Programme

Walk / Early birds & Night owls

226 At the dawn of the city

Daybreak over the abbey © Virginie Ullens

[Nature] [Neighbourhoods]

This guided walk reveals Brussels landscapes in a rare and peaceful morning light. At daybreak, as the city slowly wakes up, the route leads through the gardens of La Cambre Abbey, Tenbosch Park and tree-lined streets to a green interior block. In a poetic and intimate atmosphere, it offers another way of looking at natural and built heritage: remarkable trees, layers of vegetation, architectural details such as sgraffiti and stained glass, and landscape continuities running through the streets. Small participatory moments encourage observation, exchange and a stronger connection with nature in the city. The experience ends with a convivial local breakfast in a lush private garden with a striking view of the belfry of Saint-Gilles Town Hall.

The walk will be led by Virginie Ullens, architect and landscape architect.

Dogs are not allowed, except assistance dogs.

Practical information

Saturday and Sunday from 07:30 to 10:00

avenue Louise 370, 1050 Ixelles

 

Meeting point: In front of the sculpture "The Death of Ompdrailles".

End point: rue Antoine Bréart 69, 1060 Saint-Gilles

Advance booking required.

Suitable for people hypersensitive to stimuli

Saturday 19/09/26
  • 07:30 > 10:00 FR
Sunday 20/09/26
  • 07:30 > 10:00 NL