Bright Brussels 2024 - Circuit européen - Access-i

Strong points

• An info point will be set up in the Parc Léopold and the Cinquantenaire arcades. It will provide information on all the site's facilities. In the event of long waits, priority access may be provided.
• A map and schedule are available at the information point.
• Accessibility information is provided on the general event plan.
• Parking spaces will be reserved on rue Wiertz and rue Belliard.
• The City of Brussels also provides PRM parking spaces along the route. See attached maps.
• Some streets will be closed to traffic (Place du Luxembourg, access to the Cinquantenaire arcades).
• Seating is available along the route: Parc Léopold, Square de Meeûs, Parc du Cinquantenaire. 
• A team of stewards is on hand to provide information throughout the festival.
• An obstacle-clearing team will be on hand at technical points along the circuit (identified on the event map).
• These people will be clearly identifiable thanks to chasubles.
• The course is entirely free of charge. No registration is necessary.
• You can start and finish the course wherever you like.

• The PRM manager can be contacted before the festival by e-mail: alexia@stormevents.be
• The PRM manager, Sébastien, can be contacted during the festival: 04 77 44 26 32

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Points of attention

• The event takes place in a public space, and is therefore dependent on uneven ground surfaces and the site's relief (numerous slopes).  
• The festival can be reached by various means of public transport. Some routes from bus stops are long and difficult.
• The event takes place in the center of Brussels: the site is open, and people can enter and leave freely. 
• The event is likely to attract a lot of people: if you're worried about crowds, you might want to come on a Thursday evening to avoid the weekend crowds.
• Please note: some signposts will be fixed to the Nadar barriers.  Depending on the number of visitors, you may not be able to see the arrows.

Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Strong points

• An info point will be set up in the Parc Léopold and the Cinquantenaire arcades. It will provide information on all the site's facilities. In the event of long waits, priority access may be provided.
• A map and schedule are available at the information point.
• Accessibility information is provided on the general event plan.
• Parking spaces will be reserved on rue Wiertz and rue Belliard.
• The City of Brussels will also be providing PRM parking spaces along the route (see technical images).
• Some streets will be closed to vehicular traffic (Place du Luxembourg, Arcades du Cinquantenaire).
• Outdoor walkways will be facilitated by the installation of mats, runners and cable guides.
• It is always possible to take an alternative route to avoid the stairs.
• Signage identifies alternative routes.
• Reserved areas are provided for observing the mappings on the facades of the Museum of Natural Sciences and the Cinquantenaire arcades.
• A team of stewards is on hand to provide information throughout the festival.
• A team of obstacle-clearance helpers will be on hand at the circuit's technical passages (identified on the map and detailed in the points of attention below).
• These people will be clearly identifiable thanks to chasubles.
• Adapted toilets are available in some luxury establishments.

Points of attention

• The festival can be reached by various means of public transport. Some routes from bus stops are long and difficult.
• The event takes place in the public space, and is therefore dependent on the site's ground surfaces and relief: cobblestones, slopes from 6 to 12% in places (listed on the map), unlowered kerbs.
• There are no adapted toilets on the circuits.
• Several cable trays will be present to supply the lighting installations.
• The Parc Léopold area has very, very steep slopes over long distances.
• To reach Parc du Cinquantenaire, Rue Belliard slopes steeply for 400m.
• The Pavillon des Passions Humaines in Parc du Cinquantenaire is not accessible (stairs at the entrance).

Technical crossings :

- Rampe de l'Hémicycle (ramp integrated into a staircase, no wheel chaser or handrail).

- Circulation in Parc Léopold (slope up to 15% over 300m).

• Please note: some signs will be fixed to the Nadar barriers.  Depending on how busy it is, you may not be able to see the arrows.

