journey through the life and work of Hergé www.museeherge.com

UNIQUE EVENTS IN 2019 Magasin Général www.cbbd.be | 25.09.2018 - 10.03.2019

Wasterlain www.cbbd.be | 26.03.2019 - 15.09.2019

Signé Griffo www.cbbd.be | 11.06.2019 - 24.11.2019 Comic Strip Museum

Brussels Comic Strip Festival www.fetedelabd.brussels | 13.09.2019 - 15.09.2019

“The comic strip walking tour took us to lots of really different neighbourhoods we'd never explored before. It was an amazing experience.” Brenda K. (Poland)

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A host of excellent professionals are available in Brussels to assist with every aspect of your next event planning, be it a meeting or a conference, a themed dinner for thousands or a large-scale convention and exhibition.

The best Professional Conference Organisers

(PCOs) collaborate with national and international associations to provide end-to-end planning, organisation, logistics, financial management as well as delegate and sponsorship acquisition

Communication agencies

specialise in the creation and delivery of all aspects of your event, including strategic marketing, branding and communication

Hosting the EU drives us to offer the best translation

and interpretation services in Europe, in all 24 EU languages!

A wealth of other service providers offer a range of additional services for events

Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and incentives, team buildings and social programmes organisers

specialise in the delivery of events, tours, staffing and transport, utilising extensive local knowledge, expertise and resources. These partners also listed in the ‘Leisure ideas’section will provide you with plenty of unforgettable memories

Public Affairs professionals undeniably

have their place in Brussels’ international, political and social landscape. They will defend your interests with policy-makers, advisors and other stakeholders

For free and impartial advice, to be connected with local professionals CONTACT visit.brussels Convention Bureau meetings@visit.brussels +32 (0)2 549 50 15

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@dmire

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Gemeenveldstraat 93 | 1650 Beersel T: +3 2 2 361 65 59 | F: +32 2 361 65 58 | events@admire.be | www.admire.be

Advanced Fair

PCO

Rue du Collège Saint-Michel 11 Sint Michielscollegestraat | 1150 Brussels T: +32 2 732 94 56 | F: +32 2 732 03 41 | bg@advancedfair.com | www.advancedfair.com

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PCO

Grensstraat 7 B9 | 1831 Diegem T: +32 2 722 82 30 | F: +32 2 722 82 40 | brussels@aimgroup.eu | www.aimgroupinternational.com

Artexis Group

Event Organiser

Rue St-Lambert 135 Sint-Lambertusstraat | 1200 Brussels T: +32 2 740 10 11 | F: +32 2 740 10 10 | info@artexis.com | www.artexis.com

BBDO

Communication Company

Rue de l’Escaut 122 Scheldestraat | 1080 Brussels T: +32 2 421 22 00 | info@bbdo.be | http://bbdo.be

Cecoforma sa (Head office)

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Rue Léon Frédéricq 14 | 4020 Liège T: +32 4 344 15 62 | F: +32 4 344 28 08 | info@cecoforma.com | www.cecoforma.com

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Clouds

Communication Company

Dok Noord 4D/003 | 9000 Gent T: +32 491 08 66 62 |matthias@weareclouds.be | www.weareclouds.be

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Conceptum Communication

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Brusselsesteenweg 539 | 3090 Overijse T: +32 2 741 61 70 | F: +32 2 732 05 09 | info@conceptum.eu | www.conceptum.eu

Conrad Consulting

Communication Company

Veldstraat 147 | 3511 Kuringen T: +32 11 85 04 10 | F: +32 11 87 20 34 | info@conrad-consulting.be | www.conrad-consulting.be

Cum Laude

Communication Company

Edenplein 17 | 2610 Antwerpen T: +32 3 829 09 53 | F: +32 3 825 58 27 | info@cum-laude.be | www.cum-laude.be

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Rue de la Longue Haie 35-39 Langehaagstraat | 1000 Brussels T: +32 2 512 44 42 | F: +32 2 502 44 43 | partners@destree.be | www.destree.be

Event Organiser

Rue des Anciens Etangs 55 Oude Vijversstraat | 1190 Brussels T: +32 2 340 86 50 | F: +32 2 343 60 83 | info@ddmc.eu | www.ddmc.eu

DM&S Communications

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Rue Vésale 31 Vesaliustraat | 1000 Brussels T: +32 70 21 01 10 | info@dms.be | www.dms.be

PCO

Avenue A.J. Slegers 397 A.J. Slegerslaan | 1200 Brussels T: +32 2 732 35 20 | F: +32 2 736 89 30 | info@downtowneurope.be | www.downtowneurope.be

d-side group

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Eurobussing / De Boeck

Avenue Leonard Mommaerts 24 Leonard Mommaertslaan | 1140 Brussels T: +32 2 730 06 11 | F: +32 2 730 06 00 | info@d-sidegroup.com | www.d-sidegroup.com

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Avenue De Béjar 1 | 1120 Brussels T: +32 2 652 11 11 | info@deboeck-incoming.com | www.deboeck-incoming.com

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Escape Events

Communication Company

Aarschotsebaan 89 | 1910 Kampenhout T: +32 16 47 04 80 | info@escape-events.be | www.escape-events.be

Event Masters

Communication Company

Venusstraat 7 | 2830 Willebroek T: +32 3 860 60 80 | F: +32 3 860 60 89 | info@eventmasters.be | www.eventmasters.be

Event Mosaic

Communication Company

Koning Albert I laan 40 | 8000 Brugge T: +32 50 39 15 89 | hello@eventmosaic.be | www.eventmosaic.be

Fast Forward Events

Communication Company

Sint Salvatorstraat 20 A | 9000 Gent T: +32 9 330 56 32 | F: +32 9 330 56 29 | pascal@ffwdevents.be | www.fastforwardevents.be

FISA

Event Organiser

Route de Lennik 451 Lennikstraat | 1070 Brussels T: +32 2 663 22 40 | F: +32 2 660 10 28 | www.fisa.be

Itinéraires (page 158)

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Rue de l’Aqueduc 171 | 1050 Brussels

JADA Events

Communication Company

Scheldestraat 57 | 2000 Antwerpen T: +32 3 257 09 13 | F: +32 3 216 00 27 | info@jada-events.be | www.jada-events.be

Kellen (page 156)

PCO/AMC

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Avenue de Tervueren 188a | 1150 Woluwe-Saint-Pierre T: +32 2 761 16 00 | info@kellencompany.com | www.kellencompany.com

