Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Maredsous

Meeting Point

After collecting your luggage, head to Java Coffee House, which is easy to find inside the terminal. Your driver will be waiting there with a personalised name sign.

The Drive to Maredsous

The journey from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Maredsous covers 94 km (58 miles) and typically takes 1 h 14 m. Much of the trip is on main roads, but the last part leads through the green countryside of the province of Namur, where roads become smaller and more winding. Traffic around Brussels can slow things down at weekday rush hours, so it is sensible to add some buffer if you have a fixed appointment, such as a retreat check-in or a seminar start.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

Couples and small families are well served by a private taxi, available for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. Larger groups can choose from a range of private minibuses:

• 8 seats for up to 8 passengers
• 16 seats for up to 16 passengers
• 24 seats for up to 24 passengers
• 32 seats for up to 32 passengers
• 40 seats for up to 40 passengers
• 48 seats for up to 48 passengers

If you travel with a lot of luggage, such as for a group pilgrimage or a conference, consider going one size up for extra space.

About Maredsous

Maredsous is best known for its Benedictine abbey, founded in the 19th century. The neo-Gothic building stands in the Molignée valley in the Namur region, and the abbey is known across Belgium for its beer and cheese. The surroundings are quiet and rural, which makes the area popular for walks, day trips and spiritual retreats. Because it is a small, remote place, it is helpful to give your driver the exact address or name of your destination when you book, so the final stretch goes smoothly.