Harry Potter is coming to Brussels: our opinion on the Forbidden Forest
Updated on December 10, 2022 by pierre
Harry Potter walking tour in the Forbidden Forest of Brussels
Whether you are a Harry Potter fan or not, an unforgettable evening is in store! Meet in the forbidden forest a stone's throw from Brussels for a night walk. Travel the world of Jk rowling meet magical creatures straight out of the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ series (Fanfast Beasts).
Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, at the origin of the project, will have worked hard to surprise you in Brussels. To do well, they have teamed up with renowned scenographers and creators of experiences and events: Thinkwell, Unify et Fever
After dark, immerse yourself in the depths of the Forbidden Forest. The Forbidden Forest would turn out to be THE stroll not to be missed in Brussels at the end of 2022. Indeed, this one has everything on its side: a universe with breathtaking scenery and quite surprising sound & light games,
The illuminated path will surprise you. Along it hide many fantastic creatures: Hippogriffs, Licorns, Nifflers, Centaurs, Pixies and many others!
This "Forbidden Forest" and theuniverse of Harry Potter will begin on November 5, 2022 a few minutes by car from Brussels in the Chateau de Groenenberg estate in Leeuw-Saint-Pierre announcement Thursday. Don't missbuy your tickets online in advance. (the promocode feverfridayffbru20 gives -20%)
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A participatory and surprising exhibition
Your journey through the Enchanted Forest will not be a simple walk like a classic sound & light show. The walk is rather full of surprises. As a sorcerer's apprentice, you can also take part in the adventure.
Bow to the famous Hippogriff « buckbeak and he will bow back. Surprising creatures are sure to be there. You will also come face to face with a centaur (a character that is both man and horse).
In this magical ride, you will therefore feel a bit like a sorcerer's apprentice. You will learn to handle a wizard's wand and launch an enchantment “Expecto Patronus”. This will show your patronus and protective spirit against creatures that feed on human joy. Further on, thanks to the "Nox", you will learn how to turn off the lights of the forest. You will finish the course in a duel of wands of sociers against Voldemort!
A walk in Harry's "Forbidden Forest"
Once night falls, your walk will begin along an illuminated path in the depths of the forest. This course will delight audiences of all ages. For the walk in the forest, count between 45 and 70 minutes. You will relive emblematic scenes straight out of the wizarding world. This magical journey will great fun for families who will wander from surprise to surprise. Don't delay, theare magical creatures like hippogriffs, centaurs, unicorns, nifflers await you there!
No worries, if there are a lot of people, the departure is done in waves and small groups in order to be able to enjoy the event out of the big crowd. On the weather side, we did part of the route in the rain, with the fall colors, it made it even more magical and real.
Where to eat at the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest in Brussels
At the end of the course, you won't stay hungry. The ride ends with a themed village straight out of the world of JK Rowling. Different food trucks offer savory or sweet dishes inspired by the wizarding world. As for drinks, you can taste the famous beer « butterbeer”. For big fans, don't miss the souvenir shop located in the same place. You can find products derived from the films there. Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts.
Book your entrance tickets and tickets for the walk in the forbidden forest of Harry Potter in Brussels
Entrance tickets for the Forbidden Forest are available on the official experience website as well as on the Fever app and website. Entrance prices vary from €23 to €55 for an adult and from €19 to €40 for a child. The price depends on the session chosen.
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Address of Harry Potter the Forbidden Forest in Brussels
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience will be held in the woods of Groenenberg Castle and Estate. This is an outdoor course to be explored in the dark. Spectators should follow staff instructions and signs to get to the course from the car park.
Only 30 minutes from Brussels, in the vast forest of the Groenenberg estate, at Konijnestraat, it is the perfect getaway if you are looking for a moment of escape from the hustle and bustle of Brussels. Fascinating light effects, spectacular sets, magical creatures straight out of the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ series… You won't stop being surprised!
- Address: Chateau de Groenenberg – Kasteelstraat 40, 1750 Lennik
- Paid parking available (€3,00 per ticket, subject to availability)
- Castle and Estate of Groenenberg
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Official website and ticket office : Buy my tickets online
Date: : Opening on November 5
Age requirement : open to everyone
Duration of the route : 60-90 minutes (the route in the forest lasts approx. 45-75 minutes)
All trademarks, characters, names and associated concepts are the property of © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
