Molenbeek

Molenbeek spans 5.89 square kilometers along the Brussels-Charleroi Canal, featuring residential neighborhoods and commercial zones in the western part of Brussels.

The territory transformed from a rural village into an industrial center during the 19th century, with the first passenger train in continental Europe departing from here in 1835.

The municipality name derives from Dutch words meaning Millbrook, with Saint-Jean referring to John the Baptist, the patron saint of the local church since the 9th century.

The area connects to Brussels through multiple metro stations, bus lines, and train services, operating under postal code 1080 with Catherine Moureaux as current mayor.

During the late 19th century, the industrial activities earned this municipality the designation of Little Manchester due to its manufacturing and production capabilities.

Location: Arrondissement of Brussels-Capital

Inception: 1785

Operator: Commune de Molenbeek-Saint-Jean - Gemeente Sint-Jans-Molenbeek

Part of: Brussels-Capital Region, Brussels Fire Department, Police Zone Brussels-West

Shares border with: City of Brussels, Anderlecht

Phone: +3224123790

Email: molenbeek@molenbeek.irisnet.be

Website: https://molenbeek.irisnet.be

GPS coordinates: 50.85472,4.33861

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27