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Les tours WTC à Bruxelles sont tombées : retour sur le fiasco du projet Manhattan et de ses 54 gratte-ciel
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Bétonnées, les cages d’ascenseurs s’élèvent vers le ciel. C’est tout ce qu’il reste des tours WTC I et II, dans le quartier nord. A la place, doit voir le jour en 2023 un gratte-ciel de 110.000 mètres carrés comprenant des bureaux, un hôtel, des commerces, de l’horeca, du logement. Un projet mixte porté par le promoteur Befimmo et baptisé Zin , quasiment neutre d’un point de vue environnemental, exemplaire au niveau de sa conception. Coût : 375 millions d’euros.
Le projet est à l’image des ambitions de Bruxelles en matière climatiques. Mais il doit surtout effacer l’échec du méga projet Manhattan, imaginé dans les années 60 par deux hommes : Paul Vanden Boeynants et Charly De Pauw.
Le premier est échevin des Travaux et de l’Urbanisme à la Ville de Bruxelles, le deuxième est un promoteur immobilier , inspiré par l’urbanisme et les tours interminables de la plus grande place financière du monde, New-York. Charly De Pauw a fait fortune dans les parkings (son surnom sera "King Parking") et la construction. Lorsque Bruxelles change de visage avec l’Exposition universelle de 1958 , il entend poursuivre la transformation de la ville.
Un WTC à 28 tours
Sa cible : le quartier Nord, à cheval sur Bruxelles, Saint-Josse et Schaerbeek. Non loin, y a déjà poussé la tour Martini, venue fracasser l’ancienne gare du Nord avec l'accord d'une autre figure politique, le bourgmestre de Saint-Josse, Guy Cudell. Le quartier Nord est un quartier populaire, aux bâtisses dégradées… S’y côtoient bistroquets, espaces de prostitution mais aussi des habitants (environ 10.000) qui vont être expropriés (chassés) pour laisser place aux délires architecturaux des autorités locales, Charly De Pauw et de CDP, sa Compagnie de Promotion.
L'idée : bâtir 54 tours, 750.000 mètres carrés au total, sur 53 hectares ! C’est le projet Manhattan, comme le célèbre arrondissement new-yorkais. Au cœur, un World Trade Center composé de huit tours de 28 étages et 100 mètres chacune, futur centre d’affaires international. Il se situera au croisement des actuels boulevard Simon Bolivar et du roi Albert II, ancien boulevard Emile Jacqmain prolongé .
Originalité du projet destiné aux financiers du monde entier : les tours sont reliées par des passerelles piétonnes surplombant les voiries à 13 mètres de haut. Les premiers plans imaginent aussi une connexion autoroutière directe, depuis Liège et Gand (E40) mais aussi Anvers (E19). De la pure folie pour les détracteurs !
Tours WTC à Buxelles: pose de la première pierre en juin 1971
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Charly De Pauw s’associe au Groupe Structures. Tout sourit au promoteur à la moustache blanche, le collectionneur de belles voitures et de peintures de Brueghel. En 1969, un arrêté royal approuve son plan d’aménagement . En juin 1971, les officiels dont le ministre national des Travaux publics Jos De Saeger , l’homme des viaducs Hermann-Debroux, Reyers et du réseau autoroutier belge, participe à la pose de la première pierre. C’est un grand moment ! Inauguration du complexe prévue dans sept ans.
En 1973, la première tour, WTC I, aux vitres dorées, est ouverte. La deuxième, la WTC II, est finalisée en 1974. Les socles ont été prévus dans le cadre des futures connexions suspendues. Mais la réalisation de la troisième tour est fortement ralentie en raison de la crise pétrolière et des difficultés financières rencontrées par Charly De Pauw. La suite n’est que succession d’échecs, d’abandons et de retards administratifs. Schaerbeek et son bourgmestre populiste Roger Nols ne jouent pas le jeu selon CDP . La WTC III ne pointe son nez qu’en 1983 !
