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FIDAY 26.06.2026 ☀️ OPEN AIR – BOIS DE LA CAMBRE \| JEUX D'ÉTÉ x JUST A NIGHT \| FRI\. 26/06 \| FREE ENTRANCE ☀️ 🎉 FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026 📍 Bois de la Cambre, Brussels 🕕 From 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM 🎟️ FREE ENTRANCE ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🔥 SUMMER GAMES x JUST A NIGHT x EXPATS IN BRUSSELS x LES BELGES JEUNESSES 🔥 Join us for an unforgettable afterwork experience in the heart of Brussels and celebrate the beginning of summer in the best possible way. ✨ Chill vibes 🎶 Music & good energy 😄 Speak • Meet • Dance 🍹 Outdoor bar with cocktails, wine, beer & soft drinks 🍔 Food & snacks available on-site 🌳 A unique outdoor setting surrounded by nature Bring your friends, colleagues, or simply your best smile and come enjoy a drink with us! ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎟️ FREE ENTRANCE 👉 Registration Link: https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/16731 👉 Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/7Drliyzmp ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ☀️ THE PERFECT AFTERWORK TO START THE SUMMER ☀️ We're meeting at the iconic Jeux d'Été in Bois de la Cambre for an evening of relaxation, sunshine, networking and good vibes. Whether you're coming with friends, coworkers or looking to meet new people, this is the place to be! Enjoy a laid-back atmosphere on one of Brussels' most beautiful terraces and kick off your summer the right way. 💬 Don't forget to click "Going" on the event and let us know you'll be joining us for a Spritz with your favorite crew! ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ℹ️ AFTERWORK INFO ✔️ Free Entrance ✔️ Friday, June 26, 2026 ✔️ 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM ✔️ Easy access by public transport, bike or scooter ✔️ 18+ Only ✔️ Management reserves the right of admission ✔️ Questions? +32 478 58 60 39 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🆕 NEW NEW NEW > SPEED DATING SESSION ❤️ Looking to meet someone special? ✔️Participation by reservation only. 👉 Speed dating's registration Link: https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/16709 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ See you under the sun! ☀️🍹🌳 #Brussels #Afterwork #OpenAir #ExpatsInBrussels #SummerGames #JustANight #Networking #BrusselsEvents #FridayVibes #OutdoorParty ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 📍 LOCATION Jeux d'Été - Chemin du Croquet 1a 1000 Brussels

**Hike #4** You are invited to join this short hike by the Meetup group "**Walking, Talking, maybe a Picknick**". This is a great opportunity to flee the high temperature and cool down in the forest. 😊 **When** Friday 26/06 21:20 Assembly. 23:45 Ending. **Intro** We're going to hike **9+km** in the **Forêt de Soigne/Zoniënwoud**, just before twilight until complete darkness. **Start and assembly location** We assemble on the corner outside from Metro Hermann Debroux. Please be on time as we will leave at 21:30 **By car** Why would you? **By public transport** Metro 5, station Hermann deBroux **Dogs, cats, other animal** This time no pets allowed. **The hike and your preparation** This 9+km hike will take approx 2.5 hours, without breaks. If you have, bring your head lamp, although using it will spoil the whole thing. Just let your eyes adapt to the darkness. That will also make it easier to detect any Firefly. The weather forecast suggests blue sky, around 27 °C. There is no mention of rain. Anyway make sure to carry water. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ To cover my costs as a Meetup organiser I'm going to ask for a voluntary calendar year contribution. **Community contribution:** €5 for non members What is included: *Event organisation - Group coordination - Guided community hiking experience Not included - Public transport ticket - Any insurance - Food & drink - Personal expenses ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Ciao a tutti! Ci troviamo dalle 18:30 per un picnic nel parc du Cinquantenaire, vicino alla Torre di Tournai. Portate quello che vuolete, un po' di cibo, qualche bevanda, giochi italiani. Potete chiamare Vincent sul suo cellulare : +32 485 54 34 15. È un incontro "informale" perché non è un evento strutturato ma piuttosto un gruppo di persone che si riuniscono per parlare e praticare l'italiano. Anche i nativi italiani sono benvenuti :) Tutto ciò che serve è un sorriso. Puoi anche portare un amico! Ci vediamo lì 😎 👉 **Importante:** *È obbligatorio essere iscritti