MCI - Brussels Office

PCO/AMC

Boulevard du Souverain 280 Vorstlaan | 1150 Brussels T: +32 2 320 25 03 | F: +32 2 743 15 50 | brussels@mci-group.com | www.mci-group.com

MeetMarcel

Communication Company

Muntplein 5 | 8000 Brugge T: +32 50 40 00 40 | F: +32 50 40 00 44 | info@meetmarcel.be | www.meetmarcel.be

Meet U There

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Val des Seigneurs 4 Herendal | 1150 Brussels T: +32 2 771 43 00 | F: +32 2 791 56 00 | p.claeyssens@meetuthere.be | www.meetuthere.be

New Balls Please

Communication Company

Stapelplein 70/102 | 9000 Gent T: +32 9 265 98 00 | F: +32 9 265 98 09 | hello@newballsplease.be | www.newballsplease.be

OONA

Communication Company

Rijnkaai 22 | 2000 Antwerpen T: +32 3 213 99 90 | oona@oona.be | http://oonablog.com

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Boulevard du Souverain 280 | 1160 Bruxelles T: +32 2 743 15 40| Sarah.Azzoug@mci-group.com | https://ovationdmc.com/destinations/belgium/

Perfect Plus Events

Communication Company

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Geerwijnstraat 9 | 8000 Brugge T: +32 50 347608 | F: +32 50 344924 | events@perfectplus.be | www.perfectplus.be

Pracsis

Event Organiser

Profirst

Communication Company

Avenue Herrmann Debroux 44 Herrmann Debrouxlaan | 1160 Brussels

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T: + 32 2 541 03 77 | T: +32 496 38 85 94 | info@itineraires.be | www.itineraires.be

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Rue Albert Latour 92 | 1030 Brussels

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The Oval Office

Communication Company

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Communication Company

Avenue de la Basilique 353 | 1081 Koekelberg T: +32 2 414 64 03 | info@tellus.be | www.tellustravel.be Herrystraat 15 | 2000 Antwerpen

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T: +32 11 39 70 80 | info@tothepointevents.be | www.tothepointevents.be

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PCO

www.triumphgroupinternational.com

Verhulst Events

Communication Company

Jan Lindtstraat 10 | 1560 Hoeilaart

Voice

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Avenue Van VolxemlaanÂ 281 | 1190 Brussels

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Avenue Van Volxem 281 Van Volxemlaan | 1190 Brussels

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T: +32 2 340 04 74 | F: +32 2 340 04 89 | info@vo-group.be | www.vo-communication.com Way2Events

Communication Company

Luikersteenweg 23 | 3500 Hasselt

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Raas Van Gaverestraat 83 | 9000 Gent

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T: +32 11 77 15 50 |info@way2events.be | https://way2eventsblog.wordpress.com We Make You Happy

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T: +32 9 335 85 18 | hello@wemakeyouhappy.be | www.wemakeyouhappy.be White Rabbit

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Dok Noord 4E 002 | 9000 Gent T: +32 9 233 05 14 | info@white-rabbit.be | www.white-rabbit.be

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TRIUMPH BENELUX Triumph Group International - ‘The Emotion Holder’ – is an international system of companies focused on events and communication. We are a growing group with more than 30 years of creativity, innovation and attention to people. Triumph Group has offices in Italy (Rome|Milan), Belgium (Brussels), United Kingdom (London), China (Shanghai) and Malta (La Valletta). We are also present in the USA (New York), France (Paris), Germany (Berlin), Qatar (Doha) and Indonesia (Jakarta) through partnerships with more than 150 employees.

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Avenue A.J. Slegers 397 A.J. Slegerslaan | B-1200 Brussels T: +32 2 732 35 20 | F: +32 2 736 89 30 conferences@downtowneurope.be www.downtowneurope.be

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KELLEN

Established in 1991, Downtown Europe specialises in the organisation of large congresses and tailor-made conferences allowing communities to gather, grow and evolve together.

Kellen provides association management, strategic advice, government affairs, market research and European representation services to associations and corporations worldwide. Our Europe-based Kellen team includes 37 experienced professionals with a variety of complementary backgrounds, industry knowledge and skills. Each of whom has extensive experience in the management and representation of national, European and global associations and is competent in at least three European languages.

Share knowledge, develop policies, increase visibility… whatever your objectives are, we will help you achieve them. Our responsive team runs outstanding events, getting every single detail right and continually innovating. Our acute care for dedicated approach makes the difference. It’s all about building a meeting to be proud of !

Kellen Clients benefit from specialised association management knowledge, enriched service offering and privileged links with EU and USbased decision-makers. Kellen has offices in Atlanta, Beijing, Brussels, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, New York and Washington D.C. Our 400 professionals around the globe are specially trained in areas ranging from engineering to nutrition, from integrated communications to global consulting, and of course, in association management and meeting planning. And while association management is what we’re best known for – it’s just one part of what we do.

Services • Event concept, planning & coordination • Legal, fiscal & insurance consultancy • Quality control & risk mitigation • Sponsorship & exhibition development • Marketing & communication services

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Staff: 7

• Press liaison & arrangements

Staff: 400

Our services :

Type of company:

• Strategic Advice

• Abstracts & programme management

Type of company:

PROFESSIONAL CONGRESS ORGANISERS

• Registration services & hotel rooms reservation

Association Management Company, Professional Services for both Associations and Corporations, Event Organizer

• Venues, staff, suppliers & logistics sourcing & supervision • Protocol & security • On-site management • Reports & post conference services

Membership(s) professional bodies:

IAAMC, ASAE, ESAE, AMC Institute, SEAP, Amcham BE

Assets • Full service coverage • Commitment and reliability • Corporate social responsibility

• Association Management • Government Affairs • Meeting Management • Benchmarking, Economic Studies & Research • Executive Coaching Programmes • Website Design & Maintenance • Creative Services • Communication & PR Contacts :

• 28 years of international experience

Alfons Westgeest, Managing Partner (awestgeest@kellencompany.com) Maria Teresa Scardigli, Vice President (mtscardigli@kellencompany.com) Nele Devolder, Senior Association Manager (ndevolder@kellencompany.com)

Behind each name, there is a human being ... That’s why, at Downtown Europe, we care!

For more information: www.downtowneurope.be Contact us: conferences@downtowneurope.be

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Kellen partners with associations and professional societies around the world to help them reach new levels of success.