La même année, Charly De Pauw accueille une équipe de l’émission "A suivre" de la RTBF . Au menu, visite des tours, de la galerie commerçante, des bureaux du patron et présentation de ses ambitions à la lumière de la nouvelle donne économique.
Non, non, je n’ai pas abandonné, pas du tout !
" Non, non, pas du tout ", coupe-t-il quand on lui demande s’il a renoncé, comme le suggère la rumeur, au projet Manhattan. " Vous savez, les 'on dit', faut être prudent ! Au contraire, nous allons faire un musée de l’Automobile au Nord, à la place Rogier, qui ouvrira à la fin de cette année (NDLR : l’Autoworld parti ensuite au Cinquantenaire ). Evidemment, il faut toujours trouver de nouvelles promotions de manière qu’une ville reste vivante. Et nous sommes tout de même une ville moyenne. On ne peut pas concurrencer des villes comme Paris, Londres, New-York, Rio de Janeiro, le Mexique… "
En 1983, Charly De Pauw fait visiter les tours WTC du projet Manhattan
Bruxelles, où le mètre carré de bureau est moins cher, présente " une bonne dimension ". Le projet Manhattan est audacieux, reconnaît l’homme d’affaires qui se présente en pourvoyeur massif d’emplois. " Mais il était prévu dans les années 60. Et dans les années 60, tout le monde a cru que l’Occident allait vers un infini de progression. Et ça s’est arrêté en 1974 et on ne s’y est pas attendu. On a vu grand, c’est vrai. "
Trop grand même ! Le progrès a ses limites. Les terrains rasés, au grand dam des riverains, deviennent des friches, au grand regret de Charly De Pauw décédé en 1984. " Je ne suis pas responsable des expropriations, je ne suis venu qu’à la demande de la ville ", dit-il dans "A suivre".
Un quartier qui revit
Dans les années 90 et 2000, les autorités publiques , un peu plus soucieuses de la qualité de vie des habitants face aux appétits des magnats de l’immobilier, tentent de rattraper les erreurs du passé, avec le concours des héritiers De Pauw, Alain et Patrick.
Déjà défiguré, le quartier Nord, baptisé Espace Nord, doit poursuivre sa mue. Mais on oublie les huit tours reliées par des passerelles. Les plans de 1969 seront respectés moyennent adaptations. La voie centrale est embellie avec une promenade arborée et ponctuées d’œuvres d’art modernes. Naîtront tout le long des immeubles de bureaux comme les tours jumelles Belgacom en 1996, les tours jumelles North Galaxy en 2004, la tour Zénith en 2009, l’immeuble Engie boulevard Bolivar…
Les transformations se poursuivent actuellement avec les tours Moebius I et II bientôt entièrement occupées et la tour Zin en cours d’érection et déjà saluée. L’an dernier, celle-ci a reçu le prix Be. exemplary de la Région bruxelloise, soulignant la volonté des concepteurs " de promouvoir une architecture et un urbanisme de qualité ".
Le WTC IV, qui n’a jamais vu le jour après 50 ans, pourrait finalement atterrir. Mais pas pour y accueillir du bureau. Befimmo, qui a racheté toutes les tours WTC, envisage un projet plus proche de Zin que des rêves dépassés de Charly De Pauw.
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Are you a first-timer in Brussels? Don’t worry, then: you're in good hands. We've put together a list of must-see attractions for you. This way, you can discover our capital through its best-known and most valuable treasures. An excellent introduction to the city!
An absolute must: the Grand Place, and the neighbouring galleries
Visiting Brussels without spending some time in the Grand Place is simply unthinkable. Here you’ll see the town hall (one of the most beautiful in the country), the Maison du Roi , which is home to the Brussels City Museum, and a series of private houses built at the end of the 17th century. The architectural richness of this square is simply overwhelming.
Just a stone's throw away from the Grand Place are the Royal Galleries , one of the oldest covered galleries in Europe, as beautiful by day as by night.
