At Brexit Removals we take care of the hard work and the paperwork to make your move between the UK and Brussels as quick and easy as it should be.
Here you’ll find how we can help you with everything from full house moves to transporting vehicles, heirlooms and other priceless keepsakes. Just what you need to hear when you want to start the next chapter of your life with a helping hand that handles it all.
Finding your feet in a new city can take a little time, which is why we want to give you a few hints and tips that will help you to hit the ground running. Let’s dive right in…
This depends very much on the size of the property you go for, and the number of dependents you have. A single professional may pay anywhere up to £1,000 a month for an apartment in the fashionable quarters of the city, while a 4-person family home could set you back as much as £2,500 a month. As with all major European cities you end up paying a premium due to the population density, but the amount of attractions and opportunities you have on your doorstep will more than make up for it.
Getting settled is all about getting acclimated to the city and seeing what it has to offer. Galleries, art installations and public parks are all free to enter and will allow you to immerse yourself in the culture of the city. In terms of eating out or going for a drink, prices will be comparable with any major European city, with a wide range to suit all tastes.
Bars and clubs will be open long into the night, while there’s also a thriving cafe culture that often offers live music to its patrons. There are also a number of sports teams to go and watch so you can experience life in the city in a way that gets you mixing nice and fast. Anderlecht are the most famous name in the city and regularly play Champions League football as well as win the national league title.
Food is a big issue for a lot of people relocating across borders, which is one of the reasons why Brussels remains a popular choice. All of the staple dishes like stoemp and moules-frites are palatable and come in a wide variety of flavours, none of which are too strong or overpowering. Parking is another issue that people need to consider, and Brussels has a large number of properties with dedicated on-street and off-street parking, as well as public spaces that are fairly priced.
While you can certainly get around the city with nothing but English in your vocabulary, you’ll certainly enrich the experience when you learn one of the local languages. French and Flemish are commonly heard, as is Dutch in some quarters. Take your time to learn a few stock phrases a day and aim to use them as often as possible and you’ll soon grow in confidence. The key is to remember that everyone will know from your accent you’re new to the language, and because the people are so kind and open there won’t be any awkward moments.
