Mini-Europe, Belgium

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In Brussels, travellers have an opportunity to visit the most interesting "Mini Europe" park. It is located next to one of the most famous landmarks of the city – the "Atomium" sculpture. It is believed, that it is in this park of miniatures that one can see some of the most upscale and expensive models in the world, which represent exact copies of the most important European landmarks at a scale of 1:25. The park has a lot of interactive layouts. Everywhere you can see trains running on miniature railways, windmill mills with rotating blades and even erupting Vesuvius.

The park was opened in 1989. Today its area is about 24000 square meters. On this extensive territory the most important sights of 27 European countries were presented. Here, you can see the Arc de Triomphe, the Basilica of Sacre-Coeur, and the Acropolis. You can also be photographed against the backdrop of the miniature Eiffel Tower and the Maestranza arena.

The park is famous not only for its variety of realistic miniatures, but also for its amazing landscape decorations. At its registration, beautiful lawn, various dwarf trees and bushes have been used. Enjoy this beauty is best of all in summer. According to approximate estimates, the Mini Europe miniature park is visited by about 375000 people annually. The annual income of the park is about three million euros. As a rule, tourists spend at least two hours on sightseeing. The park can be visited from early March to early January.

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ATM bankomat: 'BNP Paribas Fortis Geldautomaat - Bruparck' located in 0.2 km (

check the route on the map).

Car rental office: 'LocPark sprl' is located in 0.29 km (

on the map).

Fuel station: 'Avia Laeken' in 0.31 km

Supermarket: 'D'Haene / Marc' in 0.52 km

Parking: 'Parking Brupark' in 0.32 km

Apotheek: 'Multipharma' in 0.46 km

Police station: 'Brussel Hoofdstad Elsene' in 0.37 km

Cafe/restaurant: 'Quick' in 0.16 km

Railway station: 'Jette' in 1.58 km

Nearest airports:
» Zaventem Airport BRU - in 10 km

» Deurne Airport ANR - in 33 km

» Brussels South Airport CRL - in 48 km

» Elesmes Airport XME - in 68 km

» Kortrijk-Wevelgem International Airport KJK - in 79 km

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B&B Zen and Ethnic Room

Located in 0 km from Mini-Europe
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Rooms: 2

Each guest room at the Zen and Ethnic is fitted with a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player, and the standard room also offers views … More: photo, rates and booking

Sky Apart Hotel

Located in 1 km from Mini-Europe
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Rooms: 18

All rooms are equipped with a TV, a telephone, a kitchenette and a bathroom with a shower. Nearby Sky Apart Hotel there are several restaurants and … More: photo, rates and booking

Loft chocolaterie

Located in 2 km from Mini-Europe
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The spacious living unit benefits from a living room with cable TV, a DVD player, an iPod Docking Station and a sofa. Loft chocolaterie also includes … More: photo, rates and booking

Studio's Waerboom

Located in 3 km from Mini-Europe
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Rooms: 20

Each studio is decorated in a country style look. They feature a desk and seating area with TV. Each bathroom is fitted with a bath or shower. You … More: photo, rates and booking

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Top destination around Mini-Europe - Brussels

In Brussels, run several wonderful antique markets, a walk through them will also give you a lot of impressions. In the city you will also find a world famous Place du Grand Sablon market, which is the largest antique market, not only in Belgium, but also in Europe. A variety of antiquities that can be seen here is amazing. Ancient candlesticks, pieces of furniture, great paintings and statuettes, vintage jewelry and accessories for house are just a part of the stuff presented here. Among such a huge choice of antiques, experienced collectors find many rare items.

A walk through the largest in the city Chatelain food market, which is located on the square with the same name, near the South Station, will turn out to be a particular event. This market sells the freshest products from all regions of the country. Lovers of eco-friendly dairy and meat products will especially love it here. In several tents popular street food and sweets are sold. This market is a popular local and tourist walking destination. In Brussels, walking along historical shopping streets and popular markets can turn into an exciting excursion.
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