FLOWER CARPET ON THE GRAND PLACE OF BRUSSELS

Folklore And Tradition : Flowers

© OPT / J.P. Remy

Description:

A million begonias for... one single carpet? This is certainly an extraordinary achievement. The famous Carpet of Flowers covers 1,800 m² right in the centre of the Grand Place. These flowers offer a wide range of vivid and glowing colours and easily resist the burning sun. After all, the craftsmen assemble them directly on the cobble-stones of the square without a layer of soil. The coloured plant tapestry can be admired best from the balcony of the City Hall, which is open to the public for the occasion.

Extra information:

This event takes place every two years (on even years).

Panoramic visit from 9 am until 11 pm - 3 € - children (<12 year) have free access to the balcony of the Town Hall.

The leaflet on the flower carpet is available at the BI-TC - Brussels Information and Tourist Office - Town Hall, Grand'Place.

Opening periods:

• from Wednesday 15 August 2012 to Sunday 19 August 2012

Theme: Flowers

We are not responsible for possible changes in dates and/or programmes. Please contact the organiser before you leave.