Kellen is a global, employee-owned association management firm, delivering dynamic, scalable solutions to our association clients for more than 50 years. We are a full-service firm, meaning we provide expertise in strategy, membership development, revenue development, marketing, communications, public relations, public affairs, education, certification, accreditation, conference and trade show management, financial management and technology. Our 400 association professionals serve more than 100 trade associations, professional societies, certification boards and foundations from offices in Atlanta, Beijing, Brussels, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, New York City, and Washington, D.C. www.kellencompany.com

Itinéraires

Event Organizer

Concerts - spectacles - expos - cinéma

Rue de l’Aqueduc 171 Waterleidingstraat | B-1050 Brussels T: +32 2 541 03 77 | Mob: + 32 496 38 85 94 info@itineraires.be www.itineraires.be ●

ITINERAIRES CULTURAL EVENTS SINCE 1986 Are you looking for fresh and creative incentive, team-building, or social programs for your clients? Contact us and find out what’s on the “menu”: • UNFORGETTABLE RALLIES: NEW! “Bloody inquiry, become one of our most famous detective” -> On foot, tuk tuk, old street car,... • DINE AROUND (3 courses in 3 differents venues). Best of version: with a chocolat workshop at Laurent Gerbaud • Private Castles for exclusive events & atmosphere and exclusive tours • THEMATIC DINER: Ex: Art Nouveau Possibilities of : costumed guides, Live band, a Jacques Brel singer,...

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TYPE OF COMPANY Cultural event/ guided tours/ animation Team bulding/ incentive Thematic diner/ cultural programs for congress Provider of guide for museum

• CUSTOM-TAILORED ITINERAIRIES: Art Nouveau, Trendy Antwerp, Brel and Brussels by night, Beer and chocolate, another Bruges, Simenon and Maigret, Fashion workshops, design, Sex and the city, gay, “Who killed Sir the Count?” In Brussels and all Belgium. Our programs are exclusive and interactive. OUR TEAM: • 4 specialists who ensure that your program meets your objectives and exceeds your clients expectations. • 200 multilingual guides, entertainers, coordinators, hotesses, ... specialists in Belgium’s off the beaten path treasures. • We answer 7 days a week • Our aim: to live art as an “Art de Vivre”

The ticket office that gives you 50% off

www.arsene50.brussels

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Your visitors will feel at home in Brussels thanks to its compact, guest-friendly and cosmopolitan nature.

French/Dutch with English and other languages widely spoken

Main airport is just 20 minutes by train from city centre

1,500 km

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Green city with 24 parks and 300 kmÂ˛ of forest 20 protected nature zone

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❘ GENERAL INFORMATION Geographical info Area Brussels : 162 km².

Population

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• Belgium has more than 11 million inhabitants • Brussels has 1,187,890 inhabitants, including many people from other EU countries.

L anguage • Bilingual (French/Dutch) in Brussels • Dutch in Flanders (the North of Belgium) • French in Wallonia (the South of Belgium) • German in the East of Belgium • English is widely spoken and understood.

Climate

Visa

Basic shopping, clothing boutiques, multi-brand department stores and large stores.

Nationals of the European Union (excl. UK and Ireland) and Switzerland will need an identity card.

• Rue du Midi & surroundings : Comic strips, stamps, coins and second-hand outlets.

Nationals of the UK and Ireland, and countries outside the EU, need a valid passport.

• Sablon, Marolles & surroundings : Antiques, chocolates, second-hand & decorative outlets, art galleries.

Cash points

• Porte de Namur/Place Louise & surrounding: Top quality clothes, accessories, home design

Automatic cash machines can be found in all parts of the city. Cash withdrawals may be made using your credit card. The logos of cards accepted are shown beside the machine. Banks are usually open from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 to 16:00. Some are also open on Saturday mornings.

Shops

• Rue des Tongres : Eclectic shops in the European Institutions area. • Place Brugmann & surroundings : Trendy shops, patisseries and restaurants

Public holidays 2019 • 1 January

New Year's Day

• 22 April

Easter Monday

Shopping hours

• 1 May

Labour Day

• 30 May

Ascension Day

• 10 June

Whit Monday

Time

Shops are usually open from 10:00 to 18:00 or 19:00. from Monday to Saturday. On Fridays, some stores stay open until 20:00 or 21:00. In many districts, some stores are also open on Sunday and/or in the evening.

• 21 July

National Day

• GMT +1 in winter GMT +2 in summer

• 15 August

Assumption Day

The main shopping areas

• 1 November

All Saints' Day

• Grand-Place & surroundings : Souvenirs, chocolates, lace and crystal.

• 11 November

Armistice Day

• 25 December

Christmas Day

• Brussels has a temperate, maritime climate. • The average temperature in summer is 18° Celsius (64° Fahrenheit). • The average winter temperature is 3° Celsius (37° Fahrenheit).

Money Unit of currency is the euro (€). There are coins of €1 and €2, and 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents. Notes are 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and €500.

• Rue Antoine Dansaert & surroundings: Fashion and design boutiques. • Rue Neuve & surroundings :

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Antwerp Airport (Deurne)

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Brussels Airport

s ute North Station

Brussels Airport

Central Station

Midi Station

• Direct flights from 200 destinations • Only 20 mins and 12 km from city centre • 70% of passengers are business travellers

Train

www.brusselsairport.be

20-minute journey from airport to Brussels city centre: “Airport City Express” links airport to Brussels North, Brussels Central and Brussels Midi stations up to 6 trains an hour from 06:00 to 24:00.

reception & services Brussels South Charleroi Airport

Emergency • Ambulance/Fire

dial 100

• Police

dial 101

• European emergency call

dial 112

• On-call dentists

T: +32 2 426 10 26

• On-call doctors

T: +32 2 479 18 18

• All-night pharmacy

T: 070 66 01 60

• STIB-MIVB

dial 1707

Tips & service • Hotels service included • Restaurants service (12%) and VAT are included (tip for exceptional service) • Cloakroom attendant €1.25 to €2.50 per person

Access

Information desk

The airport train station is located below the terminal (basement level-1).

www.sncb.be or www.railtime.be

Brussels Airport information desk is located in the arrivals hall. T: +32 2 753 77 53 (from abroad) or T: 0900 70 000 (€ 0.50/min.)