all’evento su Meetup per partecipare. L’iscrizione è importante per gli organizzatori, perché permette di conoscere il numero dei partecipanti e di garantire la sicurezza e il benessere di tutti i presenti. - Se cambiano le vostre circostanze e non potete più venire, annullate la vostra partecipazione per lasciare posto ad altri. - Vi chiediamo di assicuravi di pagare i vostri consumi, per evitare che gli organizatori saranno rimasti a pagare per gli altri. - Si prega di non parlare di politica cosi ci godiama la serata in tranquilita, di rispettare tutti i partecipanti e di non trattare l’incontro come un appuntamento romantici o intimo: l’obiettivo è semplicemente praticare e migliorare l’italiano in un ambiente piacevole e rilassato. PS : IT - Tavola di conversazione in italiano a Bruxelles, ogni venerdì dalle 18 alle 22. Posto variabile in funzione del tempo : Parc du Cinquantenaire se il tempo è caldo e secco, altrimenti in un bar da precisare. FR - Table de conversation en italien à Bruxelles, chaque vendredi de 18h00 à 22h00. Lieu variable en fonction de la météo : Parc du Cinquantenaire par temps chaud et sec, sinon un bar à preciser. NL - Conversatie Italiaans in Brussel, elke vrijdag avond van 18u00 tot 22u00. Locatie in functie van her weer : het Jubelpark bij bij warm droog weer, anders een bar te bepalen. EN - Conversation table in Italian in Brussels, every Friday from 18:00 till 22:00. Location depending on weather : at Parc du Cinquantenaire / Jubelpark if weather is hot and dry, otherwise in a bar to be defined.

✨ **Meet new people in Brussels in a friendly, relaxed and international atmosphere.** The ambience is relatively quiet, calm and sober for easy-going casual conversation, with no chaos and loud party music in the background! 🍻 Large selection of **drinks and food** available 🌍 **Internationals, expats & locals** welcome 💪 Organized weekly **since early 2025** 🌳 We have a **private outdoor garden** at the back of the brasserie entirely reserved for our Meetup throughout the whole summer! 📱Please **join our WhatsApp community** via the following invite link for receiving all the latest updates regarding this and many other social events in Bruxelles: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 **Over 10,000 members** **overall in our multicultural and diverse Brussels community!** Many of our participants work in EU institutions, NGOs, tech and international organizations. The event was also covered in a recent article from Brussels Times: [https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network](https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network) 😀 Our events usually attract **30–40 attendees each week**, with an age average of around 35 years old (the event announcement is relayed across multiple social media, not just on this page). Many participants come with friends or colleagues, so feel free to bring someone along! 👩 Our events usually also attract a **balanced mix of men and women**, and many participants attend solo for the first time. The organizer and host of the event will help introduce you to other participants, in case you don't know anyone else yet when you first arrive at the event. Our events remain a relaxed international social meetup experience focused on friendship, conversation and community — **not a dating event.** 🩷 **Safe, respectful environment, and zero tolerance for any harassment!** The organizer is always present all evening in case of problems. You can also leave any anonymous feedback about the event here under this form: [https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form](https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form) **.** Looking to meet new people and expand your social circle in Brussels, as well as your network of professional contacts? Join us **every Friday evening anytime from 18:30** **and until at least 23h** **at** **the** **“Quartier Leopold”** **brasserie**, in the heart of the famous Place du Luxembourg in front of the European Parliament, for a fun, relaxed night of **drinks, food, spontaneous conversations, and great vibes**! 💛 . 📍 **Location**: “Quartier Leopold” brasserie, Pl. du Luxembourg 9, 1050 Ixelles 📌 **Google Maps**: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8) (don't worry if you see the bar marked as "closed" on Google Maps for the Friday nights, they will always be open for us!) **🌐 Website of the venue**: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en) 📸 **Pictures gallery from previous events:** [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing) . ✨ **Why you’ll love it**: ✅ **Everyone is welcome**, even if you don’t know anyone else yet—expats, locals, newcomers, solo adventurers, or groups! ✅ **Best time for newcomers:** 18:30–19:30, when it’s easier to meet people. ✅ Completely **free to attend**—just grab a drink and join the fun! Please ask the bartenders when you arrive if unsure where to find our meetup group and tables ✅ Possibility to make also useful **professional exchanges and networking** with other participants who work in similar domains, so remember to bring also your business card! ✅ Tons of **indoor and outdoor space available.** ✅ Possibility to have **dinner at the brasserie** during the meetup (until 22h), thanks to its comprehensive selection of dishes available in the menu: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0) ✅ **Want to keep the night going?** After the meetup, we often continue as a group to explore nightlife hotspots in the city center. . 💬 **Stay connected with our Community**: ▶️ Join our **Facebook/Messenger chat** to get updates and easily find the group on arrival:[ ](https://m.me/ch/Abaqvj9lxNT3_xh7/ "https://m.me/ch/Abaqvj9lxNT3_xh7/")[https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/](https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/) ▶️ Otherwise, if you prefer to use **WhatsApp**, please join this other group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0) ▶️ And don’t forget to join our **EuroMeet Facebook group** for many more social events in Brussels: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet](https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet) ▶️ Finally, we also manage a **professional networking group on LinkedIn** as well, for more easily retrieving each other's LinkedIn profiles and identifying people who also work in similar domains: [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/) . Come alone or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with **new friends, great memories, and maybe even some ideas on how to develop further your professional career!** See you this Friday! 🍻✨😀 . 📧 **Got questions or comments?** Reach out to the **organizer Gabriele**: gabriele.mogni@gmail.com . **Our community values respect and inclusiveness**. If you ever feel uncomfortable, the organizer is present all evening to help. . 👉 Please **Sign Up via this page** if you would like to attend our next event, so that we can plan accordingly. . *** #BrusselsMeetup #MeetupBrussels #BrusselsEvents #InternationalBrussels #MeetNewPeople #MakeNewFriends #InternationalFriends #ExpatsInBrussels #ExpatLifeBrussels #BrusselsSocial #SocialInBrussels #BrusselsLife #FridayVibes #AfterWorkBrussels #AfterWork #BrusselsCommunity #BrusselsNetworking #BrusselsExpats #FriendsInBrussels #InternationalCommunity #PlaceLuxembourg #EuropeanQuarter #EUQuarter #BrusselsByNight #WeekendInBrussels #ThingsToDoInBrussels #SocialEvents #SocialClub #EuroMeet #BrusselsActivities #YoungProfessionals #NetworkingBrussels #DiscoverBrussels #BrusselsPeople #MeetPeopleBrussels #NewInBrussels #BelgiumExpats #BrusselsLifestyle #FridayNightOut #InternationalMeetup #GlobalFriends #ExpatCommunity #BrusselsFun #WeekendPlans #CommunityEvents

Small curated movie nights in a hidden garden in Ixelles, next to Place Flagey. A mix of: * **cult classics** * **recent movies** * **international cinema** * **comedy nights** * **karaoke & dubbing chaos nights** * **comfort food and summer vibes** **This is not a giant public Meetup** where 40 strangers stand awkwardly around overpriced drinks pretending networking is fun. Humanity already suffered enough. Our idea is simple: we gather in a private home and transform the courtyard into a small outdoor cinema. Sometimes we cook together before the movie: Italian, Thai, Lebanese, Japanese, Balkan, Greek, Latin American street food etc. Sometimes people simply grab pizza from the excellent pizzeria next door and join the screening. Food is intentionally relaxed: bowls, finger food, street food, popcorn, snacks, comfort food. **Some nights are more gourmet.** Some are glorified pizza-and-movie nights. Both are valid forms of civilization **;-)** ## **What makes this different** The group is i**ntentionally small**: usually 6 to 8 people maximum. **People are introduced properly.** Nobody gets abandoned in a corner. The atmosphere stays human, social and safe. **No heavy drinking.** **No creepy behavior.