Etterbeek

Etterbeek is a municipality in the Brussels-Capital Region of Belgium, located to the east of the city center. It is one of the region’s 19 municipalities and forms part of the urban core of Brussels. The area is densely built, with a mix of residential streets, small businesses and several green spaces. It is bordered by Schaerbeek, Ixelles, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Woluwe-Saint-Lambert and Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, and shares a boundary with the City of Brussels.

The name Etterbeek derives from a local brook, the Etterbeek, which historically flowed through the area. The locality developed from a rural village into a suburban and industrial district from the 19th century onward, with rapid growth in the 20th century and continued expansion after World War II.

As a municipality of the Brussels-Capital Region, Etterbeek has a mayor and a city council elected by residents. The Brussels region is officially bilingual, with services offered in French and Dutch. The population is diverse and multilingual, reflecting Brussels’ international character.

Economically, Etterbeek is mainly residential but hosts a range of local shops, offices and light industry. The commune is served by Brussels public transport, including tram and bus routes and connections to the regional metro network, providing access to the wider city and region.

Education and cultural life include several primary and secondary schools and community facilities such as libraries and sports centers. The area also features historic architecture and local parks that contribute to its urban character.