Relive the great social struggles that transformed the city !
During a playful and instructive walk, we present you some emblematic places of a neighbourhood that has never bowed to the oppressor and to threats of all kinds. Let us show you Brussels the Rebel…
- Guided tour in the heart of the most rebellious district of Brussels
- A walk through the centuries that will make you discover the great social struggles that have forged the Marolles
- An unusual tour packed with information, History and anecdotes of all kinds
| Duration | 2 Hours |
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| Participants | Maximum 20 people per group |
| Important information | Voluntary cost. Payment directly to the guide at the end of the tour. |
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Relive the great social struggles that transformed the city...
During a playful and instructive walk, we present you with some emblematic places in a neighborhood that has never bowed to the oppressor and to threats of all kinds. Let us show you Brussels the rebellious...
The tour “1000 Years of Struggles”, that criss-crosses the Marolles district, focuses, in a playful and funny way, on the many different social struggles that took place in this part of the city ; some really old, some more recent…
The tour passes by some of the most important places of the district, alongside discovering several less known alleys and dead ends.
- Battle of the Marolles, 1969
- The Mattress War, 1989
- Palace of Justice, the eternal building site
- Anecdotes and juicy stories
- Place du Jeu de Balle and its daily flea market
- Breathtaking views of the city …
