Find below practical information on: venues; getting to and around Brussels and accomodation suggestions. 

Venues

Addresses of the different venues (e.g. social events) and site visits

The conference will take place in two different venues: Mission of Norway to the EU and Martin's Brussels EU. The two venues are located at a walking distance of 300m.  Please check the programme and the exact location of each session. 

On 4th November, the departing point of the study visit is the Mission of Norway to the EU. Participants will leave by bus all together at 12pm, returning approximately at 5pm at the same point. 

Getting to Brussels

By train

If travelling from abroad, we encourage you to consider travelling to Brussels by train, arriving at one of Brussels three main stations: south station (Gare Du Midi / Brussel-Zuid), central station (Gare Centrale / Brussel-Centraal), or north station (Gare du Nord / Brussel-Noord).

By Plane

There are two airports close to Brussels city: Brussels International Zaventem (12 km away) and Brussels South Charleroi (55 km away).

Brussels Zaventem Airport

By train: the Brussels Zaventem Airport is connected by direct train to Brussels (Gare du Midi, Gare Centrale, and Brussels-Luxembourg train stations), with frequent departures (trains operate every 10 minutes). You will find the train station directly under the Departures and Arrivals halls of the airport (level -1). The escalator or lift will take you directly to the platform. Once at the train station, you can follow the directions below.

By bus: Brussels Zaventem Airport is connected by direct bus (express line 12) to Brussels with frequent departures.

By taxi: The distance from the city centre to the airport of Zaventem is 14 kilometers. A taxi ride from the the city center to the airport will take approximately 25-40 minutes and costs around 50 EUR.

Brussels South Charleroi Airport

Brussels South Charleroi Airport is connected by the FLIBCO shuttle bus to Gare du Midi train station, with frequent departures scheduled to fit in with flight times. The shuttle takes approximately 45 minutes.

Getting around Brussels

Info on public transport

Brussels has a comprehensive public transport network. Standard (single) fare can be paid when entering buses, trams, or metro stations by contactless credit card. Both venues are easily reachable by Metro 1-5.

Accommodation

Day 2 of the conference will take place at Martin’s Brussels EU, located at Boulevard Charlemagne 80, 1000 Brussels, in the European Quarter. Several hotels are located within walking distance of the conference venue, with options available at different price levels.

Participants are advised to book their accommodation as early as possible. Prices may vary depending on availability and booking date. Participants should check the hotel websites for the most up-to-date rates and booking conditions.

Martin’s Brussels EU
Price range: approximately €110–180 per night.
Book Martin’s Brussels EU

NH Brussels EU Berlaymont
Price range: approximately €120–180 per night.
Book NH Brussels EU Berlaymont

Pestana Brussels Schuman
Price range: approximately €95–160 per night.
Book Pestana Brussels Schuman

Holiday Inn Brussels - Schuman
Price range: approximately €120–180 per night.
Book Holiday Inn Brussels - Schuman

Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU
Price range: approximately €140–200 per night.
Book Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU

Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Price range: approximately €120–150 per night.
Book Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre

ibis Styles Brussels Centre Rogier
Price range: approximately €100–140 per night.
Book ibis Styles Brussels Centre Rogier