About the Ceria pool in Anderlecht
The swimming pool of the CERIA sports complex, located on the CERIA campus in Anderlecht, is a space dedicated to swimming and aquatic learning. Equipped with a large 25 x 12.5-meter pool and a 12.5 x 10-meter learning pool, this facility welcomes both individual swimmers and groups.
The pool includes a spectator stand, a storage room, and an infirmary, ensuring comfort and safety for all visitors.
Built in 1962, the CERIA pool is managed by the French Community Commission (COCOF).
Built in :
1962
Management type :
COCOF
Facilities and equipment – CERIA swimming pool
Piscine du Ceria
Infrastructures of the CERIA swimming pool :
Adress and contact information – CERIA swimming pool
Adress : Rue des grives 51, 1070 Anderlecht
Phone : 02 523 11 65
Email : polesportifduceria@spfb.brussels ou pmoreau@spfb.brussels
Opening hours during the school year
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7h30 – 8h50 | 11h30 – 12h50 | 16h00 – 18h30 |
| Tuesday | 7h30 – 8h50 | 12h00 – 19h00 |
| Wednesday | 7h30 – 8h50 | 12h00 – 14h30 | 16h00 – 19h00 |
| Thursday | 7h30 – 8h50 | 12h30 – 14h00 | 14h30 – 18h00 |
| Friday | 7h30 – 9h00 | 12h00 – 13h30 | 15h30 – 18h30 |
| Saturday | 9h00 – 11h45 | 13h00 – 16h45 |
| Sunday | Closed |
From 31 August 2026, the pool opens to the public from 7:30. The opening hours above reproduce the time slots published by CERIA. On Friday morning, the official website contains an apparent typographical error (“17:30 to 09:00”); the slot is shown here as 7:30–9:00, in line with the announced 7:30 opening time and the stated last-ticket time of 8:15.
Opening hours during school holydays
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Saterday | 9h – 16h45 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Time in the water is limited to a maximum of 45 minutes.
If you’d like to come in a group, it’s best to book in advance via polesportifduceria@spfb.brussels or 02/523 11 65.
Upcoming pool closure dates: July 21, August 15, September 27, November 1, November 2, November 11, December 22 to January 3
Last ticket sale and water exit
Swimmers are requested to purchase their tickets at least 45 minutes before the end of public access hours.
- Examples:
- If the pool closes at 16:45, the last tickets are sold at 16:00.
- If the pool closes at 18:45, the last tickets are sold at 18:00.
Important: Swimmers must leave the water exactly at the pool’s closing time.
Entry fees – CERIA swimming pool
MUNICIPAL RATES
Rates are the same for residents of Anderlecht and outside the municipality.
| Individual | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | 3.50€ |
| Under 14 years | 2.50€ |
| Under 3 years | Free |
| Senior & social rate | 2€ |
| COCOF staff | Free |
| School entry | 1.30€ |
| Spectator | 1€ |
| Entry cards | Price |
|---|---|
| 10 entries adult | 30€ |
| 10 entries under 14 years | 20€ |
| Subscriptions | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual adult | 200€ |
| Annual under 14 years | 140€ |
RATES OUTSIDE THE MUNICIPALITY
Rates are the same for residents of Anderlecht and outside the municipality.
| Individual | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | 3.50€ |
| Under 14 years | 2.50€ |
| Under 3 years | Free |
| Senior & social rate | 2€ |
| COCOF staff | Free |
| School entry | 1.30€ |
| Spectator | 1€ |
| Entry cards | Price |
|---|---|
| 10 entries adult | 30€ |
| 10 entries under 14 years | 20€ |
| Subscriptions | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual adult | 200€ |
| Annual under 14 years | 140€ |
Equipment rental
- Women’s swimsuit: €2.50
- Men’s swimsuit: €2.50
- Bath towel: €2.50
- Swimming cap: €1.50
- Swimming goggles: €2
Pool rental for schools, clubs and associations
The pool can be rented during opening hours from Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 19:00 and on Saturday from 9:00 to 17:00. During school holidays, rental is possible from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 17:00. Supervision is provided by CERIA lifeguards during these periods.
The pool can also be rented outside opening hours, from Monday to Friday from 19:30 to 22:00 and on Saturday from 17:30 to 20:30. In this case, the club must provide its own pool supervision with qualified lifeguards whose aquatic lifesaving certification is up to date.
Evening club rates:
- Club affiliated with a federation and taking part in competitions: €30 / hour
- Club affiliated with an official federation: €45 / hour
- Other sports association: €60 / hour
For clubs using the pool during opening hours, access is paid using 10-entry cards: €30 for adults and €20 for children under 14. Access to the spectator stands for parents is included.
For schools, the rate is €1.30 per pupil, paid by invoice.
Rental requests: polesportifduceria@spfb.brussels or pmoreau@spfb.brussels.
Activities offered by the Ceria d’Anderlecht swimming pool
The CERIA swimming pool offers aquatic activities for adults and children.
During the school year, from September to June, various public activities take place at the pool (swimming lessons, etc.). These activities are provided by sports clubs. Here are the times and activities offered by these clubs.
Schedule for swimming lessons at the Ceria pool:
> PDF file Ceria swimming lessons for children and adults 2026
Schedule for aquagym classes at the Ceria pool:
> PDF file aquagym classes at Ceria 2026
Every Saturday between 17h30 and 20h (except during the month of Ramadan), the Ceria swimming pool in Anderlecht is rented out by an ASBL which organises aquatic activities reserved for women. For more information, contact Miloudi Rahma of ASBL SALSABIL on 0485/62 28 48.
Water quality
The CERIA swimming pool is equipped with a water treatment system using a chlorination process, ensuring effective and continuous disinfection to guarantee the sanitary quality of the water.
Rules of CERIA swimming pool
Accessibility – CERIA swimming pool
The Ceria swimming pool is located on the Ceria Campus in Anderlecht.
Nearest public transport stops to reach the Anderlecht swimming pool:
- Bus: 75 and 73 “Ceria” stop
- Metro: line 5 “Ceria” stop 75 et 73 arrêt “Ceria”
Other public swimming pools in the vicinity of the CERIA swimming pool:
