Halle Gate
Museum · Sint-Gillis ·

Halle Gate

Museum · Sint-Gillis ·

Medieval city gate museum with armor, weapons, and city views

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Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null
Halle Gate by null

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Bd du Midi 150, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Get directions

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Bd du Midi 150, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Get directions

+32 2 534 15 18
hallegatemuseum.be
@hallegatemuseumbrussels

Features

restroom
crowd family friendly
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible restroom

Last updated

Nov 23, 2025

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"Visit a Medieval Tower in Brussels The Porte de Hal (or Hallepoort in Flemish) may look like there should be a long haired princess trapped in the attic, (There isn’t. I checked.) but its function was much more important. Built in 1381, the Porte de Hal was one of the seven main entrances through the Brussels city wall. It was named Porte de Hal, as it faces the direction people would travel to and from the city of Hal (the door to Halle). Since its opening, in 2008, the Porte de Hal (or Halle Gate) museum has been telling visitors the story of Medieval Brussels. There is a strong focus on the city’s defence, with collections of weapons, armour (pieces of which you can actually try on) and exhibits on the former city walls. A highlight of the museum’s collection is a cradle said to have been used by Charles V. But by far the most interesting (and somewhat disturbing) artifacts in the museum are the horses ridden by Archduke Albert and his wife, Infanta Isabelle. They look rather ghoulish but are prized possessions of the museum nonetheless. Head to the tower’s roof for a beautiful view of the St. Gilles neighbourhood of Brussels."

The Best small museums in Brussels
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"Visit a Medieval Tower in Brussels The Porte de Hal (or Hallepoort in Flemish) may look like there should be a long haired princess trapped in the attic, (There isn’t. I checked.) but its function was much more important. Built in 1381, the Porte de Hal was one of the seven main entrances through the Brussels city wall. It was named Porte de Hal, as it faces the direction people would travel to and from the city of Hal (the door to Halle). Since its opening, in 2008, the Porte de Hal (or Halle Gate) museum has been telling visitors the story of Medieval Brussels. There is a strong focus on the city’s defence, with collections of weapons, armour (pieces of which you can actually try on) and exhibits on the former city walls. A highlight of the museum’s collection is a cradle said to have been used by Charles V. But by far the most interesting (and somewhat disturbing) artifacts in the museum are the horses ridden by Archduke Albert and his wife, Infanta Isabelle. They look rather ghoulish but are prized possessions of the museum nonetheless. Head to the tower’s roof for a beautiful view of the St. Gilles neighbourhood of Brussels."

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Halle Gate

Francis Howard

Google
Checked out this historic location to get out of the rain. The spiral staircase is gorgeous although not original but I dont care, its still old. The explanations on the audio guide were good. I learned quite a bit about Brussels history in a short time. Nice place, cant wait to see it after the renovations.

Graham Short

Google
From the outside it doesn’t look as big as it is. There is a great deal of construction going on at the moment but it is open. A white stone spiral staircase takes you to each floor. That is quite expensive and each floor has something different on it. I found the black and white movies of Brussels a hundred years ago fascinating

Chris Arnott

Google
A great place to visit was relatively cheap it had lots of information in the audio tour. It also had lots of exhibits.

Persico

Google
The Porte de Hal in Brussels is the only remaining gate of the city’s medieval walls; it looks like a tower or small castle and today serves as a museum of the city’s history and weapons. It is currently under renovation, but parts of the museum remain open.

Anthony Alkosseifi

Google
Porte de Hal is a must-visit for history lovers and architecture enthusiasts! The tour takes about an hour to 90 minutes, giving you plenty of time to soak in the medieval charm of this historic city gate. Unfortunately, the last floor is closed for renovations until the end of 2027, but there’s still so much to explore. The staff here are incredibly friendly and helpful, making the experience even more enjoyable. They even provide lockers so you can store your belongings while touring. The grand spiral staircase is a masterpiece in itself—definitely one of the highlights of the visit! For the best experience, I’d recommend starting the tour from the top floor and working your way down. Don’t forget to grab the complimentary audio guide; it adds so much depth to the visit. Originally built in 1381 as part of Brussels’ second city walls, Porte de Hal is the only remaining medieval gate in the city. Over the centuries, it has served various purposes—a defensive fortification, a prison, a customs house, and even an archive. Its fairytale-like Gothic architecture, complete with turrets and thick stone walls, transports you straight back to the Middle Ages. Today, it houses an engaging museum showcasing medieval weaponry, armor, and the history of Brussels’ fortifications. If you love history and breathtaking architecture, this place is well worth a visit!

Sebastien Roosbeek

Google
Really a nice museum. I thought it would be something small (because it does look small from the outside). You get an audio guide (included in the price). What I especially like, you get a bit of history about Brussels explained in an easy way!

Taniyyus Syed

Google
The medieval entrance to Brussels. This gate is historic and so will be the place. It is a museum that is not very well equipped. It has all the facilities but not enough artifacts. Entrance fee is 7 euro for adults and children under 18 is free. The have a lot of interesting stories and artifacts but the place could do well with a bit of help.

Julius Tan

Google
A former city gate of Brussels, it now serves as a museum, showcasing the armaments collection and the history of the area’s fortifications.