About the Center swimming pool in Brussels
Located in the heart of the historic Marolles district, the Centre swimming pool is an iconic venue that combines architectural elegance with practical functionality. Designed by architect Maurice Van Nieuwenhuyse in 1953, this pool stands out for its unique layout. Faced with space constraints, the architect ingeniously stacked two pools, creating an innovative arrangement bathed in natural light thanks to an impressive glass roof and large windows offering stunning views of the city’s rooftops.
Classified as a heritage site in Brussels, this Art Deco swimming pool has retained its original charm while meeting modern needs. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or exercise, the Centre swimming pool welcomes you to an exceptional setting where tradition meets modernity.
Since its inauguration in 1953, the Centre swimming pool has also been known for providing public bath and shower facilities, an essential service for the community.
In the territory of the City of Brussels, three public swimming pools offer opportunities for swimming and aquatic activities: the Centre swimming pool, the Laeken swimming pool, and the Neder-Over-Heembeek swimming pool. Management is overseen by the non-profit organisation Bains de Bruxelles.
Built in :
1953
Management type :
MUNICIPAL
Facilities and equipment – Center swimming pool
Center swimming pool
Infrastructures of the Center swimming pool in Brussels
Adress and contact information – Center swimming pool
Adress : Rue du Chevreuil 28, 1000 Bruxelles
Phone : 02 511 24 68
Email : piscine.centre.bad@brucity.be
Last ticket sale and water exit
The Center swimming pool asks swimmers to buy their ticket one hour before closing time and to leave the pool 30 minutes before closing time.
For example, when the pool closes at 20h30, swimmers must leave the pool at 20h, i.e. 30 minutes before closing time.
At certain times during the school year, all swimming lanes may be reserved for schools.
Entry fees – Center swimming pool in Brussels
MUNICIPAL RATES
* Reduced rate: Under 16 / Seniors / PMR / Large Families / BIM
| Individual | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | 3.20€ |
| Reduced rate | 2.50€ |
| Under 3 | Free |
| Entry cards | Price |
|---|---|
| 10 entries | 30€ |
| 10 entries reduced rate | 23€ |
| 50 entries | 110€ |
| 50 entries reduced rate | 100€ |
| Subscription | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 months | 85€ |
RATES OUTSIDE THE MUNICIPALITY
* Reduced rate: Under 16 / Seniors / PMR / Large Families / BIM
| Individual | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | 4.50€ |
| Reduced rate | 3.50€ |
| Under 3 | Free |
| Entry cards | Price |
|---|---|
| 10 entries | 40€ |
| 10 entries reduced rate | 32€ |
| 50 entries | 140€ |
| 50 entries reduced rate | 150€ |
| Subscription | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 months | 120€ |
Complete schedule of activities at the Center swimming pool:
> PDF file activities at the Center pool
Aquatic activities at the Center pool include aquagym classes, prenatal aquagym classes, private swimming lessons, children’s swimming school, swimming camps, swimming club, artistic swimming club, etc.
Outside the pool’s opening hours, a number of ASBLs offer aquagym classes, swimming lessons or free swim periods during which the pool is reserved for women. This service is not organised directly by the pool, but by three ASBLs.
- Tuesday, 20h30 to 21h30 (Maison médicale Galilée, J.Bakkioui | 02 539 29 58 | maisonmedicalegalilee.be | maisonmedicalegalilee@skynet.be)
- Thursday 20h30 to 21h30 (P. Vander Borght | 0489 31 15 83 | aquatixbxl.com | aquatixbxl@gmail.com)
- Saturday 17h to 19h (Marhaban, S. Sofiane | 0478 71 24 61 | marhaban-asbl.com | asblmarhaban1@gmail.com)
Water quality
The Center 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 the Centre swimming pool in Brussels
Accessibility – Centre swimming pool
The Center swimming pool is just a stone’s throw from Place du Jeu de Balle in the Marolles district.
Nearest public transport stops to reach the Centre swimming pool:
- Tram: 3, 4, 51 , 56 (stop: Lemonnier)
- Bus: 27 and 48 (stop: Jeu de Balle)
- Metro: lines 2 and 6 (stop: Porte de hal)
Other public swimming pools in the vicinity of the Center swimming pool :
