Sablon is a charming neighbourhood situated in the heart of Brussels. As it's not far from where I used to live in the city, I explored many of its streets and stores. In this post, I'd like to introduce to you its lovely Antiques Market and surrounding area through my photos.
The main squares of Sablon are popular destinations for locals and tourists alike. It features The Church of Our Blessed Lady of the Sablon (Église Notre-Dame du Sablon / Onze-Lieve-Vrouw ter Zavelkerk), a Roman Catholic church. The church is well-known for its elaborate carvings and spectacular stained-glass windows. The Petit Sablon / Kleine Zavel square and the bigger Grand Sablon / Grote Zavel plaza are divided by it.
The Sablon Antiques Market is held here on the Place du Grand Sablon, next to the church, on Saturdays and Sundays. It started in 1960 and was inaugurated by the Mayor at the time. You can hunt for treasures by browsing through a wide variety of antiques such as furniture, jewelry, and collectibles from over 40 exhibitors' stands. I found their red and green striped tents quite distinctive and photogenic, and there is a great selection of refined antiques here.
As you can see from my photos here, the bar close to the large Antiques Center boasts ornate decor and a quiet backyard with seating. I had delicious desserts and drinks there, and I would highly recommend it if you are looking for a place to unwind in this area.
萨布隆区位于布鲁塞尔市中心偏南，离以前住过的地方不远，所以我对这里还比较熟悉。今天来介绍一下这里的古董集市和周边。
萨布隆有大小两个广场，被罗马天主教堂萨布隆圣母教堂分隔开来。这座教堂有着精美的雕刻和彩色玻璃窗。每周六和周日的白天，大广场上都会有萨布隆古董集市。这个集市始于1960年，四十多个摊位沿着教堂旁边摆开，红绿条纹的帐篷十分显眼。各种古董琳琅满目，可以来慢慢淘宝。
附近还有一处室内古董中心和一家很有特色的酒吧。从我这里的照片可以看到，酒吧的内饰富丽堂皇，还有一个清净的小后院，有时候也有乐队现场驻唱。在那里尝试过的甜品和饮料都很棒，是个休息放松的好去处。
图文 by Donica，谢谢来访！=)
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I love flea markets like this! Sadly in Slovenia, it is hard to find anything like this and I miss it. I love watching some shows like antique dealers or salvage hunters as well. So many nice things and sometimes super cheap as well ;)
Then you will love this neighbourhood where a couple of antiques markets are regularly hosted.:)
Oh yes for sure. However, England is full of places like this. I remember the market in London. OMG, so many nice things...
Now you remind me to blog about markets in London! :) There are also plenty in western Europe, both in big cities and small towns. I'm a bit surprised when you said it's hard to find those in Slovenia.
Last year I was in doubt whether I should travel to Brussels or Vienna and I picked Vienna just because it seemed a more authentic experience to have in December, but I promised myself that Brussels should be my next destination. So I'll bookmark this post and make sure to visit Sablon as well because I do love spending time in such locations :D
Happy to hear that my post is useful for your future travels! The neighbourhood Marolles next to Sablon is also fun to explore, full of local art. :)
Noted! Thanks for the tips 😁
it looks like a museum somewhere.