Jules Mairet, auteur sur Bruxelles Secrète

Culture Things To Do

“A magical house”: Just a few minutes from the center of Brussels, this Gothic residence houses historical treasures unique in the world—it conceals wonderful sensory gardens and Belgium’s smallest beguinage

Ready for a journey through time in the heartof Anderlecht? Step inside the House of Erasmus, one of the capital’s oldest residences. It was here, amid Gothic brickwork and Renaissance furnishings, that t...

Food & Drink Things To Do

“It feels just like Japan”: Just 15 minutes from downtown Brussels, this authentic Japanese grocery store offers the best onigiri in the capital—a must-try gourmet selection to savor by the water

Need an Asian immersion without leaving the capital? Head to the town of Watermael-Boitsfort, where the Haru Chan grocery store stands out as an unmissable gourmet stop for . Run by the Sowa Trading group, which has bee...

Food & Drink Things To Do

Just an hour from Brussels, this iconic restaurant has just been crowned “Belgium’s Best Pizza” of 2026 thanks to a historic double victory! A must-visit spot that won over the Pizza League jury

At the heart of Belgian gastronomy, a new kind of competition is redefining the standards of excellence: the Pizza League. Founded in 2024, this national championship has become the ultimate arena where t...

Secret Guides Things To Do

The Best Micro-Experiences to Enjoy in Brussels in 2026

There are countless things to do in Brussels, but certain activities stand out for their truly special character—small moments that capture the essence of the city in a simple and memorable way. As par...

Culture Things To Do

Just 20 minutes from the center of Brussels, this unusual museum unveils the greatest secrets of the human body—a “cabinet of curiosities” that houses a massive collection of rare objects and millennia-old Egyptian mummies

Nestled within the modern structures of the Brussels University Center lies an unusual place, capturing centuries of human evolution. The Museum of Medicine is not merely a gallery of ancient artifacts; it is an immersi...

Escapes Things To Do

Less than 90 minutes from Brussels, this little-known medieval gem from the 14th century miraculously survived World War II—it is located in a charming and secluded hamlet voted “the most beautiful village in West Flanders.”

Just a stone’s throw from the canals of Damme andthe bustling streets of Bruges, Oostkerke Castle stands as a romantic treasure with its red-brick facades. A true 14th-century fortress, this building with...

Things To Do Wellness & Nature

Just a few minutes from downtown Brussels, this millennium-old UNESCO-listed gem hides carpets of wild hyacinths in the spring—a secret alternative to the Bois de Hal, nestled among medieval ruins and poignant memorials

While the famous Bois de Hal draws crowds every spring, an equally magical spectacle unfolds quietly just outside Brussels. A true green lung spanning over 4,000 hectares, the Forêt de Soignes features un...

Escapes Things To Do

Less than two hours from Brussels, this village—ranked among the most beautiful in Wallonia—hides a majestic castle of medieval origin and a historic 19th-century wash house—an authentic steam train traverses the region, offering a journey through history!

Nestled in the municipality of Viroinval, within the province of Namur, the village of Vierves-sur-Viroin seems to have been frozen in time, radiating timeless elegance. Dominated by the majestic silhouet...

Escapes Things To Do

“All you can hear is birdsong”: Just 10 minutes from downtown Brussels, this 5-hectare secret garden is the ideal retreat for a rejuvenating break—it hides a former 13th-century Cistercian abbey and a spectacular Gothic church!

Hidden in the heart of theIxelles district lies a sanctuary of serenity far fromthe hustle and bustle of the city: the Gardens of the Abbey of La Cambre. Founded in the 13th century by a Cistercian commun...

Secret Guides Things To Do

After years of waiting, this global beauty giant is coming to Brussels—we finally know the locations and opening dates of the new Sephora stores in the capital!

Calling all beauty addicts in Belgium: Sephora, the global leader in beauty products, announces its historic arrival on the Belgian market with the opening of two brand-new stores in the heart of the capi...