📜 Medieval tower, part of Brussels' first city wall. 🔍 Stands as a silent witness to centuries of urban transformation. 🔍 Known locally as Zwarte Toren or Tour Noire. # Why Go 🏰 Discover a hidden medieval treasure in a modern city 🚶 Easy to access, located in an open public square 🚶 Easy walk from Grand-Place 📸 Unique contrast of old and new 📖 Learn about Brussels' ancient fortifications 💰 Free to visit and explore # Why Avoid 🏨 Dwarfed by a modern hotel, can be underwhelming 🚫 Not a major attraction, no internal access or information boards 🗺️ Can be hard to find, tucked away # Tips 🚶 Walk around the tower in the open public square. 🚇 Easily accessible by metro (Sainte Catherine, De Brouckere). 🍂 Best visited in autumn or winter for a poignant atmosphere. # Cost 💰 Free to visit. # Hours 🕒 Open year-round, 24/7.