Knot Stranded Getaways

Weekend getaways from Brussels

6 places within about 2 hours of Brussels, closest first. Locals go to get out of town, and visitors can add one to a city trip. Get there by car or by train.

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6 getaways, closest first

  1. 35 minby train Ghent Medieval guildhalls on the canals, the Ghent Altarpiece and a lively student scene.
    • Culture
    • Food
    • Nightlife
  2. 40 minby train Antwerp Belgium's design and diamond city, with a grand station, Rubens and Belgian beer.
    • Culture
    • Food
    • Nightlife
  3. 1 hrby train Bruges Medieval canals, a belfry over the market square, chocolate shops and Belgian beer.
    • Romantic
    • Culture
    • Food
  4. 1 hr 25 minby train Paris High-speed trains put Paris less than an hour and a half away.
    • Romantic
    • Food
    • Culture
  5. 1 hr 45 minby car Ardennes Forested hills, river valleys, castles and kayaking around Dinant and Durbuy.
    • Adventure
    • Relaxing
  6. 2 hrby train Amsterdam Canals, world-class museums, bikes everywhere and cozy brown cafés.
    • Culture
    • Nightlife