About Brussels Time
Brussels, the capital of Belgium, follows Central European Time (CET) in winter and Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer. As a member of the European Union, it observes daylight saving time, shifting from UTC+1 to UTC+2. DST begins on the last Sunday of March and concludes on the last Sunday of October each year.
🌍 Timezone
Europe/Brussels
Winter: CET (UTC+1)
Summer: CEST (UTC+2)
☀️ Daylight Saving
DST starts last Sunday in March
DST ends last Sunday in October
Clocks change by one hour
📍 Location
Latitude: 50.8503° N
Longitude: 4.3517° E
Capital of Belgium
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Time in Brussels vs Major Cities
As the de facto capital of the European Union, Brussels shares its timezone with key European cities like Paris, Berlin, and Amsterdam.
Same Time As
Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Madrid, Rome, Vienna
Time Differences
London: +1 hour
New York: +6 hours
Dubai: -2 hours (Summer) / -3 hours (Winter)
Tokyo: -7 hours (Summer) / -8 hours (Winter)
Sydney: -8 hours (Summer) / -10 hours (Winter)
Practical Time Information
Knowing the time in Brussels is essential for anyone dealing with European politics, international business, or tourism. The city is home to major EU institutions and NATO headquarters, making it a global center for diplomacy. Business hours typically run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
For visitors, most museums and attractions are open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Shops usually close around 6:00 or 7:00 PM, though restaurants and bars in areas like the Grand-Place stay open much later, reflecting the city's vibrant international culture.
Time in Major Cities
Compare Brussels time with major cities around the world. All times are synchronized and updated in real-time.