Strong points

• Parking spaces will be reserved on rue Wiertz and rue Belliard.
• Public parking spaces for disabled people (PMR) provided by the City of Brussels will also be available along the route (see technical images).
• A map and schedule are available at information points.
• The adapted map is shown on the general event map.
• A team of stewards is on hand to provide information throughout the festival.
• An obstacle clearance team will be present at the technical areas of the circuit (identified on the map).
• These people will be clearly identifiable thanks to a chasuble.
• Certain streets will be closed to vehicular traffic (Place du Luxembourg, access to the Cinquantenaire arcades).
• Seating is available along the route: Parc Léopold, Square de Meeûs, Parc du Cinquantenaire.
• Reserved areas have been set aside to observe the mapping on the facades of the Museum of Natural Sciences and the Cinquantenaire arcades.
• Outdoor walkways will be facilitated by the installation of carpets, runners and cable guides.
• It is always possible to take an alternative route to avoid the stairs.
• Signage will identify alternative routes.
• Adapted toilets are available in a number of Brussels city-center establishments. For more information, click on the following link: Toilets

• The PRM manager can be contacted before the festival by e-mail: alexia@stormevents.be
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Points of attention

• The event can be reached by various means of public transport. Some routes from bus stops are more difficult.
• The event takes place in the public space, and is therefore dependent on the site's ground surfaces and relief: cobblestones, slopes from 6 to 12% in places (as shown on the map), and unlowered kerbs.
• Several cable trays will be present to power the lighting installations.
• The circuit is around 2.5 km long, punctuated by long slopes (Rue Belliard, Parc Léopold, Rue Vautier).
• The Parc Léopold area has very steep slopes over long distances. An alternative route via stairs is possible. The staircase has around 50 steps.
• To reach Parc du Cinquantenaire, Rue Belliard has a very steep gradient for 400m.
• No mobility equipment available at the info point.
• Please note: some signs will be fixed to the Nadar barriers.  Depending on how busy it is, you may not be able to see the arrows.​

Strong points

• Parking spaces will be reserved on rue Wiertz and rue Belliard.
• A map and program are available at information points.
• The adapted map is indicated on the general event map.
• A team of stewards will be on hand to provide information throughout the festival.
• An obstacle clearance team will be present at the technical areas of the circuit (identified on the map).
• These people will be clearly identifiable thanks to chasubles.
• An info point will be set up in the Parc Léopold and in the Cinquantenaire arcades. It will provide information on all the site's facilities. In the event of long waits, a priority passage may be set up.
• It is always possible to take an alternative route to avoid the stairs.
• Assistance dogs are welcome.

• The PRM manager can be contacted before the festival by e-mail: alexia@stormevents.be
• The PRM manager, Sébastien, can be contacted during the festival: 04 77 44 26 32

Points of attention

• It will be very difficult for a blind person to find their way around the circuit on their own.
• Staircases are not secured with paving stones.
• None of the content is adapted for audio description.
• All installations are visual (projections, works to observe but not to touch, etc.).
• Installation descriptions are not provided in Braille.
• Obstacles are likely to be present along the facades (shopkeepers' tables, for example).

Strong points

• An info point will be set up in the Parc Léopold and the Cinquantenaire arcades. It will provide information on all the site's facilities. In the event of long waits, priority access may be provided.
• A description of the works is available on the event website.
• The appropriate layout is indicated on the general event map.
• A team of stewards is on hand to provide information throughout the festival.
• An obstacle clearance team will be present at the technical areas of the circuit (identified on the map).
• These people will be clearly identifiable thanks to chasubles.
• Contrasting signage with pictograms for easy orientation on the site.
• The route of the circuits will be identified by colored lights on the lampposts.
• It is always possible to take an alternative route to avoid the stairs.
• Any obstacles will be highlighted with contrasts (kerbs, steps, bollards, etc.).
• Assistance dogs are welcome.

• The PRM manager can be contacted before the festival by e-mail: alexia@stormevents.be
• The PRM manager, Sébastien, can be contacted during the festival: 04 77 44 26 32

