Chalet Robinson & the Bois de la Cambre

We met friends of Kate's from BEPS for brunch last Saturday at the Chalet Robinson in the Bois de la Cambre. It was an absolutely beautiful day with blue skies, green grass, and rolling hills The temperature was in the mid-sixties - very warm for Brussels in November. Brussels is known as one of the greenest cities in Europe with extensive woods and green space. For me, the hidden gem is the Bois de la Cambre.

We arrived early at 11am to play. The Chalet Robinson is located in the center of the Bois de la Cambre and opens at noon. At noon we took the ferry over the lake to the island. The boat ride is one Euro for adults, free for kids. Since it was early November we ate lunch inside (make sure you make a reservation!). I ordered the sole which was excellent and Rich ordered a steak. Kate and Elisabeth ordered hamburgers and fries (with a side order of broccoli per Mom and Dad).

After lunch we looked at the bunny rabbits in their cages on the island. The kids enjoyed playing tag on the nice green lawn. Then we rented a row boat on the lake. Elisabeth took us for a ride in the row boat on the lake around the Chalet Robinson. She had a little help from her Dad: It was a windy day!

An incredibly beautiful and ideal Saturday in Brussels. So nice to spend it with family and friends. Definitely on our "To Do" list for visitors to Brussels!

Chalet Robinson

http://www.chaletrobinson.be/