Welcome services for professional

Taxi Airport drop-off points at Arrivals and Departures halls. Taxi pick-up point outside Arrivals hall. www.taxi.irisnet.be

organisers

Special facilities and services Information and reservations visit.brussels : T: +32 2 549 50 35 - F: +32 2 549 50 59

Public transport

VIP services

Bus 12 (Line 21 during the week-end, on Public Holidays and after 20:00)

Personal welcome

The Airport Line is a 30-minute express service between Brussels Airport and the European district. 3 times/hour

Buy your ticket from the GO ticket vending machines before boarding.

Hostesses Multilingual hostesses available

Tickets bought from the driver are more expensive.

Corporate event facility

Airport bus station is situated below Arrivals hall and can be accessed by lifts and elevators via the Diamant zone.

Announce your event with banners, panels or mobile stands !

www.stib.be - T: 070 23 20.00

• Cinema €1.00 if usherette service is provided

Car

• Public toilet

Via Brussels Ring; follow signs for Airport or Zaventem

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Amsterdam Düsseldorf London Paris Roma

> 00h45 > 00h50 > 01h10 > 01h00 > 02h10

Motorways are toll-free.

parking

Parking for 12.000 vehicles, 10.800 of which are within walking distance from the terminal building.

Brussels Airport

Parking, boarding and disembarking facilities for people with reduced mobility, including wheelchair facilities in terminal and at boarding gates.

www.brusselsairport.be

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Practical amenities Car rental In the arrivals hall you will find the desks of the major car rental companies. Open from 06:30 to 23:00

L anguage Depending on the region, road signs are in French, Dutch or both

Brussels South Charleroi Airport www.charleroi-airport.com

Antwerp Airport (Deurne) www.antwerp-airport.be

• Speed limits Built-up areas 50 km/h and 30 km/h zones

• Seat belts Must be worn by both front and rear seat passengers. • Maximum blood alcohol The maximum blood alcohol level is 0.5 grams per litre.

Meeting rooms - Wireless Internet access, copy service, fax service, telephones, etc. T: +32 2 714 02 00

Antwerpen / Amsterdam

Luggage www.aviapartner.aero and www.flightcare.be

Safety

Other roads 70 km/h and 90 km/h, motorways 120 km/h

Business services

Baggage handling terms and reservations:

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Drivers must give way to all vehicles (including trams and buses) coming from the right, except when the road they are driving on has priority.

Breakdown services

Oostende / London

Touring Secours : T: 070 34 47 77

Liège / Düsseldorf

Left luggage facilities on Level 0 (near bus terminal)

Namur / Luxembourg

Mons / Paris

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Central Station

Midi Station

Belgian Railways (SNCB/NMBS) SNCB Europe information service: The Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, France, Great Britain, Switzerland and Austria T: + 32 70 79 79 79 (€0.30/min). Weekdays: from 8:00 to 20:00

Event signs

Coach

Announce your event with signs on platforms and in the station, banners at exits or mobile stands in the Thalys Hall.

Access Rue de France.

1h22 > Paris - 24 trains per day 1h50 > Amsterdam - 13 trains per day

www.thalys.com

Tickets

www.eurostar.com

www.belgianrail.be www.b-europe.com www.railtime.be

Brussels Midi/Zuid Brussels Midi/Zuid is the main interchange for international services and offers a full range of amenities and services for the international traveller.

VIP services Meeting rooms: choice of various capacities and technical equipment, available by the hour or per day. Personal welcome: available for members of Frequent Traveller, Golden Card, etc.

Parking (1,650 places underground) access:

• Thalys:

• Eurostar:

Available at station ticket counters and via internet. Discount fares available for selected tourist excursions and in conjunction with certain major events.

Car

Access by train

Weekends and public holidays: from 9:00 to 16:30

Authorised parking up to 60 min.

2h01 > London - 11 trains per day

• TGV (high-speed trains) www.b-europe.com • ICE (European Inter City)

www.b-europe.com

Taxi 3 pick-up points at Brussels Midi station : Place Horta/Rue de France/Rue Couverte.

www.taxi.irisnet.be

Rue de France or Tour du Midi.

Practical amenities • Airport timetable Flights indicated on electronic board. Air France office for international flights T: +32 2 526 12 79 • Car rental Rental companies located in the central concourse • Luggage Porters available. • Left luggage Reservations at the left-luggage centre (paying service). Automatic and manual, 24h/24. Business services • Wireless Internet access • Shopping Shopping gallery open from 07:00 to 19:00.

Public transport Metro: access Rue Couverte. Tram: access Rue de France and Rue Couverte. Bus: indicated at the station.

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Metro, tram and bus. Brussels public transport is operated by STIB/MIVB. STIB/MIVB headquarters : Rue Royale / Koningsstraat 76 | 1000 Brussels T: 070 23 20 00 (€0.30/min.)

www.stib.be

Special Congress Passes

Cost Three elements make up the price of a taxi ride :

Is a collective taxi service in the Brussels Region every day between 23:00 and 6:00.

»» P rice per km : €1.80 within Brussels €2.70 outside the 19 Brussels municipalities

The price of the journey inside the Brussels Region is € 6.00.

»» Pick-up charge : €2.40 during the day €4.40 at night

Bike renting

»» Waiting charge/hour : €30

STIB Contact: b2b@stib.irisnet.be

Fares are displayed on the meter and include service. Tips are up to you but are always well received.

Tickets

Average fare city-centre - airport is €40. Some taxi companies offer special rates.

Available from metro stations, STIB / MIVB “Bootik”, selected new agents and Tourist Information Centres. • Single ticket (outside vehicle) €2.10 • Single ticket (inside vehicle) €2.50 • 5-journey card €8.00 • 10-journey card €14.00 • 24 hour unlimited journey card €7.50 • 48 hours unlimited journey card €14.00 • 72 hours unlimited journey card €18.00 • Airport Line Ticket (outside vehicle) €4.50 • Airport Line Ticket (inside vehicle) €6.00 • Noctis Night Network apply day fares (only Friday and Saturday night)

Maps Free metro maps are available from metro stations and Tourist Information Offices.

Taxi

Villo! is a service for hiring bikes, available in the 19 Brussels municipalities, including the City of Brussels, with 360 stations and 5,000 cycles throughout the region.

Villo T: +32 78 05 11 10

Attention The taximeter must be switched on at the start of the ride. You will be provided with a printed receipt at the end of the ride. Only taxis with the official sign of the Brussels Region are allowed to pick you up (unless you have made a reservation).

