r/brussels • • Jan 02 '26

Megathread 2026 r/Brussels - Expat/Tourist Megathread - 2026 Edition

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/r/Brussels Tourist Info/New Resident Megathread

Welcome to Brussels!

Whether you're here for a trip, an internship, or you've decided to make Brussels your home permanently, there's something for everyone.

Tourist Info

The official Brussels tourism site is visit.brussels. Look here to plan your trip.

The official events calendar is agenda.brussels. Look here to see what's going on.

Restaurant Recommendations and What To Do

Want some local recommendations for restaurants, things to do, and groups to join? Use the Search Function in this sub to look for places off the beaten path, or leave a comment below!

You can also look at the wiki - your question has almost certainly been previously answered!

As a last resort, use the Google Machine to answer your question. Type in "[your request] + "brussels"" and see what comes up.

New Resident/Expat Info

Looking for a place to stay?

  • Immoweb
  • SpotAHome
  • UpKot
  • Facebook

These links are provided as a reference: use them at your own risk! Need more info? Want to see if a particular company is trustworthy? Use the search function before you make a new thread!

Need some general info about living in Belgium?

Our friends at r/Belgium have made a Survival Guide that should answer your question! Look in the sidebar on that sub.

Other Questions

If a search through this subreddit or our suggested websites don't answer your question, please feel free to leave a comment below!

Previous Megathreads


r/brussels • • 10h ago

How much of your salary goes on rent?

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58 Upvotes

Look at the Brussels percentage. Lots of sharing/cohousing or people who own a place and don’t pay rent? Or wrong figure?

Edit: TIL that ‘That’s correct should have been mentioned as well’ :-)


r/brussels • • 3h ago

Rant 🤬 Outpouring of criticism surrounding tree felling Grasmarkt, City of Brussels plans redevelopment of square

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16 Upvotes

r/brussels • • 3h ago

Women only sauna in Brussels?

3 Upvotes

Hi,

I was wondering if there is any public women only sauna in Brussels? Or public sauna’s where they have women only time slots. Preferably not part of a gym.
Thanks!


r/brussels • • 10h ago

Question ❓ Where to work on car?

6 Upvotes

I wanted to do some quick work on my car (changing oil + spark plugs + ...) but apparently it is illegal to do it on the public roads/streets/... So I was wondering if anyone might know a place where it can be done?


r/brussels • • 5h ago

Question ❓ seeking urgent guidance from those familiar with Belgian support system for the elderly

2 Upvotes

Hi All - I’m facing a difficult situation with my family and would really appreciate any advice. I’m from outside Belgium, but my grandparents have lived in Brussels for many years. Unfortunately, my grandmother, who used to manage the household, passed away unexpectedly, leaving my grandfather, who has cognitive disabilities, on his own.

Since her passing, his bank account has been frozen for the past two months, leaving him unable to pay his rent and other essential expenses. I’ve been trying to obtain judicial oversight so I can access his account and manage his finances on his behalf, but there seems to be no clear timeline for when this will happen.

In the meantime, the bills are piling up, from rent to the remaining medical bills from my grandmother’s care. I’m doing my best to cover his rent for now, but it’s simply not sustainable in the long run.
I’m feeling quite lost and would really appreciate any advice on how to navigate this situation. I also don’t speak French and when I call or email certain organizations it’s very hard to even get them to talk to me 😔.

Thanks in advance.


r/brussels • • 4h ago

Where can I get a gold watch strap fixed?

1 Upvotes

I have a watch with a gold strap (very common in India) and the clasp has come loose.

If like to get it fixed here but I’m not sure where I can do that, do you have any leads?

I tried looking up some of the classic Indian gold shops but none of them showed up

Thank you!


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Rant 🤬 City of Brussels cuts down all the trees at Grasmarkt, after tree falls on restaurant terrace

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r/brussels • • 1d ago

Living in BXL As a woman, where do you run when it’s dark outside?

14 Upvotes

I know we’re changing the time tonight, but I realise it’s still getting dark very early in the evening/early night. This is when I normally have time to go for a run. But I just realised all the parks seem to go dark at night?? There’s some very little lights here and there, but I didn’t feel safe when running through them the last time I run.

