Living in or staying in Quartier des Squares - Wijk van de Squares, Brussels

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the address reports here.

About Quartier des Squares - Wijk van de Squares

Elegant 19th-century Brussels streets with leafy squares, apartment blocks and townhouses, plus some office buildings near the European Quarter. The pace is calmer than the center, with a mix of residents, commuters and visitors around the parks and avenues.

Good for

• first-time visitors
• business travelers
• couples
• culture lovers
• public transport users

Less suited to

• budget travelers
• students
• drivers

Watch out for

• Busy daytime streets near the EU district can feel more like an office quarter than a residential area.
• Some blocks are calmer and greener around the squares, while edges nearer the small ring road are noisier.
• At night, activity drops sharply outside the main avenues; prefer well-lit streets and standard city awareness.

Sources

• Les squares Marie-Louise, Ambiorix et Marguerite
• Bruxelles à la carte - Extension Est
• Le quartier des squares
• Quartier des Squares

Local picks

Food & drink

• Les Brigittines

  Local · Classic Belgian cooking in a distinctive Art Nouveau setting.

• Kafenio

  Mediterranean · Offers Mediterranean and Greek dishes within easy walking distance.

• Le Jardin du Sommelier

  French · Refined French and Belgian menu in an elegant setting.

• Shapla Masala

  Indian · Popular Indian option on Rue Stevin, close to the neighborhood.

• Pistolet Original

  Local · Modern take on a Belgian sandwich, good for a casual local meal.

• Skievelat Sablon

  Local · Typical Belgian brasserie atmosphere with local-style dishes.

• Snack Merode

  Simple and convenient stop for a quick snack near the park.

• La Bagnole Brasserie

  Casual place inside Autoworld, useful if you want a café-style break during a museum visit.

Sights & things to do

• Arcade du Cinquantenaire

  Landmark arch that is one of the area's most recognizable sights.

• Parc du Cinquantenaire

  Historic park and centerpiece of the area, ideal for sightseeing on foot.

• Autoworld

  Notable attraction for classic and historic vehicle displays.

• Musée royal de l'Armée et d'Histoire militaire

  One of the main cultural draws in the district.

• Square Ambiorix

  Architectural square that showcases the neighborhood's urban character.

• Square Marguerite

  Another characteristic square that reflects the district's layout and atmosphere.

• Jubelpark

  Iconic park area with open paths and monuments, good for a short stroll.