Second fortifications of Brussels

The fortifications stretch for 8 kilometers, featuring 72 semicircular towers and seven gates positioned at strategic points around the medieval city center.

Construction of these defensive walls began in 1356 following a Flemish invasion, with completion taking place between 1356 and 1383 under Brabantian leadership.

The Halle Gate, the remaining section of these fortifications, now functions as a museum displaying medieval artifacts and military equipment from Brussels.

Visitors can follow the Small Ring road, which traces the original path of the second walls, connecting various historical points of the medieval defense system.

The walls contained a network of underground passages and chambers used for storage and troop movements, some of which remain beneath modern Brussels streets.

Location: City of Brussels

Part of: Fortifications of Brussels

GPS coordinates: 50.83300,4.34500

Latest update: June 8, 2025 02:23