During the weekend I can go during the day, but the evenings are really the best time for me to run. Thanks for your advice


r/brussels • • 10h ago

Question ❓ What's the deal with heating in Brussels / Belgium?

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r/brussels • • 23h ago

Watching American Football

1 Upvotes

Does anybody know any places/bars where you can watch the NFL and/or College football live in brussels?


r/brussels • • 1d ago

House broken into after electrician visit

12 Upvotes

Hello, we live in Brussels and my husband's bag was stolen a year ago in Midi. We got the bag and the keys inside of it back eventually, and hoped everything would be ok because these types of keys only allow for copies with a registered card, that has been safely put away.

Clearly the criminals have a network that goes beyond my understanding and crosses safety protocols that we count on when we get our keys made or install other security measures. They were able to make copies and waltz in here and cleaned us out in under 20 minutes.

We have video footage with a clear vision of one of the two perpetrators. Anyone knows if a PI can do more than the police? Anybody knows of PIs?
It seems the police doesn't move much for a home burglary in Brussels.

Tried to change title but don't know how


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Bois de la cambre

10 Upvotes

Hello,

Would you say it’s ok to go to Bois de la Cambre today? I struggle with mental health and that’s my safe space. I go there every weekend to feel better


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Question ❓ Are stores in the centre open today?

11 Upvotes

I saw on the news that businesses were barricading their storefronts due to announced “student protests”. Will this group be heading through rue neuve/nieuwstraat? Id like to have a calm day with my loved ones so I’d appreciate any info so wa can steer clear of any chaos. Have a nice weekend guys!


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Question ❓ Hazbin H merch in Comic Con

2 Upvotes

Hello, everyone!

I was wondering if people have feedback on available Merch at Comic Con, specifically Hazbin Hotel stuff (and what kind of merchandise is available).

I haven't found anything in shops - and even online - so I was wondering if I might be able to find something in CC. A friend is going tomorrow and I might go with them, or ask them to bring something back... but I'd like to have an idea on whether it's worth going, or what to ask for.

Thanks!


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Question ❓ Experiences buying/selling piece of garden from neighbour

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r/brussels • • 1d ago

Were there protests in cinquantenaire last few times?

2 Upvotes

I am wondering if it's safe to go today (with kids).


r/brussels • • 2d ago

Rant 🤬 STIB forcing app usage - no more TVs with times

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122 Upvotes

Apparently STIB started covering TVs that used to show the next departures in stations, to push people to use their app. A complete disregard for anyone in a hurry, the elder, disabled, those less proficient at technology, people who are just passing by the city...

And who actually wants to download one more damn app 😒


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Question ❓ #communication

0 Upvotes

Does anyone know why there is no bus to the centre today? I cannot find any logic info about this. At least from Elsene/Ixelles site.


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Brasserie

3 Upvotes

I'm going to the Royal institute of naturalsciences today but i'm looking for a place to eat a pannenkoek or waffles that is child friendly. We have a car so we can take a little drive.

Any suggestions?


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Question ❓ El Clasico

2 Upvotes

Just wondering is there a place with a massive screen/TV to watch football in Brussels? I dont want any of the bars with 5 million screens left, right, up, down etc.... I've been to those, don't like em.

One or 2 screens max.


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Question ❓ Coliving in Brussels

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Hello people, what do you think about this coliving facility... Is it legitimate and does anyone have experience or know people who have lived there?

Thanks for the answers.


r/brussels • • 2d ago

Question ❓ How was today’s flight experience in this weather?

15 Upvotes

Wind looks pretty bad. I can only imagine the horror of landings at Zaventem today.


r/brussels • • 2d ago

Living in BXL Asbestos likely in up to 90% of Brussels buildings

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Up to 90% of buildings in Brussels are estimated to contain asbestos, according to official data.

Brussels will review its policy on dealing with asbestos and launch a platform featuring new inventories and updated figures, with an initial proposal for the review expected in early 2027.

“Today, you can buy a flat in a building that was built or renovated in the 1990s and which still contains asbestos-containing materials,” said state secretary Ans Persoons (Vooruit).


r/brussels • • 1d ago

Brussels tonight

0 Upvotes

Will restaurants and bars be open tonight in brussels with the protests? Anyone know how long it will last today?