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Brussels is internationally regarded as the centre of Western Europe due to both its geographical location as well as its political, administrative and cultural significance. It's also home to phenomenal cuisine, countless beer manufacturers and delicious chocolatey treats!
The city's cosmopolitan nature makes it an intriguing city to explore. As you discover the city on your team-building retreat, you'll encounter people from all over the world, each with their own language, culture and backstory.
With over 130 restaurants per square mile, Brussels is a gastronomic utopia. In this food paradise, your team has the opportunity to sample world-class french fries, chocolate and craft beer!
But there's more to Brussels than delicious food and drink. This, the capital of Europe, is also known for its many historical and cultural landmarks as well as a lively nightlife. It's a must-visit city if you're looking to strengthen your team with unforgettable group activities and experiences.
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We've put together a list of
team-building activities for company retreats in
Brussels
, including options that work well for both small and large teams.
From Grand Place to Saint-Gilles and iconic spots like the Atomium, this 4-day retreat agenda in Brussels combines structured sessions, local experiences, and time to explore the city together.
Brussels is a strong choice for teams that want an international, well-connected city with a mix of history and modern business infrastructure. A corporate retreat in Brussels combines European charm, compact logistics, and a diverse food scene, making it easy to balance work sessions with social time.
Brussels is one of the most accessible cities in Europe. Brussels Airport (BRU) is about 20 minutes from the city center by train, and high-speed rail connections link the city to Paris, London, and Amsterdam, making it especially convenient for international teams.
The most comfortable months are May to June and September to early October, with temperatures typically between 15–25°C. Summers are mild and active, while winters are colder but still suitable for indoor-focused retreats.
The city center is ideal for first-time visits and easy access to landmarks, the European Quarter suits more business-oriented retreats, Ixelles offers a lively and local atmosphere, and Saint-Gilles provides a more creative and relaxed setting.
Teams often choose activities like chocolate-making workshops, beer tasting tours, city scavenger hunts around Grand Place, comic strip walking tours, and day trips to nearby cities like Bruges or Ghent.
Most teams plan 2 to 3 days in Brussels. The city’s size and accessibility make it possible to run an efficient offsite without needing a longer stay.
Brussels stands out for its international character and political significance, combined with a relaxed local culture. It feels less overwhelming than larger capitals, which makes a corporate retreat in Brussels more manageable and focused.
Brussels is known for its chocolate, waffles, and beer culture. Teams often organize tastings, brewery visits, and group dinners featuring Belgian classics like moules-frites.
Brussels can accommodate both small and large groups. A corporate retreat in Brussels can scale easily thanks to a wide range of hotels, venues, and transport options.
Key considerations include weather variability, booking restaurants in advance for larger groups, and choosing centrally located accommodation to keep logistics simple and efficient.
Surf Office was amazing to work with - from the initial introductory call to the final day of our corporate retreat! They are well-organised, transparent, super reliable and the communication throughout the planning and execution phase was prompt and clear. We are looking forward to working with them for future company retreats.
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Elke and Álvaro to plan our onsite, and I genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, they were incredibly friendly, responsive, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping us create a great event. Elke was so thoughtful and organized, always making sure every little detail was covered and keeping everything running smoothly. She brought such a positive energy to the process — she was super approachable and made collaboration easy and fun. Throughout the entire planning period, they both went above and beyond to support us. I really appreciated how proactive they were in anticipating our needs, and how enjoyable every interaction was. It truly felt like working with partners who cared as much about the success of our onsite as we did. Thank you, Elke and Álvaro, for being such a joy to work with! I’d happily work with you both again any time.
It's our second year working with Surf Office for our company offsite (30 pax first year, and 42 pax second year), and we're super happy! This year our offsite was a huge success, with direct impact on our employees' satisfaction, company culture, and alignment with our mission. The week they put together for us was perfect on all fronts: venue selection, logistics, activities, last-minute changes - everything was super well executed. Couldn't recommend them more! And... I know whom we're working with next year!
Working with Surf Office was a great experience from start to finish. Communication was smooth, the planning was thoughtful, and the platform made coordination easy. We really appreciated the well-curated suggestions for locations, activities, and restaurants – everything felt carefully considered. Beyond that, the setup created a great team atmosphere, making it easy to connect and enjoy our time together. We would definitely recommend Surf Office to any team looking for a well-organized and inspiring retreat.
Danielle, Giselle and the SurfOffice team were extremely cooperative, understanding and flexible to support my team’s 80-person offsite in Belgrade, Serbia. From being patient with our company’s lengthy vendor due diligence and procurement process, to responding swiftly when an attendee misplaced her passport - everything went really smoothly. Working with them took a huge load off our shoulders and their relationships with hotels/activities/venues also helped us secure good deals. Would definitely recommend their services to any company who’s looking to plan for an enjoyable team offsite.
We recently organized our company offsite with SurfOffice, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning: The location selection and contract negotiations with Giselle, to the actual planning and execution of the offsite together with Elke, everything was handled exceptionally well. Working with Elke was truly outstanding. She was incredibly proactive, always thinking several steps ahead, and responded extremely quickly to every question or change. She managed to get fast answers from all providers: from transport companies to hotels and local activity partners- and did so with a consistently friendly and professional attitude. Thanks to her dedication, we had little organizational workload on our side, and we always felt fully supported. The offsite turned out to be an amazing experience for our whole team, and we’re certain we couldn’t have organized something like this on our own. SurfOffice played a huge role in making our offsite in Kemer such a success, and we can wholeheartedly recommend them to any company planning an offsite for a larger group.
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Expertise and competence in service. Friendly, helpful, and respectful communication. Comfortable, welcoming, and inspiring surroundings.
This was our second year working with Surf to plan our annual company retreat, and once again, they smashed it. We had a beautiful, restorative and fun retreat just outside of Barcelona that the whole team loved. It was so lovely to have the team's support in planning such a complex event, and they did a great job at helping us stay within budget. Great experience overall.
The most popular team building activities are surf lessons, SUP lessons and tapas night but there are plenty more to choose from.
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