Brussels Flower Carpet
As if the Grand Place - one of the world's most beautiful squares - was not spectacular enough, every two years the Belgians cover it with a carpet of flowers.
The enterprise involves considerable time and effort, when you think that over 300 square metres have to be covered with a massive 800,000 fresh begonias. The blooms then have to be kept fresh for four days in the scorching August heat, helped by the addition of fountains within the pattern of the carpet.
The end result, however, is well worth it. The multicoloured carpet forms a stunning centrepiece to the square, often including scenes from Belgian folklore and myth amongst its intricate designs.
Fireworks and a sound-and-light show launch the display on the preceding night, while those who want a better view can pay a small fee to take a look from the first floor of the town hall.
Related Information
Website: Brussels Flower Carpet Website
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Information |
| Phone: | +32 (0) 2 513 89 40 |
| Address: | c/o B.I.T.C. Hôtel de Ville, Grand-Place, 1000 Brussels |
| Venue Information: | Grand'Place |
| Full Name: | |
| Cost: | Free |
| Opening Hours: | Daily all day |
| Address: | Grand'Place 1000 |
| Directions: | Gare Centrale, de Brouckère or Bourse metro |
| Other Information: | Grand'Place |
| Website: | Belgian Railways Website |
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Information |
| Phone: | +32 (0) 2 513 89 40 |
| Address: | c/o B.I.T.C. Hôtel de Ville, Grand-Place, 1000 Brussels |
| Name: | Brussels Tourist Office |
| Location: | Wallonia |
| Address: | 2-4 rue Royale, 1000 Brussels |
| Phone: | +32 (0) 2 513 89 40 |
| Fax: | +32 (0) 2 513 83 20 |
| Name: | Brussels & Wallonia Tourist Office UK |
| Location: | Belgium |
| Address: | 217 Marsh Wall, London E14 9FJ |
| Email: | info@belgiumtheplaceto.be |
| Phone: | +44 (0) 207 537 1132 |
