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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Brussels?
Yes, tap water in Brussels is safe to drink and meets all EU drinking water standards, supplied by Vivaqua from a mix of groundwater and surface water sources.
Hardness
Hard
Country
Belgium
Rating
Safe
Soft
Moderate
Hard
Very Hard
Water Source
Vivaqua supplies Brussels from groundwater wells in Wallonia and treated surface water, blended and distributed through a well-maintained network across the Brussels-Capital Region.
Contaminants & Concerns
No significant health concerns. Water quality is closely monitored and consistently compliant with EU Drinking Water Directive standards.
Tips
- •Ask for "eau du robinet" (French) or "kraantjeswater" (Dutch) at restaurants for free tap water
- •Brussels tap water is safe throughout the city, including in EU quarter hotels
- •A filter pitcher can reduce limescale from the hard water
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & References
The safety rating and guidance on this page draw on the following sources. See our full methodology.
- •WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
- •CDC Travelers' Health destination pages
- •The municipal water utility's published quality data