• Rent a bike at 350 points in the city, every day, 24h/24. • The ticket, valid 1 or 7 days, is aimed at occasional users.

www.villo.be

Cost 1-day ticket €1.60

Brussels Taxi Companies

7-days ticket €8.20

• Autolux: T: +32 2 411 41 42 • Taxis Bleus T: +32 2 268 00 00 • Taxi Capital T: +32 2 427 77 77 • Taxis Verts: T: +32 2 349 49 49 • Taxis Ucclois: T: +32 2 374 20 20 • TaxiBus for persons with reduced mobility: T: +32 2 515 23 65

Delay

Claims www.brusselstaxi.be

Info

For any complaints, first of all note the registration number of the taxi

Brussels-Capital Region

T: 0800 94 001

T: 0800 94 001 E-mail: taxiservice@mrbc.irisnet.be

Collecto

www.taxi.irisnet.be

You must reserve your journey at the latest 20 min. before your desired departure

www.collecto.org T: +32 2 800 36 36

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❘ INTERESTING WEBSITES BRUSSELS www.visit.brussels/meetings

visit.brussels and The Brussels Convention & Visitors Bureau

EN - FR - NL

www.visit.brussels/sustainablemeetings

Brussels sustainable ideas, tips for meeting organisers

FR - NL - EN

www.visit.brussels/qualitydestination

Comments to improve destination quality

FR - NL - EN

www.bookingdesk.brussels

Official hotel reservation

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www.bruxelles.irisnet.be

Brussels-Capital Region

EN - FR - NL

www.be.brussels

Official city website and a guide to living in Brussels

FR – NL - EN

www.micecalendar.be

visit.brussels MICE calendar of professional meetings and events

www.commissioner.brussels

Brussels Commissioner single point of contact for all European institutions and international organisations, including expat welcome desk

EN - FR - NL

www.beci.be

Brussels Enterprises Commerce and Industry

FR - NL

www.invest-export.irisnet.be

Customised assistance for exporters

EN - FR - NL

www.abe-bao.be

Brussels Enterprise Agency

FR - NL - EN

www.agenda.be

Brussels Art Foundation

FR - NL

www.brusselsmuseums.be

Council of the Brussels Museums

FR - NL - EN

CONVENTION & TOURISM SITES FOR FLANDERS AND WALLONIA www.belgiumconventionbureau.be

Flanders-Brussels Convention Bureau

EN - NL

www.meetingpointbelgium.be

Wallonia-Brussels Convention Bureau

EN - FR - NL - DE - ES

www.belgique-tourisme.be

Wallonie Belgique Tourisme

EN - FR - NL - DE - ES - IT

www.visitflanders.com

Tourism in Flanders and Brussels

EN - FR - NL - DE - ES - IT

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS MEETINGS, INCENTIVES, CONFERENCES & EVENTS www.accbelgium.be

ACC, Association of Communication Companies

FR - NL

www.venues.be

Brussels Special Venues

EN - FR - NL - DE

www.europeancitiesmarketing.com

ECM, European Cities Marketing

www.febelux.com

Febelux, Federation of fairs and exhibitions in Belgium and the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg

EN - FR - NL

http://faib.org

FAIB, Federation of European and International Associations based in Belgium

EN – FR – NL - DE

www.mpiweb.org

MPI, Meeting Professionals International

www.siteglobal.com

SITE, Society of Incentive & Travel Executives

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❘ INTERESTING WEBSITES PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS MEETINGS, INCENTIVES, CONFERENCES & EVENTS www.uia.org

UIA, Union of International Associations

www.iccaworld.com

ICCA, International Congress & Convention Association

www.esae.org

ESAE, European Society of Association Executives

www.pcma.org

PCMA, Professional Convention Management Association

www.aivfc-congres.com

AIVFC, International Association of French-Speaking Conference Cities

www.iaee.com

IAEE, International Association of Exhibitions and Events

www.cvent.com

Event management, online event registration, venue sourcing

www.destinationmarketing.org

DMAI, Destination Marketing Association International

www.europa.eu

The official site of the European Union

All official European languages

www.europarl.europa.eu

The multilingual website server of the European Parliament

All official European languages

❘ MEET IN BELGIUM BRUSSELS visit.brussels Brussels Convention & Association Bureau

bip - Rue Royale/Koningsstraat 2-4 B-1000 Brussels

T +32 2 549 50 51 F +32 2 549 50 59

www.visit.brussels/meetings meetings@visit.brussels

visit.brussels Tourism Office

bip - Rue Royale/Koningsstraat 2-4 B-1000 Brussels

T +32 2 513 89 40 F +32 2 513 83 20

www.visit.brussels info@visit.brussels

Flanders-Brussels Convention Bureau

Grasmarkt 61 B-1000 Brussels

T +32 2 504 04 35

www.visitflanders.com congres@conventionbureau.be

Toerisme Vlaanderen

Grasmarkt 61 B-1000 Brussels

T +32 2 504 03 00 F +32 2 504 03 77

www.visitflanders.com info@toerismevlaanderen.be

FLANDERS

WALLONIA Wallonia-Belgique Convention Bureau

www.meetinbelgium.com meetings.incentives@opt.be

Wallonie-Belgique Tourisme - WBT

www.belgique-tourisme.be

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❘ USEFUL AND FREE APPS IN BRUSSELS Transportation to and in Brussels

We’ve rounded up a selection of useful, free and rock solid apps to help you, or your event participants, in Brussels

Brussels Airport Use the flight tracker NMBS/SNCB (Belgian Railways) Plan your trip, set reminders, and get notified STIB/MIVB (Public transportation in Brussels) Travel by bus, metro or trams

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Sport and move in the city

Bappz Download and use the Brussels metro map

AllBikesNow (by Villo) Bike one of the 5.000 self-service bikes (360 stations)

Waze (GPS Navigation) Get directions, traffic and alerts from the community BePark Find the nearest public parking to your destination

Bird, Troty, Lime Scoot the city

eCab Request, ride and pay your taxi via your mobile phone

Brussels Garden (By Brussels Environment) Discover the 8,000 hectares of parks and woodlands

UberX Check rating and hire a private professional driver Splyt (by Taxis Verts) Share a taxi and pay up to 40% less

SityTrail (by Geolives Belgium) Make the use of this GPS for outdoor activities

Collecto (by Taxis Verts) Use a collective or shared night taxi service

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Eating and going out Resto.be Experience restaurants in town

Resto Lastminute Reserve the same day and get 20% to 50% off

The Fork (by tripadvisor) Search and book a restaurant

Fritkot

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(â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Des frites Ă Bruxellesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) Best guide to the best chip (French Fries!) shops

Discover the city and its hidden stories visit.brussels mobile site Use the official mobile website for Brussels activities

agenda.brussels mobile site Use the official mobile calendar of cultural activities

Tales & tours Tourguide with maps, tours, images, audios, videos

365.be Discover Belgian tourist attractions and museums

Tripadvisor Use the largest travel site in the world

Manyguide Get recommendations from 600 locals, on demand

Around me Identify your position and choose places around you Most apps are for iPhone and Android effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this document was correct at the time of writing. Please check the apps specifications directly before installing them.

