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Exterior of KANAL - Centre Pompidou, the former Citroën garage in Brussels

KANAL - Centre Pompidou

ArchitectureArtClosed todaySee website for pricingYser (metro 2 and 6, tram)

KANAL - Centre Pompidou occupies the former Citroën Yser garage beside the Brussels-Charleroi canal. It opens on 28 November 2026 with ten exhibitions on art and architecture, led by a survey of the Centre Pompidou collection. About 20,000 m2 of public space, including the library, playground and Panorama rooftop, is free to enter.

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Sainctelettesquare 21, 1000 Brussels, Belgium

Nearest station: Yser (metro 2 and 6, tram)

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Closed until 27 November

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MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed11:00–19:00
Thu11:00–22:00
Fri11:00–19:00
Sat11:00–19:00
SunToday11:00–19:00

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Public spaces are free. Exhibitions require a timed ticket: free under 12, 13-18 pay 2.50 EUR, 19-26 half price, 65+ 10% off. Free opening weekend 28-29 Nov 2026.

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How much does KANAL - Centre Pompidou cost?
Ticket prices for KANAL - Centre Pompidou change by season and by exhibition. Public spaces are free. Exhibitions require a timed ticket: free under 12, 13-18 pay 2.50 EUR, 19-26 half price, 65+ 10% off. Free opening weekend 28-29 Nov 2026.. See the museum's website for the current rates and any concessions.
What are the opening hours of KANAL - Centre Pompidou?
KANAL - Centre Pompidou is open Opens to the public on 28 November 2026 (free opening weekend 28-29 Nov); closed until then. Afterwards: public spaces Wednesday to Sunday 08:00-24:00; exhibitions Wed and Fri-Sun 11:00-19:00, Thursday 11:00-22:00. Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, Christmas and New Year.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is KANAL - Centre Pompidou?
KANAL - Centre Pompidou is located at Sainctelettesquare 21, 1000 Brussels, Belgium, in the Yser area of Brussels. The nearest station is Yser (metro 2 and 6, tram).
What can I see at KANAL - Centre Pompidou?
Modern and contemporary art and architecture centre in the former Citroën garage on Brussels' canal, with Centre Pompidou collections. Current highlights include Joëlle Tuerlinckx, Right to the City - Right to the Future and Manon de Boer.
Do I need to book KANAL - Centre Pompidou in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit KANAL - Centre Pompidou?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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