** No random people showing up uninvited. Smoking is allowed because is outside in the courtyard and occasionally we may have **hookah nights** depending on the movie/theme. ## **Typical evenings** * Wong Kar-wai + Asian comfort food * Spaghetti western + Italian street food * Anime + sushi night * Greek cinema + mezze * Balkan chaos cinema + burek * Cult movie dubbing nights where people voice scenes live karaoke-style Yes, this is a real thing now apparently. ## **Important** Because Meetups and public internet are full of bots, spam accounts and socially radioactive individuals, **we do NOT post the exact address publicly.** To join: scan the QR code on the image and request access to the private WhatsApp group or send me a DM. From there: * we announce movies * vote on menus * organize cooking nights * coordinate places **If you are new in Brussels, introverted, traveling, recently arrived, or simply tired of giant impersonal events, this may be your thing.**

Join us every Wednesday for an authentic Korean experience in the heart of Brussels! 🇰🇷✨ Let’s share Soju, delicious Korean food, fun karaoke sessions, and plenty of good vibes. Don’t miss our photo booth moments and the chance to meet amazing new people from all over the world! 🎉 Free entry, just order at least one drink to support the venue. 📍 Gyosang, Rue Sainte-Catherine 8, Brussels 🕢 Every Wednesday, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Come for the language exchange, stay for the laughter, food, and Soju! 🍶🎤

Looking for the ultimate tropical escape right in the heart of Brussels? This Saturday, Le Requin d'Or transforms into the city's hottest Latin hotspot! Forget your usual weekend routine and join us for a night packed with pure Caribbean energy, an amazing crowd, and top-tier cocktails that will make you feel like you are on a sunny beach. 🎺 THE MAIN EVENT (23:00): LIVE SALSA CONCERT UNTIL 2:00 AM Feel the rhythm take over as our live band takes the stage at 11:00 PM! Expect an explosive mix of live percussion, powerful brass, and authentic son cubano that will get your feet moving from the very first beat. The band will be keeping the dancefloor burning all the way until 02:00 AM, giving you three full hours of non-stop live music. 🍹 PREMIUM COCKTAILS & PARTY UNTIL 5:00 AM! Our bar will be serving up the finest drinks in town: perfectly balanced mojitos, signature tropical cocktails, and premium mixes crafted to keep your energy at its peak. And the best part? The live concert might wrap up at 2:00 AM, but the bar stays open and the party keeps going until 05:00 AM! Entrance is completely FREE (Entrée libre). Night Schedule: 🕖 Doors Open: 18:00 Drop in early to grab a good spot and sip on our premium cocktails. 🎺 Live Salsa Band: 23:00 - 02:00 AM. 💃 The Afterparty: Open dancefloor, top tracks, and drinks until 05:00 AM! No reservations needed—just bring your best energy and your dancing shoes. Don’t let them tell you about it later, come and experience the true spirit of "Le Requin D'or🦈💃🕺 📍 Location: Rue du Marché au Charbon 55, 1000 Bruxelles (Right in the city center).

**🌡️ Heatwave Special:** We've deliberately scheduled this walk for **16:30**, after the hottest part of the day, and chosen a shorter, mostly shaded route through the Sonian Forest to make it as comfortable as possible while still enjoying nature together. **This event is free for Sunday Vacations members. Membership starts at €5/year.** 👉 Join here: [https://www.sundayvacations.com](https://www.sundayvacations.com/membership) *Please RSVP only if you are reasonably sure you can attend and update your RSVP if your plans change.* *** **🌍 Sunday Vacations Community Event** ## Escape the city. Find some shade. Meet great people. With temperatures soaring this week, let's swap hot streets for cool forest paths. Join Sunday Vacations for a refreshing late-afternoon walk through one of Brussels' most beautiful natural areas. We'll explore the peaceful Vuylbeek Valley, where dense beech trees, quiet ponds and shaded trails create one of the city's most refreshing places to spend a summer evening. Starting later in the day allows us to avoid the hottest hours while enjoying the forest at its most peaceful. This is an easy, relaxed walk designed for conversation, fresh air and good company—not for speed or endurance. Whether you're new to Brussels, an expat looking to meet people, or simply craving a nature break after work, everyone is welcome. Because the best way to end a hot day is under the trees. *** # 🌳 The Experience We'll follow a short and scenic route through the heart of the Sonian Forest, passing peaceful ponds, woodland trails and small streams. Thanks to its dense tree canopy and extensive greenery, the Sonian Forest is one of Brussels' natural cooling