Pope Francis will also meet with victims of sexual abuse in a pastoral context during his visit to our country. This will be done with full discretion. No further information will therefore be given on this until the meeting has taken place.
A number of events are also being organised in Brussels alongside the Pope's visit, including an extensive youth programme ”
Hope Happening” on Saturday, September 28
. And to mark the beatification of Anna of Jesus during the Holy Mass presided over by the Pope, there are also some extra activities. These include a lecture on Friday evening, September 27 (8pm.) and a vigil on Saturday evening, September 28 (7pm) in the cathedral of Brussels.
Reduced hotel rates and booking assistance are available via Brussels Booking Desk, the only official housing partner of the visit of Pope Francis and a local support of the Brussels’ Hotel Community and visit.brussels.
Book directly at one of the hotels at walking distance of the venue. Discounted room rates have been negotiated for you, availability secured up until 4 weeks prior to your arrival dateMore information needed? Olivier Nussbaum, the Brussels accommodation expert will be your hotel guide. You can reach him via email at
olivier@brusselsbookingdesk.be, or give him a call at +32498717542.
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