{"id":2340,"date":"2026-03-25T18:17:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T17:17:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/things-to-do-in-louvain-la-neuve-belgium\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T15:35:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T13:35:01","slug":"things-to-do-in-louvain-la-neuve-belgium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-louvain-la-neuve-belgium\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit Louvain-la-Neuve with your family"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"lazyblock-baseline-1m8wqo wp-block-lazyblock-baseline\"><div class=\"baseline\">Pedestrian city, museums and lake in an easy day format from Brussels<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/Louvain-la-neuve.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2159\" style=\"width:696px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9JEAN LUC FLEMAL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-3vvyl border-yellow wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-large-font-size\">Discover Louvain-la-Neuve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong> works very well as a family because the city has been redesigned. The centre is <strong>pedestrianised<\/strong>, cars are kept away from the heart of the city, and you can walk without asking questions. It is easy to go from the <strong>Place de l&#8217;Universit\u00e9<\/strong> to the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong>, then to the <strong>lake<\/strong>, with natural green breaks on the route.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The atmosphere is that of a lively university town, with tours in the right format, contemporary architecture, and clearly identified areas. The simplest idea is to build the day on a loop between the <strong>station<\/strong>, the <strong>pedestrian centre<\/strong>, a <strong>museum<\/strong>, and then the <strong>lake<\/strong> to relax the pace. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z1nc1sc wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Why go with your family?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A city designed for pedestrians<\/strong> : on a daily basis, the centre is designed to walk, sit down, leave, without traffic in the middle of the squares. With children, it really changes the atmosphere of the walk. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A &#8220;culture and outdoors&#8221; duo in the same place<\/strong> : you can make a strong visit (Herg\u00e9 Museum or L Museum), then continue immediately with the lake and the parks, without transport and without wasted time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>An outing that is easy to calibrate according to age<\/strong> : in the short version, you limit yourself to the pedestrian center and the lake; in the day version, we add a museum and a real green break; With older children, you can slip in an exhibition, the cinema, or a longer walk on the wood side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-section-2hCfGq wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">At a glance <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>TRAIN TIME FROM BRUSSELS:<\/strong> approximately <strong>50 to 60 minutes<\/strong> depending on the schedule (frequent connections, direct connections possible depending on the timetable).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DUR\u00c9E DE VISITE :<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>1 journ\u00e9e<\/strong>&nbsp;(possible&nbsp;<strong>demi-journ\u00e9e<\/strong>&nbsp;resserr\u00e9e).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>FOR WHOM?<\/strong><br\/><strong>Small:<\/strong> pedestrian centre, lake tour, park break.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The whole family:<\/strong> <strong>Herg\u00e9 Museum<\/strong>, <strong>L Museum<\/strong>, short walks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teenagers:<\/strong> museums, cinema, architecture, photos around the lake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z1834Pn wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The must-sees in Mons<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Herg\u00e9 Museum<\/strong><br\/>The &#8220;signature&#8221; visit: very visual, very accessible, perfect if you have children who are fans of <strong>Tintin<\/strong> or if you are looking for a museum that is good for the family. The tour also works in a short version. <br\/><strong>Rue du Labrador 26, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>L Museum<\/strong><br\/>A large university museum, rich and varied, with a scenography that often appeals to curious teenagers and children. Very good option on a grey day, without spending hours on it. <br\/><strong>  Place des Sciences 3, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lake Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>The &#8220;green lung&#8221; in the heart of the city. The tour of the lake is easily done on foot, with a calm atmosphere, perfect for reviving energy after a visit. <br\/><strong>Where? On the edge of the Grand-Place, on the Aula Magna side.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pedestrian city centre<\/strong><br\/>The real advantage of Louvain-la-Neuve: no cars in the heart of the centre, so a simpler and more relaxed ride with children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In the center, very easy to fit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aula Magna<\/strong><br\/>Emblematic cultural building on the lake. Even without a show, the place is worth a visit for the architecture and the perspective on the water. <br\/><strong>Place Raymond Lemaire 1, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parc de la Source<\/strong><br\/>A nice little park, ideal for a &#8220;breather&#8221; break between two stages. Benches, sculptures, simple atmosphere, and a real feeling of green bubble. <br\/><strong>Where? Around the Herg\u00e9 Museum.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Path\u00e9 Cinema Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Easy option when you want to switch to an indoor activity without changing zones, especially if the weather is cloudy at the end of the day.<br\/><strong>Grand-Place 55, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Louvain-la-Neuve market<\/strong><br\/>Very practical if you fall on the right day: you snack, you stroll, and you keep the walk in the pedestrian center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cool neighborhoods and &#8220;great outdoors&#8221; breaks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>University Square and Grand-Place<\/strong><br\/>The simplest duo: caf\u00e9s, restaurants, a market depending on the day, and direct access to the lake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Charlemagne Street<\/strong><br\/>A central street very convenient for eating or taking a break, without leaving the pedestrian heart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Esplanade<\/strong><br\/>&#8220;Dry&#8221; option if you want a simple break indoors, with quick solutions to eat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Heritage and nature around <strong>Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lauzelle Wood<\/strong><br\/>A real nature interlude, with marked circuits and a forest setting very close to the city.