Manneken Pis: it’s not the size that matters
Since the 15th century, the Manneken Pis sculpture has adorned one of the public fountains that supply the city with drinking water. Over time, this wee little man became a kind of mascot, with the people of Brussels seeing him as a symbol of the local temperament, a unique combination of mischievous, irreverent and droll. A much coveted symbol, since the present statue is a copy. The original, which has been stolen several times, is now safely housed in the Brussels City Museum . Nearby, you can discover the vast wardrobe of Manneken Pis at the GardeRobe MannekenPis Museum.
Comic Strips in the streets: the Comic Strip trail
Brussels is the undisputed capital of the comic strip. The ninth art can be found everywhere, in shops, galleries, flea markets, festivals and more. And since 1991, the city's walls have been gradually covered with frescoes that pay tribute to the authors and their many heroes. You can turn down a street and come face to face with Tintin , Cubitus, Billy and Buddy , Blake and Mortimer or Corto Maltese . In all, there are more than 80 murals immersing locals, visitors and tourists alike in the wonderful world of comics.
An 18th century masterpiece: the Royal Quarter
The Place Royale, which was built on the ashes of the Coudenberg Palace , has retained its historical function as the “executive power district”. You’ll find the Royal Palace , the “office” of the Belgian King, at the Place des Palais, bordering the Place Royale. Opposite is the Parc de Bruxelles or Royal Park. The streets bordering the park are also part of the same neoclassical ensemble. For instance, on the other side of the park, you will see the Palace of the Nation , the seat of the Belgian Parliament. At the Place Royale, with the statue of Godfrey of Bouillon at the centre, you’ll discover the Church of St. James on Coudenberg that resembles a Greco-Roman temple and a series of similar, harmonious mansions.
Culture with a view: the Mont des Arts
The Mont des Arts is the junction between uptown and downtown Brussels and offers a delightful view in all seasons. Below, you can sit in the sumptuous gardens that lead to the statue of Albert I. The “knightly king” faces his love, Queen Elizabeth, whose statue stands on the small Place de l'Albertine on the other side of the road.The Mont des Arts is home to the KBR , the country's main library, and the KBR Museum , which houses the library of the Dukes of Burgundy and the Archives & Museum of Literature (AML). On the other side of the Mont des Arts you’ll find the Brussels Congress Centre Square . Within walking distance you’ll also find major museums and cultural institutions such as Bozar , the BELvue museum and the Museum of Musical Instruments (MIM), to name but a few.
Spotlight on the masters: the Royal Museums of Fine Arts
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Hotel on the intermediate floors to the west, alternating with offices.
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welcome to tour. &. taxis. " Situated in the heart of Brussels, Tour & Taxis is more than just a historic landmark. It's a crossroads of experiences, art and discoveries. Once a central customs facility, this iconic site has been reinvented to offer visitors a deep dive into Brussels culture. From art exhibitions and local markets to gourmet ...
Le "World Trade Center" bruxellois se dresse au centre d'un quartier de tours à proximité de la Gare du Nord. La conception en est due au bureau d'architecture Groupe Structures. Le projet initial visait à construire 7 tours, mais seules 3 furent construites. Les tours 1 et 2 sont démolies en 2020-2021 pour faire place à un ensemble mixant ...
The future. is. HERE. Regardez la vidéo. ZIN est un projet de réaménagement des tours 1 & 2 du complexe WTC dans le Quartier Nord de Bruxelles. Après démantèlement, les tours existantes seront connectées par un nouveau volume de 14 étages sur une double hauteur. Le projet ZIN réunit différentes fonctions d'une manière extrêmement ...
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Bétonnées, les cages d'ascenseurs s'élèvent vers le ciel. C'est tout ce qu'il reste des tours WTC I et II, dans le quartier nord. A la place, doit voir le jour en 2023 un gratte-ciel ...
The historical logistics platform of Tour & Taxis presents a number of buildings of exceptional size and architectural value: the Royal Depot, the Sheds, the Hôtel des Douanes, the Hôtel de la Poste and the Gare Maritime. A modern interpretation is given to the historic buildings on the Tour & Taxis site, with great respect for their ...
