Updated on December 12, 2022 by pierre

Christmas markets in Brussels

Soon the end of year celebrations. A period when the different streets of Brussels are bounded by increased diversity event. Among these is very well the 'winter fun festival'' and the famous Christmas Market. Perfect time to attract visitors and offer a very delicious panoply of cuisine.

This is also the time when you will enjoy the concert, the  ferris wheel in brussels , beautiful melodies, mulled wine, processions and parades, street performers and a large ice rink. The Christmas markets are among the best events in Brussels. It already starts on November 26 and it's gone for about five weeks.

The Christmas markets offer 225 very magnificent chalets to discover and which is a pleasure for the eyes. Would you like to participate? We provide you with the list of the best addresses of the Christmas markets in Brussels 2021. If you are looking for free activities to do in Brussels, the Christmas market is the end of the year activity not to be missed.

Before going any further and browsing our favorite Christmas markets, you might be interested in these:

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• Where to buy the best Christmas Cougnous

List of Christmas markets in Brussels: 5 addresses you absolutely must visit

Are you looking for the best addresses in 2021 to take full advantage of the Christmas markets in Brussels? Keep reading and you will get satisfaction very soon.

1. The Christmas market on the Grand-Place: the heart of winter pleasures

La Grande Place, as its name suggests, is one of the Brussels markets where you choose to position yourself first. It represents the heart of the various winter pleasures in Brussels.

A place where the crèche and the Christmas tree have a place of choice and very well installed. You will find donkeys and sheep there, reflecting the magic of Christmas. You will feel very comfortable there and your children too. Perfect place to have fun with the family or spend an unforgettable moment.

The particularity of the Christmas market on the Grand Place is the radiant play of light and the very interesting spectacle offered. In addition, it takes place every 30 minutes for approximately 10 to 15 minutes. During the show, the different faces of the historic buildings sparkle with light in multiple and delightful colors.

To go further, our article on the best things to do in Brussels in December

To get there, only one address: Grote Markt, 1000 Brussel, Belgium.

2. The Fish Market: a serene corner not to be missed at Christmas

We cannot talk about the big markets in Brussels and do without the fish market. This is an excellent place where you can adore by its magnificent play of light.

More than 200 chalets are available to serve you the most delicious dishes in Brussels. In addition, they will offer you gifts of all kinds and extravagant Christmas decorations in many forms.

At the roofs covered with snow, accompanied by bright lights of the Christmas tree, which attracts the attention of visitors. Furthermore, the children who pass by this market always come out happy.

Discover the plunging aspect of the Ferris wheel which is about 55 meters high. This is the magic key to the market, because from afar you can see it at the top of the city.

However, its Pavillon Leffe brand will offer you all varieties of Leffe beer to quench your thirst. This market is an admirable place that provides typical Belgian fish.

Address to get there: Brussels 1000 Belgium.

3. La Bourse de Bruxelles: perfect for savoring delicious dishes of Belgian origin

The Brussels Stock Exchange is a Christmas market located opposite the Brussels Stock Exchange. It is a house powered by a diversity of beautiful and attractive lights.

The environment of this house gives you a moment of joy and happiness. You who like and adore warm chalets, your presence will be welcome with a very charming welcome.

It offers decoration services, delicious Belgian and European dishes. There are many spectacular events and attractions that take place within the Stock Exchange. You will have shows like Obscura-Kerstmarkt which starts on December 2, New Year's Eve which starts on December 31.

It is a house that you cannot miss during the Christmas party. It is located in the locality of the former convent of the Récollets de la Bourse, 1000 Brussels, Belgium.

4. Place Sainte-Catherine: open for family Christmas outings

One of the most famous Christmas markets in Brussels is Place Sainte-Catherine. It used this name thanks to its geographical location in relation to the Sainte-Catherine church.

Indeed, the market is constantly changing its culture, its dishes which are all the more delicious and many other things. Moreover, this market is an appropriate place for a perfect family rejoicing.

An expert in reception services, it also offers your children a variety of Christmas gifts.

This market comes alive every December with non-industrial products from the sub-region. Getting there is very easy.

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Address: Sainte-Catherine1000 Brussels, Belgium.

5. Place de la Monnaie: at the heart of a grand opera full of many end-of-year surprises

Located in the heart of Brussels, the Place de la Monnaie is a grand opera house that has had a major impact on the history of Europe as a whole.

Once in this market, you will enjoy the delightful shops selling traditional Christmas decorations and arts. In addition to this, Christmas gifts and other attractions will be offered to you. As examples of what awaits you there:

• a magnificent Christmas crib;
• delicious cookies and cakes traditional Christmas,
• of very good quality mulled wines and others.

Besides this, the market is opening up items such as books, gadgets and other children's toys. It is the favorite place where your children will certainly feel very comfortable.

Also, the market converts in many aspects. The most famous in this case is that of high-tech. The chalets are built in an aesthetic environment.

The market is not hidden at all and very easy to find.

Address: Place de la Monnaie, Brussels 1000 Belgium.