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Place Poelaert - Poelaertplein

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Place Poelaert - Poelaertplein

The Place Poelaert (French, pronounced [plas pu.laʁt]) or Poelaertplein (Dutch, pronounced [ˈpulaːrtˌplɛin]) is the largest square in Brussels, Belgium, measuring 155 by 50 metres (509 by 164 ft). It is named in honour of Joseph Poelaert, the architect of the Palace of Justice. The square is located

close to the Place Louise/Louizaplein and the Small Ring (Brussels' inner ring road). It is served by Louise/Louiza metro station (on lines 2 and 6 of the Brussels Metro), as well as the homonymous tram stop (on lines 8 and 92). From the lower part of town, it is also possible to take the public Poelaert Elevators up to the square.

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