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If your vehicle is registered abroad, registration is free and compulsory before driving in the LEZ. Tour&Taxis is located in a paid parking zone, in the yellow zone. This means that parking spaces in neighboring streets are mainly reserved for residents. Yellow zones are pay zones from Monday to Saturday: 15 min free, 1h:1€, 2h:3€,….
The World Trade Center (WTC) is a complex of skyscrapers at the corner of the Boulevard du roi Albert II / Koning Albert II-laan and the Boulevard Simon Bolivar / Simon Bolivarlaan in the Northern Quarter central business district of Brussels, Belgium.Its three towers are among the tallest buildings in Belgium.. The complex was originally planned to have eight towers, all around the corner of ...
Tour & Taxis (French: Tour et Taxis; Dutch: Thurn en Taxis) is a large former industrial site in Brussels, Belgium.It is situated on the embankment of the Brussels Canal in the City of Brussels, just north-west of the city centre.The location is immediately adjacent to Laeken and Molenbeek-Saint-Jean, and about 1 kilometre (0.62 miles) west from the city's Northern Quarter business district.
Historical Tours. 90-120 minutes. Experience the hidden side of Brussels at your own pace with Derek, an experienced writer and journalist eager to share …. from. $8. per adult. 23. Brussels City Tour: Day Trip from Amsterdam. 4.
The Place Royale, which was built on the ashes of the Coudenberg Palace, has retained its historical function as the "executive power district".You'll find the Royal Palace, the "office" of the Belgian King, at the Place des Palais, bordering the Place Royale.Opposite is the Parc de Bruxelles or Royal Park. The streets bordering the park are also part of the same neoclassical ensemble.
16. Brussels Chocolate Walking Tour and Workshop. 140. Food & Drink. 3-4 hours. Become a chocolate connoisseur on this tasting tour and chocolate-making workshop in Brussels. Visit some of the best chocolate…. Free cancellation. Recommended by 95% of travelers.
Place de la Musique Avenue du Port 86C, Bruxelles, Belgium Realty Summit 2024 ... will take place from October 3 to 6, 2024, in an exceptional setting: the Gare Maritime at Tour & Taxis. Art […] 3 October @ 11:00 - 6 October @ 19:00. €8 - €15 Wedding Fair
per adult. 2. Hungry Mary's Famous Beer and Chocolate Tour in Brussels. 1,221. Food & Drink. 4-5 hours. Belgium is known for being the home of delicious chocolate and great beer, so save time and enjoy a tour that introduces…. Free cancellation. Recommended by 99% of travellers.
Walking Tours. Bus Tours. Historical Tours. Cultural Tours. Sightseeing Tours. Chocolate Tours. Beer & Brewery Tours. The Belgian capital of Brussels is a sophisticated and modern international city that also has a rich history—and Brussels tours embrace both. Expert-led excursions include top attractions like art museums, churches, whimsical ...
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About Us. Tour & Taxis is a remarkable destination in Brussels that embodies the perfect blend of history, culture, and innovation. With a captivating industrial heritage seamlessly merged with modern design, it offers diverse spaces for extraordinary events and gatherings. From expansive exhibition halls to picturesque outdoor areas, our venue ...
The tour is structured this way to help you better understand the origins and historic development of Brussels. Highlights on your tour of the Lower City include the Grand Palace, the Everard t'Serclaes monument on Charles Buls street, the Manneken Pis and Grands Carmes street, Marché au Charbon street, the Covering of the Senne, Riches ...
2-3 hours. We will take you for a walk and talk about the history of Brussels while at every stop you will taste famous Belgian chocolates…. Free cancellation. Recommended by 99% of travelers. from. $78. per adult. 4. Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Tour & Taxis with our detailed map as your guide. From hidden gems to architectural marvels, our comprehensive guide will lead you effortlessly through this captivating destination. Discover vibrant cultural hubs, indulge in culinary delights, and confidently make the most of your visit.
The future. is. HERE. Watch the video. ZIN is the project to transform Towers 1 & 2 of the WTC complex in the North area of Brussels. After dismantling, the existing towers are being interconnected by a new volume of 14 floors of double height. In this way, the ZIN project combines different functions in a highly innovative way.