Educational Trip To Brussels For International Schools

Discover Brussels, the “Capital of Europe”, on a walking tour that delves beneath the surface of a multicultural city constantly reinventing itself. You’ll uncover the network of institutions that call this city home, and gain insight into how these impact local people and businesses.

The Grand Place is Brussels’ central square and is widely renowned for its beautiful architecture and majestic surroundings. The square is home to the City Hall and Maison du Roi and has been recognised on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Grand Place plays host to numerous cultural, food and sporting events throughout the year.

A visit to the Museum of the National Bank Of Belgium can provide a better understanding about the workings of the European Central Bank (ECB), the role of the Belgium Central Bank and the Euro. The museum, which is a perfect excursion for students of business and economics, has a large collection of coins and notes and is situated in a beautiful historic building near to the European Parliament and the European Commission.

Brewery and Brussels Museum of the Gueuze shows students how craft brewing was done in Brussels at the time of the Industrial Revolution. A family of artisan brewers explains the traditional production of Gueuze-Lambic, a mysterious beer resulting from spontaneous fermentation by airborne wild yeast. The brewery founded by Paul Cantillon in 1900, brews beers in red copper containers, some more than 100 years old.

Go behind the scenes of the state-of-the-art factory that brings you the Audi A1 as students gain a valuable insight to the assembly line and body shop. Capitalise on the Audi experience through an in-depth film at Audi new movie theatre before a guided tour explains how the factory can produce 520 vehicles a day.

Otis Laboratories have created natural health remedies for 50 years. They now sell their products all the the world. This is the chance for students to learn about the origins of modern medicine whilst sampling remedies. Tip: Plan your trip in season to visit Herba Sana, the largest educational garden with medicinal plants in Europe.

Biercée Distillery introduces students to the fascinating world of spirits. This interactive tour helps students discover the secrets of making clear fruit brandies and liqueurs with a range of products made out of fresh fruits as well as dark chocolate. Starting with a film, students can then enjoy the Goût et Senteurs – Taste and Flavours – room, and end on a guided tour of the production line.

The family-run Bister Mustard factory are the proud owners of the renowned L’Impériale mustard. Students have the opportunity to sample a whole range of products, from hot sauces and relishes to Dijon mustard and piccalilli. They can also go through the manufacturing workshop and attend a Q&A session held by the in house experts. The tour is followed by a short visit to the Bister Mustard Museum.

Home to the Red Devils, Belgium’s National football team, the King Baudouin Stadium can welcome up to 50,000 supporters. The venue hosts not only football games, but is also used for athletics, rugby games and music concerts. Thanks to the ‘Discovery Trail’, students can learn about the running of this impressive venue by taking a closer look at the changing rooms, control tower and newsroom.

This exciting excursion takes you to the home of Imperia GP. The racing cars combine outstanding sports performance with cutting edge green technology allowing very low consumption of CO2 emissions. The brand takes pride into their forward-thinking approach and boundless efforts in building sustainable cars. Its recognisable retro-lines are inspired by the brand’s history.

Designed and built for the World Fair in 1958, the Atomium is a landmark symbol of Brussels. The 102m tall sculpture of an atom hosts various exhibitions in each of its nine interconnected spheres and boasts arguably the best panoramic view of the city.

Experience a lively guided tour of Europe’s busiest cooperative auction, just outside Brussels in Mechelen. An experienced guide will lead you through the fast-paced world of the auction system, uncovering the secrets of how produce travels from farm to supermarket.

Students learn about the time-honoured art of Belgian chocolate making at this specialist in personalised chocolates. All steps in the hand-production process are demonstrated, from tempering, preparing and filling the casts, to demoulding and packing. Students can then taste the mouth-watering pralines and caraques – solid chocolates in bespoke designs.

Get hands-on with a Belgian classic. Join a fun and interactive workshop in the heart of Brussels where you’ll learn the secrets of making an authentic Belgian waffle. No prior experience is necessary, and you’ll work in small teams to create your own waffles with a variety of toppings to choose from.

Take a bus tour of the Port of Antwerp with a step-on guide who is an expert on the second-largest port in Europe. Learn about the history of the port, its role in Belgium’s (and Europe’s) economy, and see the container terminals, docks and some of the world’s largest ships. This tour offers a fantastic insight into the operations and technology of this hub of industry and commerce.

Brussels is home to European institutions including the European Parliament, European Council and European Commission, as well as various other agencies. Visitors can enjoy illuminating access to the Parlementarium, House of European History and European Commission Visitors Centre. Step into the shoes of a Member of European Parliament, delve into the shared history and cultural diversity of the European continent, and discover how the future of Europe is being forged.

The newly renovated and reopened Palais de Justice is one of the most impressive and historical buildings in Brussels. As the largest building in the world when it was first completed, the imposing building is visible from most parts of the city, and allows visitors a glimpse inside Belgium’s most important court building.