areas, often feeling noticeably fresher than the city centre on warm days. We'll walk at a relaxed pace with plenty of opportunities to chat, take photos and simply enjoy being outdoors. Afterwards, anyone who wishes can join for a drink or a bite nearby. *** # 📍 Walk Details 🥾 **Distance:** Approximately **4 - 5 km** *(easy social walk)* ⏱️ **Duration:** Around **1.5 hours** 📈 **Difficulty:** Easy 🌳 Mostly shaded forest paths 💧 Ponds & woodland scenery 👟 Suitable for everyone with normal fitness 🐶 Dogs welcome on a leash *** # 📅 Programme **16:15** Meet the group **16:30** Departure Enjoy an easy walk through the Sonian Forest with several short stops. **Around 18:00** End of the walk. Optional drink afterwards for anyone who would like to continue the evening together. *** # 📍 Meeting Point **Ukkel – Pijnbomenweg** 🕟 **Departure:** **16:30 sharp** The exact Google Maps pin will be shared with registered participants *** # 🌍 Sunday Vacations Membership ### Explorer Starting at €5/year ### Voyager Starting at €50/year ### Ambassador Starting at €150/year Join a community of internationals, expats and locals who enjoy discovering Belgium together. *** # 👥 Who Should Join? Perfect if you: 🌿 Need a break from the heat 🤝 Want to meet new people 🌍 Are an expat or international professional 🚶 Prefer easy walks over long hikes 📸 Enjoy beautiful natural scenery 😊 Want a relaxing Sunday afternoon outdoors **Solo participants are always welcome.** *** # 🎒 What to Bring * Comfortable walking shoes * Water bottle * Light snack (optional) * Hat or cap * Sunscreen * Light jacket for the evening (optional) *** # ℹ️ Good to Know * This is an easy social walk, not a sports hike. * We'll adapt the pace to the group. * Forest paths may be uneven or slightly muddy in places. * Please help us keep the forest clean by taking your litter home. * In case of severe weather or official safety warnings, the event may be postponed. *** ## 🌞 Heatwave Safety Your comfort and safety come first. Although this walk takes place in one of Brussels' coolest and most shaded natural areas, summer temperatures can still be high. Please make sure to: 💧 Bring at least **1 litre of drinking water** 🧢 Wear a hat or cap 🕶️ Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen 👕 Wear lightweight, breathable clothing 🥾 Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip 🍎 Eat something before the walk and bring a light snack if needed. If at any time during the walk you feel dizzy, overheated, or unwell, please inform one of the organisers immediately. We will stop whenever necessary and adapt the pace to the group. Participants are responsible for assessing whether the weather conditions are suitable for their own health. If you have a medical condition that may be affected by heat, please consult your doctor before joining. *** ## ⚠️ Important Notes * This is a relaxed community walk, **not** a guided hiking excursion. * We walk together as a group at an easy pace. * The route may be adjusted or shortened depending on weather conditions. * If the Belgian authorities issue an **Orange or Red heat alert** or if weather conditions become unsafe, Sunday Vacations reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event. Participants will be informed as early as possible. * Please respect the forest, wildlife and other visitors. Leave no trace. *** ## ⚖️ Legal Disclaimer Sunday Vacations, operated by **UJAMAA ASBL**, is a community organiser and **not a travel agency**. This event is organised by volunteers for members of the community. **Activities are organised by volunteers and covered under the COCOF volunteer insurance framework.** Participation is voluntary and at your own responsibility. Each participant is responsible for ensuring that they are physically fit to take part in the activity and for bringing appropriate clothing, footwear, water, and any personal medication they may require. The organiser may modify, shorten, postpone, or cancel the activity if weather or safety conditions make it necessary. Any optional café or restaurant visit after the walk is independent of the event and paid directly by each participant. **VAT not applicable - small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code.** **🌿 Ready to Cool Down?** Leave the heat behind and spend your afternoon surrounded by towering trees, peaceful ponds and good company. Take a deep breath, slow down, and discover why the Sonian Forest is one of Brussels' favourite summer escapes. **Reserve your place today - we'd love to have you with us!