The European Commission is based in the modern Berlaymont building on Schumannplein. Until then, a girls' school called 'les Dames du Berlaymont' stood on that site, hence the name. The design was a joint project by architect Lucien de Vestel, Jean Gilson, Jean and André Polak. It made headlines in the early 1990s because of the asbestos pollution and the sky-high costs of removing it. The building has only been in use again since 2004. It accommodates over 3,000 employees of the European Commission. Visits are for groups only, request 2 months in advance.

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2. Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert – Brussels Town Hall loop from De Brouckère

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3. Triumphal Arch of Brussels – Cinquantenaire Park Fountain loop from Montgomery

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1. The Royal Palace of Brussels – Our Lady of Sablon Church loop from Merode

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