City Game Coudenberg
The Year 1615. As Brussels prepares for the celebrations of the Ommegang procession, a young architect named Joris presents himself to the court to enter the service of the Archdukes Albert and Isabella. But entering the service of the court is far from being a simple task: Joris will have to prove his competence!
Grab your smartphone and set off to discover the Royal Quarter in the company of our hero, meeting colourful notables who will put you to the test: observation, reflection, logic… Triumph and you will obtain the precious Golden Key that will open the doors of Coudenberg Palace! An adventure to be experienced, an exciting city game that will plunge you into the 17th century, at the court of the Archdukes.
Practical information:
How does it work: Download on Apple Store of Google Play. Enter the keyword “Coudenberg” - choose “City Game”.
Fee: € 5.99. Haven't visited the archaeological ruins of the Coudenberg Palace yet? On presentation of proof of download, you will receive a discount on entry (1 paid entry = 1 free entry).
Where: Coudenberg Palace, Place des Palais 7 1000 Brussels.
Coudenberg Palace
Brussels
Various
City Game Coudenberg
Visits of the City Hall
Visits of the City Hall of Brussels are possible with a video guide. These visits are available as an itinerary for adults or families, in French, Dutch, English, German, Italian and Spanish.
Immerse yourself in the heart of the City Hall of Brussels and let yourself be transported back through the centuries thanks to an interactive experience. As soon as you arrive on the Grand-Place, you'll be captivated by the imposing silhouette of this emblematic building, a jewel of Gothic architecture.
In 23 different steps, around the bend of a monumental staircase, a precious cabinet or a room well known to the people of Brussels, this tour will take you from one era to another, retracing nearly 6 centuries of history. You can explore the City Hall at your own pace with the help of your videoguide.
For the more adventurous, take a guided tour on the weekends and climb up to the tower, which offers a 360-degree view of the city. This breathtaking experience allows you to admire the skyline of Brussels.
Whether you're a history buff, an art lover or a family in search of adventure, a visit to the City Hall of Brussels will enchant and inspire you.
City of Brussels Town Hall
Brussels
Exhibitions
Visits of the City Hall
Podwalk - In the footsteps of the Burgundians, with Bart Van Loo through Brussels
With the podwalk “In the footsteps of the Burgundians, with Bart Van Loo through Brussels” storyteller Bart Van Loo takes you on a historical walk through the heart of the capital. Starting at Place des Palais,
discover emblematic locations where the legacy of the Burgundian era can still be felt today.
Throughout the walk, Bart Van Loo immerses you in a captivating story of political power, court intrigues and banquets, religion, art, and daily life in Burgundian Brussels. In the footsteps of Philip the Good, Charles the Bold, and Emperor Charles V, a story unfolds of ambition, splendour, and intrigue.
A podwalk means listening while you walk. Thanks to GPS localisation, the audio segments are triggered automatically at the right moment during your route.
Continue your journey through time at the KBR museum, located within the Royal Library of Belgium, home to the magnificent collection of illuminated manuscripts from the Dukes of Burgundy.
As guest curator, Bart Van Loo has selected some of the most evocative manuscripts from KBR’s rich collections, bringing you even closer to the Burgundian court of the 15th and 16th centuries. Miniatures of extraordinary beauty bring the stories heard in the city to life, embodying history in parchment and pigment.
KBR
Brussels
Guided tours
Podwalk - In the footsteps of the Burgundians, with Bart Van Loo through Brussels
Visit of the Erasmushouse and the Beguinage
Erasmus House–in which the famous philosopher and scholar stayed from May to October 1521–is one of the oldest Gothic houses in the Belgian capital, and hosts a sublime collection of paintings, prints and sculptures by 15th-17th century masters.
The beguinage has been restored in depth and is once again open to visitors each 1st Sunday of the month with guided tours (or on request).
The Erasmus House, beguinage, and collegiate church of Saints Peter and Guido forma magnificent historical ensemble, right in the heart of the commune. Erasmus House–in which the famous philosopher and scholar stayed from May to October 1521–is one of the oldest Gothic houses in the Belgian capital.
It hosts a sublime collection of paintings, prints and sculptures by 15th-17th century masters like Albrecht Dürer, Hugo Van der Goes, Cornelis Metsys... not to mention portraits of Erasmus inspired by Hans Holbein and Quentin Metsys. A rich collection of 16th century books is a nod to the singular humanist’s thinking.
A medicinal plant garden–designed by landscape architect René Pechère–presents around one hundred medicinal plants that were known to 16thcentury physicians. Beyond it stretches a philosophical garden that is home to the works of contemporary artists like Marie-Jo Lafontaine and Bob Verschueren. The beguinage of Anderlecht is Belgium’s smallest.
Founded in 1252, today it consists of two wings framing an enclosed garden with its own well. It housed beguines right up until the French Revolution. The beguinage has been restored in depth and is once again open to visitors each 1st Sunday of the month with guided tours. Discover this entirely restored architectural jewel in a pristine state.
To prepare for your visit, please consult the garden rules on the Erasmushouse & Beguinage website.
Erasmus House & Beguinage Museums
Anderlecht
Exhibitions
Visit of the Erasmushouse and the Beguinage
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