A day of surprises awaits you, in the remains of Charles V's palace. Get lost underground and immerse yourself in Brussels' prestigious Renaissance past. Dress up as a Knight of the Golden Fleece or a lady-in-waiting, learn to shoot with a crossbow or learn to handle a sword. Travel back in time and discover the treasures of our history in the remains of Charles V's palace under Place Royale in Brussels.
What's on?
- Come and meet the characters from the Brussels Ommegang (its flag-bearers, ladies and gentlemen of the Court of Charles V)
- Slip into the finest costumes to transform yourself into a figure from another era
- Get acquainted with crossbow shooting with the Grand Royal and Saint George’s Oath of the Brussels Crossbowmen!
- Try your hand at Spanish fencing, in complete safety with Bruselas Destreza
- Dress up cardboard cut-outs in Renaissance style
- Create your own coat of arms with the Army Museum
- Make your own pigment and paint your initials with the KBR Museum
- Play games inspired by the paintings of Bruegel.
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As is customary every year, Coudenberg Family Day marks the start of the Brussels Renaissance Festival, a series of events that highlight European heritage and the history of Brussels during the Renaissance.
Practical information:
FAMILY DAY - Sunday 17 May 10am-6pm
Coudenberg Palace
Paleizenplein 7, 1000 Brussels
Info : + 32 (0)2 500 45 54 - www.coudenberg.brussels
Tarifs:
- Normal | €10.
- Groups/seniors (+15 people, +65) | €8.
- Discounted price | € 5
Free admission up to the age of 18, for children accompanied by their parents.
Activities included in the entrance fee.
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