Brussels Expo is an exhibition and convention complex in Brussels, the capital of Belgium, within the Brussels-Capital Region. Although it is often listed as a venue, it is first and foremost a place for trade fairs, conferences and exhibitions rather than a dedicated sports ground.
What to expect
The complex is built around large halls with a combined exhibition space of roughly 200,000 square metres, which gives it the scale to host major professional events. Visitors who come for a fair or congress will find the halls organised to suit trade shows, with stands, meeting rooms and the flow of crowds that such events bring.
The halls have also been used for sport. Indoor tennis, boxing and gymnastics competitions have taken place there, so a sporting event may be a reason to visit, though it is not the venue's defining purpose.
Planning your visit
- Check the programme before you travel, since the venue's use changes with each event.
- Allow time to get there from the city centre, and look at public transport options for the area.
- Combine your visit with the rest of Brussels, which offers a wide range of museums, squares and restaurants beyond the exhibition halls.
For anyone interested in trade, business or large-scale exhibitions, Brussels Expo is a practical place to see how a major Brussels event centre works. For a casual sports fan, it is worth confirming that a particular competition is scheduled there before making the journey.