Location: Gosselies
Top Things to do in Gosselies
What to do and see in Gosselies, Belgium: The Best Places and Tips
Gosselies is a section of the Belgian town of Charleroi within the Walloon region in the Province of Hainaut. Located in the north of Charleroi, it was a municipality of its own before the merger of the municipalities in 1977. Gosselies is the home of the headquarters of Caterpillar Belgium, as well as Solar Turbines Europe. The Brussels South Charleroi Airport (BSCA) is located in Gosselies too.
Restaurants in Gosselies
1. European Flight Simulator
Overall Ratings
5 based on 341 reviews
Fly a real Boeing 737 simulator. European Flight Simulator is an adventure for everybody, even if you have no experience at all. You'll have the opportunity to live an unique and unforgettable experience. After 30 minutes of briefing, you'll take place in the simulator, with a professional pilot by your side to assist you during the flight.
Reviewed By Yvan D
After a 30 minutes briefing to learn the basics of flying, you take place in a "real" cockpit, ready for your first take-off. The instructor is helping you with the secondary commands, give you the right tips to take off, and a bunch of instructions during the flight. After a first landing, I made a second take-off and after a few minutes flight, a barrel (all the alarms of the plane were beeping ! ), followed by another approach of Brussel International. This was really nice ! The instructors are really helping, and giving good advices.
One negative point is the video they suggest you to buy 25€. I bought it and i'm disappointed, as the quality is not that good and you get better view plan from inside the plane (if you have a passenger with you in the plane)
2. Le Bois du Cazier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 307 reviews
UNESCO World HeritageTo the South of Charleroi (Belgium), the Bois du Cazier has become a place of life and meetings set against a background of industrial heritage. Situated in the hollow of a setting of greenery, this architectural whole, crowned by two head frames, is encircled by three slagheaps which are ideal places for walks.Scene of a terrible mining disaster, the Bois du Cazier is a mmuseum route devoted to coal, steel and glass includes three sites: the 8th August area, the Industry Museum and the Glass Museum.
Reviewed By stephenfin - Limerick, Ireland
We had some time to kill while waiting for a connecting from the airport (CRL) and this was one of the few attractions in the area (not to mention one open on a Sunday). We spent approximately three hours here and enjoyed the experience.
We traveled from the airport using the bus to Charleroi South train station (stop to the extreme left as you exit the airport), and then got a taxi to the museum (were we doing this again, we would have got a taxi straight there). The drive itself isn't fantastic - Charleroi isn't renowned for it's beauty or wealth - but it was quick.
The museum itself is modern and beautiful. It actually consists of three museums: a museum on the industrial age machinery, a museum on glassworks and a museum on the Bois du Cazier mining accident. Each of these museums had numerous permanent exhibits. None of these exhibits will blow you away, but combined they are interesting enough to hold your attention for a few hours. The giant mine elevator shafts are also a great sight on a good day.
The industrial age machinery and mining accident parts of the museum provided info placards in Dutch, French and English (sadly the glassworks museum only provided Dutch and French). In addition, it is possible to get an audio guide for 1€ that provides some context about the museum and site. This audio guide provided in a conversational style (two people talking, with one supposed to be a former miner). I wasn't a fan of this and stopped using it after some time but other people may enjoy it.
Outside of the exhibits, the museum also provides a cafe and the obligatory gift shop. Once again, neither of these will stun you but you may pick up the odd interesting trinket.
The museum is not by itself a reason to visit Charleroi (there aren't many, it seems). However, as the title suggests it is a great option should you be killing time during a layover in Charleroi Airport (or Brussels South, as Ryanair like to refer to it). It is well enough run, sufficiently interesting and (most importantly?) close enough to the airport to warrant a visit.
3. Laser Game Evolution Charleroi
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Justine26121992
Nous revenons tout juste de la et c'était super rapport qualité prix génial tellement bien que ont a fait des partie en plus que prévu je le recommande et j'y retournerais très vite et avec tout mes amis
4. Musee de la Photographie
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4.5 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By Nicole N - Brussels, Belgium
We came here to see the Stephan Vanfleteren exhibition which was beautiful.
In fact this is the second time I come to photography museum and come away pleased. They always have great Exhibitions and the fact that this building used to be a cloister add to the museum's charm.
5. Comedie Centrale de Charleroi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By WhiskySocietyClub - Liege, Belgium
Cette critique concerne plus le restaurant du Comédie Centrale que le Théâtre lui-même...
Ma compagne est comédienne et bien entendu, elle a beaucoup d’amis, d’amies, de collègues, de connaissances qui partagent sa passion. Nous allons, dès lors, voir plus que régulièrement des spectacles de théâtre. Début du mois, rendez-vous est pris au Comédie Centrale de Charleroi. On m’a venté la qualité de la table, de sa cuisine et de la bonne humeur ambiante, c’est le moment, c’est l’instant, une table pour deux couverts est réservée.
Le restaurant est bondé, c’est déjà très bon signe… On nous installe à une table de deux, suffisamment spacieuse, j’aime ça, et éloignée des autres tables, et c’est mieux encore. D’emblée, une Wodka Martini pour préparer le terrain, elle arrive, elle est royale, je me régale ! Un bourgogne blanc pour Carine… ce sera un Pouilly Fumé, qui, ma fois, s’avère être de très bonne facture, et ce, pour un prix tout à fait honnête. Nous nous laissons tenter par les menus artistes 3 services, dont le prix est plus qu’abordable. Je m’abandonne à mes sempiternelles côtes d’agneau qui s’avère être délicieuses, dommage que ce ne soit pas une couronne, c’eut été parfait !
Je vous recommande le lieu, que vous y alliez pour voir un spectacle ou non. Félicitations à la patronne aux fourneaux et à l’escouade de jeunes filles très dynamiques, autant que professionnelles, qui assurent un service impeccable avec le sourire constamment aux lèvres. Ladies, bravo !
Si cette critique vous a aidé, merci de [Liker]
6. Church of St. Christopher
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Robert S - Zagreb, Croatia
Located on main square, this Baroque looking church will surprise you mostly by it's modern interior. It has been renovated couple of times through history giving it rather unique look. It's interior differs quite a lot from most of other baroque churches, being quite dark and with grey concrete walls, with spectacular gold mosaic behind choir.
7. Centre commerciale Rive Gauche
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 62 reviews
8. BPS22 Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
The BPS22 is the Province of Hainaut's art museum, located in an ancient industrial hall built in iron and glass, dating back to 1911. The Museum hosts an exciting exhibition programme focusing on social issues, together with its own art collection and various works from the Province of Hainaut, of which it is the depository.
Reviewed By Alison G
Looked very nice from the outside! Unfortunately today for some unknown reason they decided they didn't want visitors(no notice on the door to explain why and opening hours clearly state 1100-1900hrs on both website and doors).. Main glass doors locked at 11am, had a little wander around Charleroi and back again around 12:30 still the same(although bizarrely there appeared to be people inside on the lower levels?).. Might be worth contacting directly before planning a trip to ensure you won't be disappointed as I certainly was.
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