The increased presence of housing, shops, restaurants and cafés has given the district a dynamic, friendly atmosphere that is no longer limited to the presence of institutions.
The Parc Léopold, a former royal zoological garden turned vast green space, the Parc du Cinquantenaire with its triumphal arch erected in 1880 to celebrate Belgium’s 50th birthday, the squares Ambiorix, Marie-Louise and Marguerite with their elegant Art Nouveau mansions make the European Quarter one of the greenest in Brussels.
The area is home to a wealth of culinary delights.
A vast area reserved for pedestrians and soft mobility, Place Jourdan has benefited from a complete renovation that has transformed it into an airy space conducive to relaxation and socializing, particularly during the market held every Sunday.
Inaugurated in 2001, Place Jean Rey has been transformed into a space where you can enjoy yourself, with trees, water fountains and benches.
Place du Luxembourg is a magical place to enjoy warm summer evenings and weekday lunchtimes.
Festive and sunny, the Place de Londres was completely redeveloped in the 2000s for the benefit of pedestrians, cyclists and terraces, often taken over by a cosmopolitan clientele from institutions as well as Matonge and Porte de Namur.
