Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Houffalize

The drive from BRU to Houffalize

The route covers 160 km (100 miles) and normally takes around 1 h 39 m. Most of the journey is on motorway, heading south-east from Zaventem into the Ardennes, before the final stretch continues on regional roads into the town. Houffalize is an occasionally booked destination, so a pre-arranged private transfer is the simplest way to get there directly from the terminal. Allow extra time during the weekday rush hours around Brussels, and in winter, when snow or fog can slow the Ardennes roads.

Choosing the right vehicle

Couples and small families fit comfortably in a private taxi, available for up to 3 or up to 4 passengers. If you are travelling with bulky luggage such as ski bags, bikes or hiking gear, the 4-passenger taxi or a larger vehicle gives you more breathing room. For groups of 5 to 8, a private minibus with 8 seats is the natural choice. Larger parties, such as wedding guests, cycling clubs or company outings, can book minibuses with 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats, so everyone arrives together in a single vehicle.

About Houffalize

Houffalize is a small town in the Belgian province of Luxembourg, set in a wooded valley along the Ourthe river in the Ardennes. It is best known among outdoor enthusiasts for hiking and mountain biking, and its surroundings of forests, hills and trails attract visitors throughout the year. The area also carries a strong history connected to the Battle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944-45. Expect a quiet, rural setting rather than a big-city atmosphere, which is part of the appeal after a flight.

Meeting point at Brussels Airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so you can go straight there and meet your driver without searching the terminal.