Plaisirs d'Hiver - Place De Brouckère

The Place De Brouckère location of Brussels' Winter Wonders (Plaisirs d'Hiver) transforms this pedestrian square into a magical winter village centered around ice skating and festive dining. As one of several interconnected locations along the 2.5 km trail of twinkling lights that make up Brussels' Christmas market, Place De Brouckère offers a unique blend of active winter sports and cozy market atmosphere. The centerpiece is a covered ice skating rink with a transparent roof, featuring a dedicated section for young children taking their first slides on ice. Surrounding the rink, festively decorated chalets offer handmade Christmas ornaments, traditional Belgian treats including sumptuous waffles topped with Belgian chocolate, and warming beverages. The square has been transformed into a convivial mini village with covered terrace seating areas where visitors can relax and enjoy the festive ambiance. This location particularly emphasizes sustainability, with vendors using reusable dishware as part of Winter Wonders' environmental initiatives. The combination of ice skating, curling pistes, and numerous food and drink chalets creates a warm, family-friendly atmosphere perfect for spending several hours enjoying winter activities. Open daily from noon to 10 PM throughout the season, Place De Brouckère provides extended evening skating sessions, making it an ideal spot to experience Brussels' Christmas magic after exploring the other market locations.