Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Redu

The drive from Charleroi Airport to Redu

Redu lies about 100 km (63 miles) from Brussels South Charleroi Airport, and the journey by road typically takes 1 h 4 m. The route leads south-east out of the Charleroi area and into the Ardennes, where the roads become quieter and more winding as you approach the village. This is a route that is booked less often than the big city connections, but it is available on request just like any other.

Allow some extra time in winter, when snow or ice can affect the higher parts of the Ardennes, and during heavy morning or evening traffic around the larger towns along the way. If you have a tight connection or an appointment on arrival, mention it when booking so the pickup can be planned with a comfortable margin.

Choosing the right vehicle

For couples, families or small business groups, a private taxi is the simplest option. It is available for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers, so you can choose according to how much luggage you carry. Larger parties, such as wedding guests, school trips, cycling groups or corporate teams, can choose a private minibus. These come with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 or 64 seats, so there is a suitable size for almost any group travelling to the Ardennes.

Redu as a destination

Redu is a small village in the Belgian Ardennes, in the province of Luxembourg. It is best known as a "book village", with second-hand and antiquarian bookshops, and it also hosts a well-known European Space Agency ground station. Most visitors come for a quiet stay, walks in the surrounding woods and the village atmosphere. Because the village is small and the streets are narrow, it helps to give your driver the exact address of your accommodation or meeting spot.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at the Starbucks inside Brussels South Charleroi Airport, holding a personalised name sign. After you have collected your luggage, the location is easy to find. If you cannot spot your driver straight away, stay near the counter and check the name signs around you.