The redevelopment aims to transform the North District into a vibrant, sustainable neighborhood that seamlessly integrates living, working, and social spaces.

Despite funding challenges affecting the Senne river project, Brussels-City is moving forward with the redevelopment of Maximilien Park, including relocating the children’s farm and improving green spaces.

Brussels is undertaking a comprehensive redevelopment of its canal district, focusing on enhancing public spaces like Place Sainctelette and Maximilien Park, along with adding new features such as a petting farm.

The northern section of Place Sainctelette is set to open to the public in December 2025, with the overall redevelopment expected to continue until mid-2027.

A new, more accessible petting farm will serve as an educational center about the environment and ecology, with work scheduled to begin next year after securing a contractor.

A significant 37-meter-long, 95-tonne bridge has been installed on the northern part of Place Sainctelette, enhancing traffic flow and creating dedicated lanes for trams, cyclists, and pedestrians.