Practical Information

Venue Information

The gathering will take place at BE-HERE, a vibrant community space in Brussels.

BE-HERE
Rue Dieudonné Lefèvre 4, 1020 Brussels, Belgium

BE-HERE venue exterior

Travel Information

Multiple options are available to reach Brussels from anywhere in the world.

Flying to Brussels

Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • ✓ Direct train connection to Brussels Central Station (20 minutes)
  • ✓ Check SNCB/NMBS for train tickets and schedules
  • ✓ Airport taxis available at arrivals

Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)

  • ✓ Budget airlines often fly here
  • ✓ Shuttle bus to Brussels-Midi station (50 minutes)
  • ✓ Book shuttle service via Flibco

Train Travel

Brussels is well-connected by high-speed trains:

  • Thalys: Paris (1h22), Amsterdam (1h50)
  • Eurostar: London (2h)
  • Deutsche Bahn: Frankfurt (3h)

Local Transportation to BE-HERE

Public Transport: Check STIB-MIVB for routes and schedules

  • Metro: Line 6 to Pannenhuis station (10-minute walk)
  • Tram: Lines 51, 93 (stop: Jubilé/Jubelfeest)
  • Bus: Lines 88, 89 (stop: Dieudonné Lefèvre)

Parking

Important Notice for Drivers

Brussels-Capital Region is a Low Emission Zone (LEZ)

  • Before driving to the event, check if your vehicle meets the access criteria on lez.brussels
  • If your vehicle doesn't meet the criteria:
    • You can purchase a day pass
    • Or use alternative transportation options
  • Foreign-registered vehicles: Free but mandatory registration before entering the LEZ

On-site Parking: No parking available at BE-HERE

Nearby Public Parking:

  • Parking Esplanade - Tour & Taxis (7-minute walk)
  • Street parking available (paid zones) - Check parking.brussels for rates and regulations

Local Transportation

Brussels has an extensive public transport network making it easy to reach the venue.

Getting to BE-HERE

Public Transport: Check STIB-MIVB for routes and schedules

  • Metro: Line 6 to Pannenhuis station (10-minute walk)
  • Tram: Lines 51, 93 (stop: Jubilé/Jubelfeest)
  • Bus: Lines 88, 89 (stop: Dieudonné Lefèvre)

Accommodation

Brussels offers various accommodation options to suit different budgets and preferences.

Recommended Areas to Stay

  • ✓ Closest to venue
  • ✓ Up-and-coming neighborhood

  • ✓ Many hotel options available
  • ✓ Check hotels near Rogier on Tripadvisor

  • ✓ Great for tourism
  • ✓ Easy access to venue by public transport

  • ✓ Restaurants & nightlife
  • ✓ Historic neighborhood

  • ✓ Business district
  • ✓ Modern accommodations

Alternative Accommodation

Airbnb & Short-term Rentals

  • ✓ Many options in nearby neighborhoods: Tour & Taxis, Maritime Quarter
  • ✓ Consider areas along metro line 6 for easy access

Note: We recommend booking your accommodation early as Brussels can get busy during summer months. Consider joining our Slack channel to connect with other attendees for accommodation sharing.