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66 Attitude (Villa) Auberge de Boendael 110 Automobile (Maison de l’) 64, 80 Autoworld 44, 45, 53, 62, 69, 136, 137 Autoworld Restaurant 110 Autrique ( House) 67, 133 B Basilica Koekelberg 44, 49, 62, 133 Baudouin Stadium (King) 57, 63 Bazaar 110 64 B-19 BBDO Belgium 150 96 Beau Site Hotel BeCentral 67 Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre 96, 104, 105 BEL 63, 80 141 BELEXPO Belga Queen 110, 112 Belgian Beer Palace 5, 61 Belgian Comic Strip Center 49, 63, 120, 133, 146 Bellone (La) 65 BELvue Museum 47, 64, 84, 131 Belson (Gresham Hotel Brussels) 94 Berlaymont Brussels Hotel 95, 111 Best Western Hotel Royal Centre 96 Best Western City Centre Hotel 96 Best Western Plus Park Hotel Brussels 94 65 Beursschouwburg (De) Beverly Hills Hotel 96 Bibliotheca Wittockiana 64 Bike Renting (Villo) 167 BIP, house of the capital region 24, 47, 64, 84 63 Birdy Birmingham Palace 44, 55, 62 Bloody Louis 62 BLOOM (NH Brussels) 95 Blu Royal Hotel (Radisson) 95 Blue Elephant 110 Bluepoint Brussels 63 BMW Brussels 64 Bocconi 110 Botanique 49, 64

BOZAR 44, 45, 47, 62, 69, 131, 133, 134, 135 BOZAR Brasserie 110 BOZAR Victor 111 Brasserie de l’Ommegang 110 Brasserie des Etangs Mellaerts 110 Brasserie du Heysel 110 Brasserie Ploegmans 112 Brasserie du Prince d’Orange 110 Brasseurs (Maison des) 65 120, 125 Brewspot Brewery Timmermans 67 Bristol Stéphanie Hotel (Thon) 95 Brussels Airport 164 Brussels Booking Desk (BBD) 92, 93 64, 120, 140 Brussels By Water Brussels Choco Story 3, 121 44, 55, 62 Brussels Event Brewery Brussels Expo 44, 57, 61, 62 Brussels Hotels 92, 93 44, 57, 62, 70, 71 Brussels Kart Expo Brussels Performance Incentives 120 62, 74 Brussels44Centre Brussels Sightjogging 121 Brussels Special Venues (BSV) 62, 68 121 Bus Bavard Business Faculty 63 Business Services 14, 164, 165 C 95 Carrefour de l'Europe (NH Brussels) Carrérond 67 Casino Brussels - Viage (Grand) 62, 75 64 Castle of Val-Duchesse Catalonia Grand Place Hotel 94 Catalonia Brussels 96 109 Catering Cauchie House 67 Cecoforma 150 64 Cellars/Caves/Kelders (Cureghem) CEN CENELEC Management Centre 64 Centrale for Contemporary Art 65, 135 Cercle de Lorraine 63, 51, Cercle Royal Gaulois 63 Ceria campus 62 Chalet de la forêt 110

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Chalet de la pede 110 Chalet du Laerbeek 110 63, 83, 110 Chalet Robinson Chambord Hotel 96 Chant d’oiseau 65 Charlemagne (newhotel) 95 Charles of Lorraine (Palace – La Rotonde) 64 Martin’s Château du lac 94 Châtelain (le) 94 Chaufferie (la) 65 Chelton hotel 96 Chez Léon 110, 112, 113, 114 CIVA 51, 64, 135 Cinémas kinepolis 63 Cirque royal 44, 49, 62

110 162 63 67 150 96 167, 170 49, 63, 120, 133, 146 150 96 62, 74 29 150

Constant Vanden Stock Stadium 44, 55, 62 Convention bureau 11, 36, 41, 61, 157 110 Cook & book 110, 113 Cospaia Costermans 65 64, 84, 131 Coudenberg 67 Cour (la) 94 Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU Courtyard by Marriott Brussels 94 Co.Station 67 Crowne Plaza Brussels - Le Palace 94 Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport 94 Auderghem/Oudergem 62 Bellone (La) 65 Jacques Franck 63

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A AA Dock’s 62 Academy of Belgium (Royal) 64 88, 97, 102 Accorhotels Action Team Training 120 ADAM Art &Design Museum Atomium 57, 63, 78, 79, 135,144 Admire 120,158 Advanced Fair 150, Agenda Louise 96 Aim Group Belgium 150, 154 Airport Brussels 164 Airport Brussels South Charleroi 164 164 Airport Antwerp (Deurne) Albert Hall Complex 62 Allard (Domaine) 65 Alleluias Event 120 Alma Hotel 96 96 Aloft Brussels Schuman Hotel Amigo Brussels Hotel 49,94,110, Ancienne Belgique AB 47, 62 64 Anchor Brussels Event Annapurna Consult 120 96 Aqua Hotel ARAU 120, 133 Area 42 63 Arenberg (NH Grand Place Hotel) 95 Argus Hotel 96 Aris Grand Place Hotel 96 Arkadia 120, 134 Armes de Bruxelles (Aux) 110, 114, 115 Army and Military History (Royal Museum of) 44, 53, 62, 136 Arriving by air 164 164 Arriving by car Arriving by train 165 63, 73 Arsenal (L’) Art & History Royal Museum 62, 73 Art Nouveau (incentive) 51, 52, 53, 126, 128 Artexis Group 150 96 Aspria Royal La Rasante Atelier Isabelle de Borchgrave 51, 64, 120 Atelier 210 63 Atlas Hotel 96 Atomium 57, 61, 63, 78, 79, 131

