Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Kerpen

The drive from Brussels Airport to Kerpen

The route covers 187 km (117 miles) and usually takes about 2 hours. It leads east from Zaventem and crosses the border into North Rhine-Westphalia. Allow extra time if you travel during weekday rush hours around Brussels or near Cologne, or if the weather is poor. Kerpen is a less frequently booked destination, but the transfer is arranged on request just like any other route.

Choosing the right vehicle

A private taxi suits one to four passengers with normal luggage. Larger parties can choose an 8-seat minibus, and 16, 24, 32, 40 and 48-seat minibuses are available for bigger groups such as work teams, event guests, school trips or family gatherings. If you travel with a lot of luggage, pick the next size up so everyone has room.

Kerpen at a glance

Kerpen lies west of Cologne in the Rhein-Erft district and is a good base for business visits in the Cologne area. It is also known as the hometown of racing driver Michael Schumacher, and the kart track in Kerpen-Manheim is a well-known landmark.

Where to stay near Kerpen

We cannot name long-established hotels in Kerpen itself with confidence. The nearest major city is Cologne, where these well-known hotels are found:

• Excelsior Hotel Ernst, a historic grand hotel near the cathedral
• Hotel im Wasserturm, set in a converted water tower
• Dom Hotel, right beside Cologne Cathedral

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House in Brussels Zaventem Airport with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage.