Hire Car Charleroi Tips, Experiences & Comparison

Discover Charleroi by Hire Car

Charleroi is the capital of Wallonia and is located about 50 km south of the European capital Brussels.

Charleroi experienced its heyday in the era of coal and steel and is now on the rise again after a tough period of structural change.

Most notably, Ryanair’s commitment to the Brussels South Charleroi airport has helped the region emerge from the deep valley after coal and steel.

Sights in Charleroi

Charleroi is now the gateway for many travellers to Belgium and Brussels, and many take the chance to see the old industrial city in the process. And there is certainly a lot to see. Because the signs that Charleroi was once a rich and important city are still clearly visible.

The city centre is situated on a small hill by the river Sambre. The promenade is equipped with benches, the youth of Charleroi likes to meet here. An old shopping arcade with a fantastic interior beckons at the beginning of the pedestrian zone, which leads in small alleys to the top of the hill.

Leisure activities in Charleroi

Every Sunday, a famous market takes place in the centre of town, attended by numerous traders and also private vendors and even more onlookers from all over Belgium.

The city hall with its wonderful facade is also famous and of course the theatre of Charleroi.

If you want to explore the scenic region of Wallonia, it is best to hire car. Charleroi is connected to many places in Central Europe by Ryanair and Wizzair.