OLD PALACE OF BRUSSELS, ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE AND MUSEUM OF THE COUDENBERG

© Bastin & Evrard

Address:

Place des Palais 7
1000 BRUXELLES
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Tel.:+32 (0) 70 22 04 92

Fax:+32 (0) 2 502 46 23

The Palace of Brussels built on the Coudenberg hill from the 12th century and was subsequently rebuilt, extended and improved in line with the increased prestige of the Dukes of Brabant, then the Dukes of Burgundy, the Emperor Charles the Fifth and finally the Archdukes Albert and Isabel.
The Palace was for several centuries the centre of power. Distinguished visitors from all over Europe were attracted by the beauty of the buildings, the gardens and the richness of the Palace's artistic collection.
This prestigious monument was unfortunately destroyed by a huge fire in 1731 and disappeared when the district was redeveloped after 1775.
A fascinating walk beneath the place Royale gives you the opportunity to discover the remains of this illustrious palace.

Comment:

CLOSED UNTIL FEBRUARY 2009.

Extra information:

Children younger than 12 years old : free of charge.

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