Christmas in Brussels: a great tourist destination for everyone, big or small, who wants to be wrapped in the warmth and splendor of Christmas.
Brussels at Christmas is more welcoming than usual. It engages not only with its traditions and innovations but also by promoting those of other European cities – such as the Estonian capital Tallinn – increasingly reinforcing the epithet of ‘capital of Europe.’
Arriving in Brussels at Christmas, you cannot miss venturing into the vast Christmas market at Grand-Place, consisting of as many as 220 stalls with very original gift ideas ranging from lace, embroidery, and tapestries typical of the Belgian capital.
From Grand-Place to Place Saint-Jean to Place Sainte-Catherine, passing through the Bourse (the Belgian stock exchange) and the fish market: everywhere there are lights, colors, sounds, and scents, all in full Christmas style.
You will surely be attracted by the immense light installations that wrap the architectures and city monuments. In the air, you will hear the echoes of concert notes and catch the scent of mulled wine, perfect to fight the winter temperatures.
For those who do not particularly like alcoholic beverages, at the many kiosks you can also taste other hot drinks accompanied by delicious local dishes.
During the Christmas in Brussels period, you can also watch theatrical performances, religious and folkloric processions, and street artists’ shows everywhere.
Finally, unmissable is the ice skating rink – equipped both for adults and children – and the very famous Giant Ferris wheel, which during the night hours offers a breathtaking show thanks to its 18,000 light bulbs.
An electrifying mix of lights, sounds, and smells: this is Christmas in Brussels.
