National Botanic Garden of Belgium

National Botanic Garden of Belgium

Situated near Brussels and Meise, the National Botanic Garden of Belgium is a globally famous botanical garden boasting a rich diversity of plants. Alongside many living specimens, it contains more than 3 million plant samples. The 1-hectare Plant Palace is the largest greenhouse in the world today, housing 15 exhibition halls that showcase a wide array of tropical plants, with special emphasis on those of high commercial value.

The current National Botanic Garden of Belgium was established in 1958. Originally, the garden was located in the center of Brussels before being relocated to its current site. It includes around 18,000 plant species, which accounts for roughly 6% of all plant species worldwide. Half of these plants are grown in greenhouses, while the other half are cultivated outdoors. The outdoor collection includes both native Belgian plants and cultivated species from other regions. One of the most eye-catching attractions is the Victoria Greenhouse, which features aquatic plants and those living in humid or marshy conditions, as well as various tropical and subtropical species—earning it the nickname "temple of plants."

National Botanic Garden Belgium

Must-visit reason: The world’s largest greenhouse botanical garden

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Belgium

Province/State where the attraction is located: Brussels-Capital Region

City where the attraction is located: Brussels