**

**Hike #5** You are invited to join this short hike by the Meetup group "**Walking, Talking, maybe a Picknick**". This is a great opportunity to flee the high temperature and cool down in the forest. 😊 **When** Sunday 28/06 21:30 Assembly 23:30 Ending **Intro** We're going to hike \~8**km** in the Uccle/Ukkel part of the **Forêt de Soigne/Zoniënwoud**, just before twilight until complete darkness. **Start and assembly location** Drohme park. Chau. de la Hulpe 53A, Uccle Assembly on the race track of the Drohme park near the tribune, which is the far end of the picture. Please be on time as we will leave at 21:35 **By car** Why would you? **By public transport** hop off Hippodrome de Boisfort **Dogs, cats, other animal** This time no pets allowed. **The hike and your preparation** This 8km hike will take approx 2 hours, without breaks. If you have, bring your head lamp, although using it will spoil the whole thing. Just let your eyes adapt to the darkness. That will also make it easier to detect any Firefly. The weather forecast suggests blue sky, around 27 °C. There is no mention of rain. Anyway make sure to carry water. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ To cover my costs as a Meetup organiser I'm going to ask for a voluntary calendar year contribution. **Community contribution:** €5 for non members What is included: \*Event organisation - Group coordination *Guided community hiking experience Not included - Public transport ticket *Any insurance - Food & drink *Personal expenses ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Hey Folks, Sunday seems like it's not going to be super hot :)) We can do for a light hike (8-10km). Let's make the most of the sunshine, enjoy the fresh air, and spend some time in nature! You can bring your own food and drinks with you, and then we will enjoy it next to woodpeckers at La Cambre. Very much looking forward to seeing you guys! P.S. Be on time, we leave at 10:10 Cheers Yifei

We will follow the GR 126 from Lustin to Namur, a route along the Meuse Valley, packed with steep forested climbs, stunning river viewpoints, and a historical finish passing Namur's Citadel - and maybe a stop for a drink or ice-cream, depending on the train schedule. There is rain forecasted for the afternoon, but that should not stop us from hiking :) The number of participants is limited to 15, so please manage your registration responsibly: only sign up if you really intend to come and cancel as soon as you know you can’t (this also goes for people on the waiting list!). We will try to keep close to an average moving speed of 5km/h. We will walk both on paved and unpaved roads. I’ve not tested this track beforehand, so it’s possible that there are some mistakes in the planning (i.e. it may become longer ;-). ●●You can find the gpx track here: https://loc.wiki/t/270911426?wa=sc ●●Meeting point: We meet at 8.10 in Brussels Central station next to the main stairs. Our train (IC 2108 to Luxembourg) leaves from platform 3 at 08.20. We have a connecting train in Namur and arrive to Lustin at 10.05. ●● Trains back to Brussels: direct trains from Namur are every hour at XX.16. ●● Train ticket: One way ticket to Lustin is 9.60€ or 5.80€ with train+. One way ticket from Namur is 8.00€ or 4.80€ with train+. Return ticket to Lustin should also be ok. ●● Specifics: Distance: ± 22 km Elevation gain: 400 m Net walking time: ± 5 h Weather forecast: sunny and hot, with some rain forecasted in the afternoon. In the unlikely case of too bad weather, I may cancel a hike, even few hours before the event. If this must happen, I will of course update the Meetup website and send out an email to those registered. So it is important to have access to either the Meetup website and/or your emails. ●● What to bring: * Plenty of water for the heat + pack your own lunch/snacks * Comfortable hiking shoes and clothes * Sun and bug protection (Sunscreen, hat, tick repellent, etc) * Raingear * Small money for drinks/ice-cream ●● Basic rules: Please RSVP only if you really intend to come. And if your plans change, update your RSVP asap, even hours before the walk. This is basic courtesy towards others. Repeated late cancellations are not well considered (at all). No-shows are even worse. Do not show up for a hike unless you are on the “going” list. ●● Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability: You are responsible for yourself and should be fit enough if you want to take part. As the participation in the events is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves. By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organisers from any responsibility and liability.

