Cinquantenaire Arch Terraces Reopen to Public with Stunning Panoramic Views of Brussels
Brussels, The Gulf Observer: The two panoramic terraces atop the iconic Cinquantenaire Arch in Brussels have officially reopened to the public, the Royal Military Museum announced this week.
Closed for the past three years due to ongoing renovations, the wooden terraces now offer visitors breathtaking views of the city’s most renowned landmarks — including the Atomium, Koekelberg Basilica, and the European Parliament. The museum proudly refers to the location as the “ultimate selfie spot” in the Belgian capital.
Situated within Cinquantenaire Park (Jubelpark in Dutch) in the European Quarter, the arch and surrounding park were originally constructed in 1880 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Belgium’s independence. The recent restorations form part of a broader renovation effort in preparation for Belgium’s 200th anniversary celebrations in 2030.
The terraces are located on either side of the arch’s bronze quadriga and are now accessible again with a standard ticket to the Royal Military Museum. However, accessibility remains a concern — a statement from the museum confirms that the viewpoint is not wheelchair accessible.
Visitors can use an internal elevator to reach part of the ascent, but must climb additional stairs to access the terraces. Those choosing to bypass the elevator will need to climb 186 steps in total.
The Royal Military Museum is open to the public every day except Monday, from 09:00 to 17:00. Admission to the panoramic terraces is included with the museum ticket.
