Brussels Metro (Métro de Bruxelles (French), Brusselse metro (Dutch))

The Brussels Metro is a rapid transit system serving a large part of the Brussels-Capital Region of Belgium. It consists of four conventional metro lines and three premetro lines. The metro-grade lines are M1, M2, M5 and M6 with some shared sections, covering 59 metro-only stations with a total length of 39.9 kilometres. The metro serves a large number of daily passengers, forming the core of Brussels' transport infrastructure. plays an important role in the structure and contributes to the dynamic and cosmopolitan environment of the city.

Operator
Operation start20 September 1976
Total Lines4 Metro Lines
Total Station60 Active Stations
Metro City/CountryBrussels Belgium
Official Webhttps://www.stib-mivb.be/index.htm?l=nl

Metro linesStationsTerminal stations
▣ Line 121Gare de l'Ouest / Weststation ⇄ Stockel
▣ Line 219Simonis ⇄ Elisabeth
▣ Line 528Erasme ⇄ Herrmann-Debroux
▣ Line 626Roi Baudouin / Koning Boudewijn ⇄ Elisabeth

  • The Brussels Metro officially opened in 1976, marking the beginning of rapid transit services in the Belgian capital.
  • The metro network in Brussels consists of four lines, namely Line 1, Line 2, Line 5 and Line 6, each connecting different parts of the city and surrounding areas.
  • The Brussels Metro is seamlessly integrated into the wider public transport system, allowing convenient transfers between metro lines, buses and trams.
  • The metro stations in Brussels feature modern architectural designs, contributing to the contemporary urban landscape of the city.
  • Known for its cleanliness and efficiency, the Brussels Metro system maintains a reputation for punctuality and reliability in its operations.
  • The metro network has seen expansion and improvement over the years to meet the growing demands of the city's residents and commuters.
  • Some metro stations in Brussels display artistic elements, including sculptures and murals, which add a cultural touch to the commuting experience.
  • Reflecting the multilingual character of Belgium, the metro system includes signage in both French and Dutch, the country's official languages.
  • The Brussels Metro is designed to be accessible to people with reduced mobility, with features such as lifts and ramps to ensure inclusivity.
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