* 25km loop from Jette to [Meise](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jnTgQwFcMu9Nt8zw6). Estimated moving time 1h30 not including lunch and some brief stops. Elevation 160m. * Coffee 11h00 \| leaving 11h30\. * Lunch at the halfway point around Meise. Bring your own. We'll try the [Kawa cafe](https://maps.app.goo.gl/51xmReQqsgxRgPFz9) near the planetarium. * Meet at [Guinguette Fabiola](https://maps.app.goo.gl/kLTGZUybywAfZ6M5A), also called Zomerbar Fabiola, in Parc Roi Baudouin. * View the route or download the GPX from [here](https://loc.wiki/t/271209071?wa=sc). * If bad weather is forecast this will be cancelled so check the event page before start time. * See more general information on the [What we're about](https://www.meetup.com/brussels-cycling-group/) page. * Tel: 04 86 40 6816. **Start** Please note the later than usual start time of 11h30 since Fabiola doesn't open till 11h00.

**Join us for a relaxed Sunday morning meetup at Caffè Leopold in Porte de Namur!** We’ll meet from 11:30 to 13:30 to enjoy coffee, brunch, and easy conversations in a friendly atmosphere. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, practice English or French, and spend a nice Sunday morning together. Everyone is welcome — whether you come alone or with a friend. Just bring your good mood and be open to meeting others 😊 After the meetup, for those who want, we can also continue with lunch in a nearby place 🍽️ **📍 Location: Caffè Leopold, Porte de Namur** **https://maps.app.goo.gl/UvTUU1H59J4yatS86** **🕦 Time: Sunday, 11:30–13:30** **☕ What to expect: Coffee, casual conversations, friendly people, and a relaxed Sunday vibe.** Join the WhatApp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/EimXMXyRBjo7PfHRoVc1j7](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EimXMXyRBjo7PfHRoVc1j7) Personal number: 0471695419

Saturday will be extremely hot, let’s exit our home sauna for a refreshing walk aimed at maximising shade and water point close to Brussels. We will meet in front of Starbucks at Brussels central before noon and take the train to Beersel at 12:12 with a connection in Hal, arriving in Beersel at 12:48 where we start hiking during about an hour before lunch in a shaded place along a forest stream. After lunch we stroll through Parc de la Sauvagere and Kauwberg back to Calevoet station with possible exit at Uccle St Job station. From Calevoet station l suggest a trip back to central with a last 10 minutes stroll through Royal Parc up to glacier Bargello or Caberdouche terrace for an ice cream or drink to hopefully celebrate the Red Devils qualification🥂 And for those in vibe there is afterwards a free evening party at Terrace O2 on Meetup. !!! As usual rule in respect of participants and organisers, please only register if you are committed to really attend. Bring 2 liters of water, sun cream, cap, glasses and lunch…

**Educational Forum Topic:** Learn about Endangered Freshwater Mussels and how to help protect the Darby Watershed. The occurrence of a wide variety of mussels is one reason the Big Darby Creek is so outstanding and why its protection is so important. The City of Columbus has been pushing a new Accord due to pressures for increased development in the watershed region. Learn more here: [https://protectthedarby.org/](https://protectthedarby.org/) **When:** Saturday, June 27, 2026, 9am-12noon **Location:** Battelle Darby Metropark, Indian Ridge picnic area parking lot. At the base of the hill, park at the second parking lot near the restrooms with a kiosk next to it. **Itinerary:** 9:00-10:00am: Endangered freshwater mussels talk. 10:00-12:00noon: 4-mile loop hike on Terrace Trail and Ancient Trail **What to Bring:** Wear cool, comfortable clothing for hiking, sturdy hiking shoes, bug spray, sunscreen and water. **Restrictions:** No pets allowed on the trails. **Event speaker:** Elaine Hall, Assistant Resource Manager & Darby Watershed Coordinator with Columbus and Franklin County Metroparks, will lead a discussion focused on endangered freshwater mussels found in Big Darby Creek. Following the forum, volunteers will lead the group on a roughly 4-mile hike beginning with Terrace Trail and continuing on the Ancient Trail, leading back to the parking lot. Register at: [https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001qoLUFIA2](https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001qoLUFIA2) **Contact:** Ginny Roedig, 440-497-9876 cell, 440-257-3281 landline, Roedig5@msn.com email.