NY has Central Park, but Bruxelles can compete with the stunning Bois de la Cambre! Enjoy a picnic in the nature with your friends, or hop on the ferry and try out the restaurant on a tiny island. There’s even a pony club!
What if you want to visit the majestic Sonian Forest but also stay within the city? Well, a short tram ride away from Brussels centre is Bois de la Cambre, an offshoot of the 5000-hectare Sonian Forest. This 123-hectare park, albeit close to the heart of Brussels, is the perfect place to relax for a few hours and let go of that city stress.
Laid out in 1861 by German architect Edouard Keilig, over the years the park has become the favourite getaway spot for locals and tourists alike. Whether you are in for a jog on the sidewalks (a full lap is about 5 km), a workout in the open air gym, or just wanna chill with your friends and get a waffle, we are sure this will become your new go-to park.
Woodpecker Park
Under the trees of Bois de la Cambre lies Woodpecker Park - an oasis providing food and drinks in the sunshine or shade along with plenty of outdoor games that you can rent for free! A perfect summer spot to relax after work or spend the day in the sunshine, with events and DJs to spice up your weekend. But it's not just for summer, you can enjoy Woodpecker all year long as you stop for a hot tea or mulled wine throughout the colder months. Find them in the centre of the park on Carrefour des Attelages. Stay up to date with what's on and their opening times on their Facebook page.
Getting There
24/7
All Seasons
1€ (ferry boat); 10€ for 30 minutes and 15€ for 1 hour (paddle boat)
Open; national COVID guidelines apply