<br\/><strong>Address: Boulevard de Lauzelle, 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wood of Dreams<\/strong><br\/>Large nature area very popular with families, with playground and walks. Very good plan if you extend the day outside the center. <br\/><strong>Address: All\u00e9e du Bois des R\u00eaves 1, 1340 Ottignies.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walibi Belgium and Aqualibi<\/strong><br\/>A very short drive away, convenient if you turn the outing into a &#8220;big leisure day&#8221;.<br\/><strong>Address: Boulevard de l&#8217;Europe 100, 1300 Wavre.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indoor and teen activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>L Museum<\/strong><br\/>Very good choice if you are looking for a more &#8220;cultural&#8221; but not school visit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Path\u00e9 Cinema Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Simple option to end the day without taking back the car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Herg\u00e9 Museum<\/strong><br\/>A museum that also works well with teenagers, especially if they like comics, drawing, visual storytelling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z15nFx2 wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Recommended route<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1) <strong>Louvain-la-Neuve station<\/strong> : start without running<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The center is close. You set off on foot and you are immediately in the simple logic of a pedestrian city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) <strong>University Square<\/strong> : laying the foundation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We spot the terraces, the lunch options, and the rhythm of the day. This is a convenient pivot point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) <strong>L Museum<\/strong> : a visit in the right format<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect at the beginning of the day if you want to do the museum &#8220;in the cool&#8221; and then switch to the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong> : living heart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee break, walk if you fall on the right day, then we glide to the lake effortlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) <strong>Lake and Aula Magna<\/strong> : reviving energy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Partial or full tour depending on the age of the children. The atmosphere at the water&#8217;s edge changes the tempo of the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) <strong>Parc de la Source<\/strong> : short green break<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An easy stop to set up before or after the Herg\u00e9 Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) <strong>Herg\u00e9 Museum<\/strong> : the &#8220;signature&#8221; visit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Very good in the middle of the afternoon, especially if you then end up with a snack break in the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8) Return <strong>to the station<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Simple return on foot, without detours, keeping the day compact.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-Z1OOoLU border-yellow wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Where to eat with children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Louvain-la-Neuve, the easiest way is to stay around the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong>, <strong>the Place de l&#8217;Universit\u00e9<\/strong> and the <strong>Rue Charlemagne<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple lunch (effective with kids)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brasserie Le Grand Place<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Grand-Place 15, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Central brewery, convenient when you want to eat without leaving the loop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WASBAR<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Rue Charlemagne 25, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Brunch format and simple dishes, very practical with the family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On the go (without breaking the rhythm)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>EXKi<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Place de l&#8217;Universit\u00e9 10, L&#8217;Esplanade, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Quick solution in the center, useful when you want to limit table time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wok\u00e9<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Rue Charlemagne 20, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Simple option if you want to eat quickly and leave.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taste<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>La Cr\u00eaperie Bretonne, la M\u00e8re Fillioux<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Place des Braban\u00e7ons 1A, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Sweet pancakes, easy snack size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More relaxed dinner (end of day version)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brasserie Le Grand Place<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Grand-Place 15, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>The &#8220;we stay in the center&#8221; plan before getting back on the train.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-button-1qLRkD wp-block-lazyblock-button\"><div class=\"t-center\" data-shop=\"\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/action.metaffiliation.com\/trk.php?mclic=P51309B58710721F1&amp;redir=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thefork.fr%2Frestaurants%2Fbruges-c67909\" \n    class=\"buttons__fam buttons__fam-color-green buttons__fam-radius-rounded\"\n    target=\"_blank\" \n    rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"\n  >\n    Find a restaurant in Louvain-la-Neuve with TheFork\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-BCFPA border-green wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Parks, amp; green breaks <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lake Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><br\/>Easy walk along the water&#8217;s edge, full tour possible depending on energy.