We can offer you a free walking tour in Brussels in Dutch. It starts at Centraal Station and takes you directly past some famous sights. From the Central Station, walk along the Mont des Arts, a slope in the historic centre of Brussels, where you can see the Royal Museums of Fine Arts. Stroll through the extraordinary landscaped gardens and admire the beauty of the church of Saint Jacob on Coudenberg.
Continue past the imposing Royal Palace and then walk in the green oasis of the Park of Brussels, or the Parc de la Warande, the oldest park in Brussels. Ready to discover the urban life of Brussels?
The route through Brussels regularly alternates imposing architecture with green parks. Enjoy the beautiful historical buildings and pleasant shopping streets. Visit the European quarter or immerse yourself in the culinary world of Brussels. Take a seat in one of the many lively cafés for a locally brewed beer or real Belgian fries. The instructions are in Dutch, but on the last page you will also find a map to help you find your way.
Download the route (in Dutch)
The visit.brussels website has more routes through the various districts of Brussels, like:
Gotten excited about walking around Brussels? In less than two hours you can travel from Amsterdam Central Station directly to the Belgian capital with Eurostar. You get off at the centrally located Brussel Zuid/Midi. From this station you can travel to the Central Station within a few minutes, where the first walking route starts.
You can also take Intercity Brussels directly to Brussel Centraal. You do not need to reserve a seat and can take any intercity train on your selected travel day. Great flexibility! This makes travelling by train the ideal way to visit Brussels. The sooner you book, the lower the price.
With our tips, it will not take you long to find good restaurants where you can enjoy a great meal.
Enjoy historical monuments, green landscapes and numerous museums and activities along the way.