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D DM&S Communications d-side group DDMC De Boeck Incoming and Events De Fierlant Hotel De Linde De Markten Delvaux Demeure Abbatial de Dieleghem Destrée Organisation De Zeyp Discover Brussels (incentive) districts Grand’Place Rogier Louise Europe Midi Heysel Digityser Dixseptième Hotel Dolce La Hulpe (Hotel) Domaine Allard Dôme Hotel Dominican Hotel (The) Downtown Europe E Ecco la Luna Echappée Bière (L’) Eco-Dynamic Company Ecolabels Edificio Egg (The) Egmont Palace Elzenhof EMAS Empain Villa Energy House

150 158 150 150 96 65 65 121 65 150, 154 65 119 > 139 41 > 46 46-47 48-49 50-51 52-53 54-55 56-57 65 94 94 65 94 95 150, 156

121 122,125 92 92 62, 66, 74, 87 63 47, 63 67 92 66, 133, 134, 135 67

121 Esebo Escape Events 151 Escape Hunt Experience 123 Escape Prod 121, 146 Espace Leopold S. Senghor 65 Esprit de Sel Brasserie (L’) 110 Essegem 65 Etangs Mellaerts (Brasserie) 110 Eureka Events 121 Eurobussing (Keolis/ De Boeck) 150 Euroflat Hotel (First) 94 136, 137 European Parliament Hemicycle Eurostar Montgomery Hotel 94 Event Brewery (Brussels) 44, 55, 62 Event Lounge 62 Event Masters 121, 151 Event Mosaic 121, 159 Events in the Sky (Dinner in the sky) 121 Everna 65 EXPO (BRUSSELS) 44, 57, 61, 62 Experience Brussels 47, 58 F Fabbrica (La) 110 Fabienne Delvigne Création 121 Factory Forty 65 Fast Forward Events 151 Fédération of Entreprises in Belgium – FEB 65 Ferme Rose (La) 65 65 Fermette (La) Fierlant Hotel (de) 96 110 Fils de Jules (Le) Fine Arts (Royal Museums of) 28, 43, 47, 64, 81, 131, 133 First Euroflat Hotel 94 FISA 151 Flagey 51, 62, 75 Floris Hotel Arlequin Grand Place 96 Floris Hotel Ustel Midi 96 65 Fonderie (La) Forêt de Soignes (sport centre) 67 Forest National 44, 51, 55, 62 Former Palace of Brussels (Coudenberg) 64, 84, 131

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Four Points by Sheraton Hotel Food & Dining – (catering) Frajlick Friture René Fun Quest G Galeries Ravenstein Gastronomy Gaulois (Cercle Royal) GC Nohva Good Time Company (The) Gosset Hotel Grand Forestier (Au) Gravenhof (Castle) Green Bizz Green Key Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels Guinguette En Ville (La)

94 109 122 112 122

6, 7, 67 107 63 65 123 96 112 96 65 92 94 112

H Halles Saint-Géry 63 Halles de Schaerbeek 62 51, 65, 132 Hallet Hotel (Max) Hard Rock Café 65, 85, 110, 145 Hergé (Museum) 65, 146 Hilton Brussels City 94 Hilton Brussels Grand-Place 94, 101, 110, Hof ter Musschen 65 Holiday Inn Brussels Airport 94 Holiday Inn Brussels Schuman 96 Horta (Museum) 51, 67 Hotel de la Poste 7, 61, 62 Hotel /House (Mansion) : - Autrique 67, 133 - Cauchie 67, 136 - Max Hallet 51, 65, 132 Hotels 91 96 Hotel Retro Hotel Solvay 51, 52, 67 Hotel Wielemans 51 Hotel Brussels (the) 95 Hotel (The) 95, 103 House of European History 52, 53, 136, 137 Hubert Hotel Grand-Place 7, 95

I IAC International Association Centre 63 Ibis Brussels Centre Gare du Midi 96 96 Ibis Brussels Centre Ste Catherine Ibis Brussels Off Grand-Place 97 97 Ibis Styles Brussels Louise ICAB Business & Technology Incubator 67 Instruments (Musical Museum) 47, 66, 87, 111, 133 International Auditorium (The) 66, 86 Isabelle de Borchgrave (Atelier) 64 Itinéraires 122, 134, 151, 158 Izan Avenue Louise Hotel 94 J Jacques Franck ( Cultural Center) Jada Events Jazz Station Jeux d’Hiver (Les) Jewish Museum Jogging (Brussels Sight)

63 151 65 110 65 121, 142

K Kaai theater 63 Kanal – Centre Pompidou 9, 44, 61, 134, 135, Karreveld (Castle) 65 44,57, 62, 70 Kart Expo (Brussels) 63 KBR - Royal Library of Belgium Kellen 151, 156, 157 63 Kinepolis (Cinemas) King Baudouin Stadium 57, 63 Koekelberg (Basilica) 44, 49, 62, 117, 133 Koezio 122 Konki 122 Korei 122 KVS 49, 63 Kwint Brasserie 110 L L'Echappée Bière 122, 125 Laerbeek (Chalet du) 110 Laurent Gerbaud Chocolate Workshop 23, 122, 158 L42 Business Center & Workspaces 65

112 96 95 122 112 63, 140 66, 87 65 67 67 164, 165

M Maalbeek (De) 65 Made in Louise (Hotel) 97 Madeleine (La) 28, 63 Magellan (Le) 110 Magritte (Musée/Museum) 47, 61, 64, 81, 131 Maison (La) : - de l’Automobile 64, 80 - des Brasseurs 65 - du Cygne 110 - Grand-Place 65, 86 - Notre-Dame du Chant d’Oiseau 65 Maison Carine Gilson 122 Maison Particulière 51 Malou Castle 67 Manacoach 122 Manufacture (La) 110 Manufacture 111, 145 Manufacture’s (The Loft) 67 Marivaux Hotel, Congress & Seminar Centre 95, 110 64 Marni (Théâtre) 94 Marriott Hotel (Grand-Place) 166, 167 Maps 65 Markten (De) 95 Martin’s Brussels EU 94 Martin’s Château du Lac & Manoir 51, 67, 132 Max Hallet Hotel Meat Me 110 Medecine Museum 66 MeetMarcel 151 Meet U There 151 MEININGER Hotel Brussels City Center 97

