I am local - Leisure

Ambiance festive, un peu alternative ce weekend sur la Place Willems : les Winter Pop-ups, événements satellites des Plaisirs d’hiver du centre-ville, se sont installés à Laeken. Certes, on aurait plutôt rêvé d’un Marché de Noël au Parvis Notre Dame, ou encore d’une patinoire sur la Place Bockstael, mais la magie passe aussi par cette petite sœur un peu cachée des places plus connues de Laeken – et l’effet est en effet magique !

Tentes colorées, foodtrucks, jongleurs et magiciens du feu – et parmi eux le bar de Laeken.Brussels. Les petits sont fascinés par nos bracelets fluorescents et l’ambiance créée par la glace carbonique, tandis que les grands sont plutôt attirés par le punch d’hiver, le Glühwein maison (merci à Stijn !) et le genièvre que nous avons préparés à notre Laeken pop-up bar.

Que de belles rencontres !

Locations

Albert Street – pedagogical garden

This is piece of land of 30 ares, owned by the city of Brussels and Infrabel. It is a green pedagogical space accessible for all (schools, résidents, associations and businnesses). It is a naturel garden which aime at enriching the biodiversity by favouring local faune and flore. It is also a cousu garden where résidents meet and sure their ideas.

It is open to the public each 3rd Sunday of the month (10-13h). Guided walks are organised by Laeken Découverte. Access can also be organised on demand. Contact person : Georgette Van Hees & Jean Louis Smeyers, 26 rue Jan Bollen à 1020 Bruxelles, albertstreet@skynet.be – Tel 02/428.75.27

Location

At the corner of Albert Street and Palais Outre-Ponts Street, 1020 Laeken
Coordinates: 50.8753375, 4.360382500000014

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Chez Zohra $

A place for small Moroccan quality food, which offers a tasteful alternative for the surrounding snacks.

Chez Zohra is the new happy place in Laeken.

In the soft sofa at Zohra, you are as comfortable as in the arms of a mother.

Location

Rue Fransman 13, 1020 Laeken
Coordinates: 50.877981, 4.346579199999951

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HAZEWEE $

HAZEWEE is a unique restaurant in Brussels. It is located at the foot of the Cité Modèle. Its external appearance is in contradiction with the magic operating inside.

A surprising setting, a big travel through time.

Delicious cooking based on fresh products, at democratic prices and a warm atmosphere.

Monday till Thursday: from 12h to 14h (pousse café 14h to 15h30)
Friday : 19h to 22h (pousse café 22h to 23h)

Location

Coordinates: 50.8950347, 4.324114399999985

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La Perle

“Brown pub” where locals come to drink their beer while overlooking place Bockstael.

On sunny Saturdays when the terrace is open it is a lovely place to have a drink and contemplate

the market activities, after having been to the market.

La Perle also hosts regular karaoke events.

Location

Coordinates: 50.8778753, 4.3475277000000006

02 427 96 40

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Café Théâtre des artistes

Located close to the Bockstael metro station – exit Rue des artistes – this little pub offers one of the best coffees (Delta) in the neighbourhood on the way to the Serres Royales or to the Atomium.

In summertime the terrace is one of the best places to savour a coffee whilst reading a book or the newspaper.

Location

Coordinates: 50.88041519999999, 4.349161900000013

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Delizia $

Simple & tasty Italian restaurant near the Atomium, where you will be served at a democratic price.

Very nice service.

Delizia is open every day, except Monday, from 10:00-23:00. However they sometimes close early, so you best call in advance.

Location

Coordinates: 50.89038799999999, 4.3429985000000215

02 478 54 69

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Mini-Europe

Always dreamt of visiting all capitals of Europe? A visit of Mini-Europe will make it possible to discover all of them in less than two hours. You will not only see the most emblematic buildings of each country, but you’ll also be able to learn about the EU and what’s it all about. Plus, you can combine your entry ticket with a ticket to the Atomium. Where else can you take a picture of the symbol of Brussels next to the Eiffel Tower, Big Ben and Piazza del Duomo?

Location

Bruparck
B-1020 Bruxelles (Laeken)
Coordinates: 50.894085, 4.3389369000000215

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info@minieurope.eu

+32 (0)2/478.05.50

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Atomium Restaurant $$$

Fancy dining at one of the highest points in Brussels? The Atomium Restaurant offers haute cuisine in an extraordinary, design-oriented setting that is highly recommended – and not only for tourists. Chef Alexandre Masson treats guests with his new interpretations of regional and seasonal food.

Location

Square de l’Atomium, 1020 Brussel, Belgium
Coordinates: 50.8953587, 4.341345100000012

Opening hours:

Mon-Sat	12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Mon-Sat	7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Sun	12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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+32 2 479 58 50

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Park of Laeken

Location

Coordinates: 50.89250000000001, 4.348611099999971

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Brasserie de l’expo $$

With oysters, crabs and other seafood on display at the street side counter, and with its interior, a combination of red leather benches, wood and gold, the Brasserie de l’Expo in the Heysel neighborhood is a very Parisian style restaurant. All you need to complete this setting is champagne!

Location

Houba de Strooperlaan 188, 1020 Brussel
Coordinates: 50.89038540000001, 4.33616619999998

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+32 2 476 99 70