Le Berlaymont

Government office · Etterbeek

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"See the Home of the European Commission Although Brussels is most famous for its Art Nouveau architecture, is has some notable modern buildings as well. One of the most recognisable is the love-it-or-hate-it Berlaymont Building, at the Schumann metro stop. Known by its detractors as the “Berlamonster,” this huge glass and metal lopsided X-shaped structure is home to the European Commission. Whatever your feelings about the Berlaymont, its imposing stature is impressive. EU flags representing the EU member states, line the back of the building. Wander through the EU district at lunchtime and see the Eurocrats in their ‘natural habitat’ in the surrounding restaurants and cafes."

The Best of Brussels Architecture

Rue de la Loi 200, 1049 Bruxelles, Belgium Get directions

ec.europa.eu
@europeancommission

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