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Market of Châtelain, Ixelles

Place du Châtelain, Ixelles, Bruxelles

Description

The Market of Châtelain takes place weekly on Wednesday afternoons on Place du Châtelain, in the heart of Ixelles, a few kms south of the centre of Brussels. There are fresh produces such as fruits and vegetables, meat and cold cuts, cheese but also flowers and handicrafts stalls. In addition, there are several restaurants around the square itself.

Access & Transport

The Place du Châtelain is 3km southeast of Grand Place and only 1.5km from Porte de Halle. Tram 81 and bus 54 stop next door at Trinité station.

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

Mixed online reviews for this market that is often featured in travel magazines and takes place in a neighbourhood that has become fashionable and pricier over the last few years as one of the epicentres of the Bobo culture in Bruxelles. Depending on the profile of the reviewer, the market can feel cool and local, or overpriced and touristy. Some positive comments about food quality and the presence of international cooked food stalls serving cuisines such as Thai and Vietnamese.

Environmental & Social

No information regarding sourcing. The small producers' aspect is a positive from a social perspective, but the price of products is a negative community-wise.

Conclusion

The market is an excellent venue for some groceries, snacks or a meal for those exploring Ixelles / South Brussels but be aware that it is a highly "gentrified" market and priced accordingly. There are other alternatives spread out in other neighbourhoods that may be less famous but provide better value

Key positive

Wide range of choices

Many products of good quality

Key negative

Touristy prices - not great value

Suitability

No restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:1h 20m

Regulated hours

Monday -

Tuesday -

Wednesday14:00 - 19:00

Thursday -

Friday -

Saturday -

Sunday -

Pricing
Free

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