Points of attention

• As the event takes place in public space, it is dependent on uncomfortable floor coverings, the site's relief (numerous slopes) and ongoing construction work.
• All installations are visual (projections, works to observe, but not to touch...).
• The event takes place in the dark.
• The description of each installation is written on a totem pole: the crowd will probably not allow you to get close to these totem poles.
• The "Quickly Photographed & Released Unharmed" installation at the Art & History Museum can cause glare. It is possible to access the other work without passing through the first.
• Staircases are not secured with pedomark tiles.
• Most staircases will be secured with contrasting tiles.
• Stairs in Parc Léopold will be lit more brightly. 
• Obstacles are likely to be present along the facades (shopkeepers' tables, for example).
• Watch out for holes in the ground in certain places (bollard locations and the Cinquantenaire archway, Place du Luxembourg...).
• Please note: some signs will be fixed to the Nadar barriers.  Depending on how busy it is, you may not be able to see the arrows.​

Strong points

• The event is essentially visual.
• An info point will be set up in the Parc Léopold and the Cinquantenaire arcades.
• A description of the works is available on the event website.
• An adapted map is provided on the general event map.
• Signage with pictograms to help you find your way around the site.
• Pink lampposts identify the route of the circuits.
• 4g is available throughout the circuit.

• The PRM manager can be contacted before the festival by e-mail: alexia@stormevents.be
• The PRM manager, Sébastien, can be contacted during the festival: 04 77 44 26 32.

Points of attention

• There are no volunteers or staff who speak sign language.
• Depending on the lighting at night, there may be shadows or glare in which to communicate.
• Background music is provided for the exhibits and events. Background music helps to create an atmosphere, but does not affect understanding of the work.
• Installations are described only in the conventional way on the website: no sign language interpretation or FALC content is provided.
• The description of each installation is written on a totem: depending on the number of visitors, it may be difficult to approach these totems.
• Please note: some signs will be fixed to the Nadar barriers.  Depending on how busy it is, you may not be able to see the arrows.​

Strong points

• The event is essentially visual.
• An info point will be set up in the Parc Léopold and the Cinquantenaire arcades.
• A description of the works is available on the event website.
• An adapted map is provided on the general event map.
• Signage with pictograms to help you find your way around the site.
• Pink lampposts identify the route of the circuits.
• 4g is available throughout the circuit.

• The PRM manager can be contacted before the festival by e-mail: alexia@stormevents.be
• The PRM manager, Sébastien, can be contacted during the festival: 04 77 44 26 32.

Points of attention

• Depending on the lighting at night, there may be shadows or glare in which to communicate.
• Background music is used for exhibits and animations. Background music helps to create an atmosphere, but does not affect understanding of the work.
• The description of each installation is written on a totem: depending on the number of visitors, it may be difficult to get close to these totems.
• The installations are described only in the conventional way on the website: no sign language interpretation or FALC content is provided.
• There are no BIMs at the information points. It is not necessary to visit the information points to obtain information on the circuit (downloadable from the website).
• Please note: some signs will be fixed to the Nadar barriers.  Depending on how busy it is, you may not be able to see the arrows.​

Strong points

• An info point will be set up in the Parc Léopold and the Cinquantenaire arcades. It will provide information on all the site's facilities. In the event of long waits, priority access may be provided.
• A description of the works is available on the event website.
• Minibus parking is available on request. Please contact the organizers.
• A team of stewards is on hand to provide information throughout the festival.
• A team of obstacle-clearing helpers will be present at technical points on the circuit (identified on the map).
• These people will be clearly identifiable thanks to chasubles.
• Signage with pictograms to help you find your way around the site.
• Certain streets will be closed to vehicular traffic (Place du Luxembourg, access to the Cinquantenaire arcades).
• A written description of the installations on the totems is not necessary to enjoy the event. 
• The PMR manager can be contacted before the festival by e-mail: alexia@stormevents.be
• The PRM manager, Sébastien, can be contacted during the festival: 04 77 44 26 32.

Points of attention

• The "Quickly Photographed & Released Unharmed" installation at the Musée Art & Histoire can be a source of dazzlement. It is possible to access the other work without passing through the first.
• The event runs from February 15 to 18. If you're afraid of crowds, we recommend you come on Thursday evening.
• The festival site is open, and you can enter and leave the building freely.
• The transition between projections and the "return to normal" may be abrupt between light and darkness.
• Installations are not described in FALC (easy to read and understand).
• Please note: some signs will be fixed to the Nadar barriers.  Depending on how busy it is, you may not be able to see the arrows.​