Coudenberg (Former Palace of Brussels)

Beneath Brussels’ Place Royale, the Coudenberg Palace reveals the archaeological remnants of a once-magnificent royal residence that stood from the 12th to the 18th century. The site, now a subterranean museum, showcases the preserved basements and foundations of this historic palace, offering visitors a tangible connection to a significant period in Brussels’ past. As you explore the underground chambers, you can trace the layout and structure of the former palace, gaining insight into the lives of the nobility who once inhabited these grand halls.