Sablon Square is an elegant square in Brussels, in the Brussels-Capital Region of Belgium. It is divided into an upper and a lower section, and the two parts give the place a calm, measured character that suits an unhurried visit.
What to see and do
- Weekend antique markets fill the square, making weekends the most lively time to browse stalls.
- Chocolate shops line the surrounding streets, a fitting stop for anyone interested in Belgian confectionery.
- Art galleries in the area offer a quieter way to spend an hour between markets and cafés.
- The Church of Our Blessed Lady of the Sablon stands as the centrepiece of the square and is the building most visitors come to look at closely.
The atmosphere
The square has a sophisticated feel, and it works well as a relaxed stop in a day of walking around the city centre. Visitors who enjoy shopping for small, considered purchases, looking at art, or simply sitting and watching the square will find the setting suits them. Because the square is smaller and more composed than the busiest parts of Brussels, it rewards slow exploration rather than a quick pass-through.
Sablon Square is best suited to those who want an elegant, relaxed corner of the city, with antiques, chocolate and art close at hand and a striking church at its heart.
