Higher education

Discover the Halle Gate

In Brussels stands a monumental building, a silent witness to 600 years of urban development. Metre-thick walls with embrasures, a drawbridge, and floor openings used to drop objects through betray the building's original function: a gateway in the city's second rampart. In the 19th century, it was deemed high time to give the ancient gate a facelift so that it could serve as a museum. Following the fashion trends of the period, the gate was transformed into the fairy-tale castle we still know today.

Students from educational, art, and tourism programmes, to name but a few, will no doubt find plenty of substance and inspiration here. From chain mail to stuffed horses, from impressive guild chains to an imperial cradle: climb the monumental staircase to discover the unique collections. And once at the top, you can even enjoy the best view of Brussels!

Practical information

• Price: €90 (15 students + 1 accompanying person) + tickets: €0 / under 18: €6 / over 18
• Duration: 90 min (guided visit, max. 4 groups)
• Booking: At least 3 weeks in advance via this webform