97, 105 Mercure Brussels Airport Hotel Mercure Brussels Centre Midi 94 Metropole Executive Centre 64 Metropole Brussels (Hotel) 94, 98 51, 163, 165 Midi station –South station Midtown Grill (Marriott Brussels Hotel) 110 67 Mill & Food Museum (Brussels) MIM (Musical Instruments Museum) 47, 66, 87, 111, 133 MIMA (Millennium Iconoclast Museum of 49, 66, 134, 135, 145 Art) Mini-Europe 57, 64, 82, 137 Mmmmh ! 123 Modern Event 64 162 Money Monnaie (La)/De Munt Opera House 44, 45, 47, 62 Montgomery (Eurostars) 94 MOOF (Museum of Original Figurines) 47, 66, 146 Motel One Brussels 97 110 Moulin de Lindekemale Muntpunt 67 Museum : - of the Army and Military History (Royal) 44, 53, 62, 136 - of Art & History 53, 136, 137 - BELvue & Coudenberg 64, 84, 131 - Clockarium 67 - Fine Arts of Belgium (Royal) 28, 43, 47, 64, 81 Music Village (The) 66 N NATAN (Maison) 122, Natural Sciences (Museum of) 53, 66, 137 Nekkersdal 66 66, 111, 123, 139 Nemo 33 Diving Centre New Balls Please 151 New Hotel Charlemagne 95 9Hotel Central 96 9Hotel Sablon 94 NH Brussels Airport Hotel 95 NH Brussels City Centre Hotel 95

NH Carrefour de l’Europe 95 NH Collection Brussels Centre 95 95 NH Grand Place Arenberg Hotel NH Collection Grand Sablon 47, 95 Nouveau Taste (Crowne Plaza) 111 Novotel Brussels Airport 97 Novotel Brussels Centre Midi Station Hotel 95 Novotel Brussels off Grand Place 95 95, 102 Novotel Brussels City Centre O Objectif (L’) Ocean Diva Belgium Old Wild West Ommegang (Brasserie de L’) OONA Op Weule Orangerie du Parc d’Egmont Organization Services Oval Office (The) Ovation Belgium

111 123 111 110 151 66 111 123 152 123

P 64 Palais des Académies Pantone Hotel 97 Parc (Théâtre Royal du) 63 Park Atrium(Regus) 67 Park Hotel (Best Western Plus) 94 Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport Hotel 97 Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi Hotel 97,106 Park Side Brasserie 111 Parker Hotel Brussels Airport 95 Parlementarium 53, 136, 137 64 Patinoire Royale (La) Petit Palais (Le) 112 95 Pentahotel Brussels city centre Pentahotel Brussels Airport 97 Perfect Plus Events 123, 151 Philanthropy House 67 Pianofabriek (De) 65 Pillows Grand Hotel Place Rouppe 95, 102 Planetarium 57, 66

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123 Planète Chocolat Plaza Brussels (Le) 95,103 Plaza Brussels Airport (Crowne) 94 Plaza (Crowne Brussels- Le Palace) 94, 111 63, 76, 77 Plaza (Théâtre Le) Porte de Hal 54,55,66,73 66 Poseidon sport centre Poste (Hôtel de la) 3, 61, 62 Practicalities 161 > 171 Pracsis 151 President Hotel 95 Profirst 151 Progress Hotel 95 123 Promo Events Pro Velo 123, 140 Public (Le) 64 Public holidays 162 Public Transport 163,165,167 Pullman Brussels Centre Midi 95 66 Pure Liner Q Quay 01 Queen Anne Quincaillerie (La) R Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Radisson Red Hotel Brussels Ramada Brussels Woluwe Rasante (La) Aspria Royal Recyclart Regus Schuman Regus Stephanie Square Relais Saint-Job (Le) Renaissance Brussels Hotel Renewable Energy House Rental (car) Repos des Chasseurs Residence Palace Restaurant Vincent Restauration Nouvelle Restobières Rinck (De) RiverTours

64 97 111

46, 95 95 97 96 66 67 67 112 95, 111 67 164,165 96,111 66 112 110, 111 112 65 123

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Rivieren Castle (De) 65 Robinson (Chalet) 63,83,110 Rose Blanche (La) 111 Rotonde of the Woluwe Football Stadium 65 Rotonde - Former Palace of Ch. de Lorraine 64 112

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64 63 97 66 44, 53, 96 111 95 111 66 66 152 152, 155 123, 123 65 44, 49, 62, 95 94 96 94, 99 94, 99 64, 85 66, 87 51, 52, 67 Spirito Brussels SQUARE - BRUSSELS CONVENTION 66, 111 31, 44, 47, 51, 61, 62, 72 CENTRE Stadium Constant Vanden Stock 44, 55, 62 57, 63 94

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94, 100, 101 66 123 67 152

T Tangla Hotel 94 Tanneurs (Ateliers des) 55, 64 Taverne du Passage (La) 67, 111, 112, 132 Taxi 163,165,167, 170 Team building (incentive) 23, 120 > 137 Teatro 111 Tellus 152 Tentation (La) 63 Ten Weyngaert 66 Theatres : - Marni 64 - de la place des Martyrs 64 - National 63 - Royal du Parc 63 - Le Plaza 63, 77 - Le Public 64 - Saint-Michel 53 - Vaudeville 64, 82 - Teatro 111 The Augustin 95 The Egg Brussels 63 The Escape Hunt Experience 123 The Good Time Company 123 The Hotel. 95, 103 The Oval Office 152 95 Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie Thon Hotel Brussels Airport 97 Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre 95 Thon Hotel EU 95 Timmermans (Brewery) 67 T Kelderke 112 Tour & Taxis (Les)(Sheds) 3, 7, 8, 44, 49, 62, 91, 140, 152 To the point events 66 Town Hall (Saint-Gilles) 66 Toy Museum 165 Train (Arriving by) 28, 57, 64, 83 Train World Tram Experience 124 Tram Museum 64 Transforma BXL 66 166,167 Transport & travel 152, 155 Triumph Benelux 322 Lambermont Hotel 96

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U Uccle/Ukkel (Cultural Centre) 63 ULB - Université Libre de Bruxelles 44, 51, 62 66 96 66 65 64 96 67, 133. 95 64, 82 64 Venues 41, 61, 62 > 87 Venues for +1000 persons 62 Venues between 500 & 1000 persons 62, 63 Venues between 250 & 500 persons 63, 64 Venues between 100 & 250 persons 64, 65, 66 Venues for less than 100 persons 67 Verhulst Events 124, 152 Vert de Gris 111 Viage (Grand Casino Brussels) 47, 62, 75

Villa Royale (Hotel)

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