Grand-Place
square · Brussels · Belgium
- Address
- Grand-Place, 1000 Brussels
- Prices
- Entry: Free
Public square.
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About
The medieval market square of Brussels, lined with ornate guildhalls and the Town Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
History
Most of the buildings were rebuilt after the French bombardment of 1695.
Good to know
- Visit early or after dark, when the square is quieter and lit up.
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