<br\/>Where? Around the Aula Magna, a stone&#8217;s throw from the Grand-Place. <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parc de la Source<\/strong><br\/>Small central park, perfect for a short break between two visits.<br\/>Where? Around the Herg\u00e9 Museum. <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lauzelle Wood<\/strong><br\/>Forest nearby, ideal for a real breath of &#8220;nature&#8221; without a long journey.<br\/>Where? Boulevard de Lauzelle, 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve. <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wood of Dreams<\/strong><br\/>Large family estate, very good plan if you extend outside the center.<br\/>Where? All\u00e9e du Bois des R\u00eaves 1, 1340 Ottignies. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-section-43L7C border-red wp-block-lazyblock-section\">\n  <div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"lazyblock-inner-blocks\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Practical information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access from Brussels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The train is the easiest option, with frequent connections to <strong>Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong> depending on the schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting around<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The center is <strong>pedestrianized<\/strong>, so the day is very easy to do on foot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Key points are grouped together, which avoids long internal trips.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Markets (if you fall on the right day)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Louvain-la-Neuve market on <strong>Tuesdays<\/strong> and <strong>Saturdays<\/strong>, from <strong>8 a.m. to 7 p.m.<\/strong>, on the <strong>Place de l&#8217;Universit\u00e9<\/strong> and the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking (if you come by car)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the centre is pedestrianised, the simplest idea is to aim for a car park directly connected to the centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Parking Grand-Place<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Grand-Place, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Charlemagne car park<\/strong> \u2014 direct access <strong>to Rue Charlemagne<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parking Accueil<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Place de l&#8217;Accueil 10, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stroller<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Center overall simple, because the city is designed for walking. Depending on the area, there may be ramps and changes in level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00c0 savoir<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Herg\u00e9 Museum<\/strong> offers free admission on the <strong>first Sunday of the month<\/strong>.<br\/><strong>The L Museum<\/strong> also offers free admission on the <strong>first Sunday of the month<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120353338\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; Is Louvain-la-Neuve easy to do in one day from Brussels?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, the city is designed &#8220;at the size of a step&#8221;: arrival by train, close to the centre, simple loop between Grand-Place, Doudou, Chapitre and Beffroi.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120373490\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; What is the best program with small children?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Pedestrian center, short tour of the lake, park break, then a museum visit depending on the energy.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120412909\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; What to do in Louvain-la-Neuve when it rains?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Herg\u00e9 Museum<\/strong>, <strong>L Museum<\/strong>, <strong>Path\u00e9<\/strong> cinema and break at <strong>L&#8217;Esplanade<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120431788\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; Where to park without complicating your life?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The car parks directly connected to the centre, such as <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong>, <strong>Charlemagne<\/strong> and <strong>Accueil<\/strong>, are the most convenient.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772120488396\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; What days does the market take place?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Tuesdays and <strong>Saturdays<\/strong>, all day, on the <strong>Place de l&#8217;Universit\u00e9<\/strong> and the <strong>Grand-Place<\/strong>.<strong><\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772374750696\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">&#8211; Are museums free on certain days?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">On the <strong>first Sunday of the month<\/strong>, free admission to the <strong>Herg\u00e9 Museum<\/strong> and <strong>the L Museum<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-grids-Z1LAKhf wp-block-lazyblock-grids\"><style type=\"text\/css\">\n    .swiper{\n        width: 100%;\n    }\n    .grid-carousel__arrows {\n        display: flex;\n        gap: 1rem;\n\n    }\n    button.grid-carousel__arrow {\n        background: #008098;\n        border-radius: 50%;\n        height: 50px;\n        width: 50px;\n        border: 2px solid #008098;\n        color: #ffff;\n        padding: 0px;\n        text-align: center;\n    }\n\n    button.grid-carousel__arrow.swiper-button-disabled{\n        opacity: .15;\n    }\n    .grid-carousel .swiper-slide {\n         min-width: 300px;\n    }\n    @media (max-width: 799px) {\n        .grid-carousel__arrows {\n            display: none;\n        }\n        .grid-carousel .swiper-slide {\n            width: 40%;\n        }\n    }\n    @media (max-width: 529px) {\n        .grid-carousel .swiper-slide {\n            width: 75%;\n        }\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"row new-grids grids-style-2\">\n    <div class=\"swiper grid-carousel\">\n        <div class=\"grid-title grid-carousel--title\">\n            <div>\n                                    <h2>Discover the cities around Brussels  <\/h2>\n                                                    <p>Brussels is a small city, with several districts, each with its own particularity. 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