Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Genval

Meeting Point at Brussels Zaventem Airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can head there directly and meet your driver without searching the arrivals hall.

The Drive from BRU to Genval

Genval lies 24 km (15 miles) from the airport, and the drive typically takes about 25 minutes. The route runs south-east of Brussels, mostly on main roads. Morning and late-afternoon rush hours around the Brussels ring can add noticeable time, so allow a margin if you have a meeting, a check-in deadline or a dinner reservation. Bad weather can also slow traffic, particularly in winter. Your driver follows the live traffic situation and picks the most sensible route on the day.

Which Vehicle Suits Your Group

For individual travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the simple choice. It is available for up to 3 passengers or up to 4 passengers, so choose the larger one if you are travelling with four people and hand luggage or a few suitcases.

Larger parties can book a private minibus. The options are:

• 8 seats for a bigger family or a small business group
• 16 seats and 24 seats for teams and event guests
• 32, 40 and 48 seats for conferences, tour groups and larger delegations

When you have a lot of luggage, pick the next size up for extra space.

Genval as a Destination

Genval is a village in the province of Walloon Brabant and part of the municipality of Rixensart. It is best known for its lake, the Lac de Genval, and the walking paths around it. The setting is green and calm, which is why it is popular for business seminars, weekend stays and lakeside meals. Brussels is close enough for a day trip, while the surrounding countryside feels far from the airport bustle.

Where to Stay in and near Genval

The best-known address in Genval itself is the Château du Lac, a hotel overlooking the lake that is often used for conferences and events. In neighbouring La Hulpe, about a short drive away, the Dolce La Hulpe Brussels is a long-established conference hotel set in a wooded park. Both are easy to reach by private transfer, and your driver can take you straight to the entrance.