Rue de la Cigogne - Ooievaarsstraat, Pedestrian street in Quays Quarter, Brussels, Belgium
Rue de la Cigogne connects the Pentagon area to the Quays Quarter, mixing new buildings with older structures along its path. The street is designed for walking, with space to move comfortably through the area.
The street developed as part of Brussels' urban expansion in the 1800s and became linked to the city's main layout. It has remained a connector between different neighborhoods since that time.
The street runs near schools and creative spaces where students and artists move through daily. You can observe how people use the area to connect different parts of their work and study life.
Buses and trams run nearby, and bicycles are available to rent for exploring the area. The street itself is flat and easy to walk, without major obstacles in the way.
The name means 'Stork Street' in both French and Dutch, reflecting Brussels' two languages in street naming. This dual naming is typical throughout the city and shows how both communities shaped it.
Location: City of Brussels
Part of: Assembly formed by the Saint-Roch gate and Ooievaarstraat
GPS coordinates: 50.85262,4.34448
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
Brussels offers photographers a range of architectural subjects spanning several centuries. The medieval Grand-Place forms the historic center, while Art Nouveau buildings such as the Musée Horta and Maison Cauchie document the artistic flourishing around 1900. The Atomium, built for the 1958 World's Fair, represents postwar modernism and has become one of the city's most photographed landmarks. The Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert ranks among Europe's oldest covered shopping arcades and displays the elegant construction techniques of the 19th century. The Mont des Arts connects different neighborhoods through a terraced garden with views over the old town. Parc du Cinquantenaire features neoclassical triumphal arches, while the Porte de Hal remains the last surviving medieval city gate. The Basilique du Sacré-Cœur in Koekelberg shows Art Deco influences in its monumental architecture. Quieter spots include the Étangs d'Ixelles, two ponds in the neighborhood of the same name, or the Forêt de Soignes, an extensive beech forest on the city's edge. Avenue Louise connects residential and commercial districts through various architectural styles. Smaller passages such as Galerie Bortier or Passage du Nord complement the major arcades. Rue des Bouchers is known for its restaurant facades, while Rue de la Cigogne features historic townhouses. Photographically interesting details include the Art Nouveau metro station Pannenhuis or the modernist Bâtiment CBR. The Château de Laeken serves as a royal residence and opens to visitors only during the annual opening of the Serres Royales. Le Botanique, a former botanical garden, now houses a cultural center. Place Royale and the adjacent Palais Royal form the political heart of the city. Smaller squares like Place Flagey offer local scenes away from the main routes.
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