The city of Brussels has a long history of affordable housing problems. Workers and artisans traditionally lived in mews, dead-end streets that were generally named after one of the inhabitants or the traditional occupations carried out here.
Many of these small streets have disappeared as the city continues to expand and modernize its infrastructure. This myriad of cul-de-sacs forms the beating heart of Brussels and is often overlooked by tourists visiting Brussels. Rue de la Cigogne/Ooievaarstraat is a quintessential hidden gem of Brussels.
Take a walk down the street and find the very picturesque 18th-century porch. If you go on a sunny summer day, you are very likely to find locals sitting outside their doors enjoying the weather and a friendly neighborhood chat.
The Eight Rooftop is a cocktail bar located in the heart of Brussels. At this bar in the capital of Europe, you can enjoy a 180° panoramic view of the city of Brussels from our magnificent terrace. A wide selection of cocktails and snacks will be offered by our specialized bartenders.
Of course, they offer a large terrace where you can sit and enjoy your cocktail, but they also offer a great space inside the bar. You can enjoy the rooftop and its view while you are inside the bar.
The Eight Rooftop is the bar you must not miss when visiting Brussels. You can access the bar from the eighth floor of the Bedford Hotel.
