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Lille – 35 minutes from Brussels
You can arrive in this elegant northern French city in less time than you need for your daily commute to work. So why not explore Lille with the family? For a day trip with the children it's worth going on the trail of the "Sun King" (Louis XIV) and exploring Lille’s imposing citadel. In addition, those with a sweet tooth will be inspired as Lille boasts many bakeries, cake, biscuit and sweet shops as well as lots of cafés and tearooms. One last tip: if you prefer to discover a city from a different perspective, we recommend you to admire the street art works around the Saint Sauveur train station or in the Fives and Hellemmes districts.
Rotterdam – 1 hour 10 minutes from Brussels
A visit to Rotterdam is like diving into a completely different world: no other European city is so influenced by colourful, modern architecture and rambling boulevards and, of course, by its close proximity to the sea and the port. That's why our tips are all about water! What, for example, would you think about a sightseeing tour in an amphibious vehicle? After seeing the most well-known sights, the tour ends with a big splash into the River Meuse (after the tour bus has transformed into a boat, of course :-). Or experience the glamour of a bygone age on board the SS Rotterdam, an ocean liner belonging to Holland America Line. Upon visiting the luxurious cabins and the impressive engine room, you can allow your fantasies to run wild.
Aachen – 1 hour 8 minutes from Brussels
Not just at Christmas ;-) Most of us have undoubtedly visited the Aachen Christmas market at some point, but the picturesque spa resort of Aachen also provides plenty of stimulation for the whole family at times other than Christmas, starting with the grand cathedral, the majestic Throne of Charlemagne and the impressive treasure vault. The gardens around the Elisenbrunnen then offer refreshment and relaxation. Is anyone courageous enough to try out the (very sulphurous) thermal waters? ;-)
Paris – 1 hour 22 minutes from Brussels
OK, so we are cheating a little with the travel time here ;-) Paris is in fact further than an hour away from Brussels, but not by much! Surely the extra 22 minutes' travelling to visit the French capital is worth it, isn’t it? From the Eiffel Tower to a boat trip on the Seine, taking in Notre Dame, and wandering through the various quarters and, of course, the outstanding food – there's something for every member of the family. Our tip: impress your children by allowing them to explore the Lutetia Arena, a Roman amphitheatre regarded as being the oldest preserved structure in Paris.
