Works in progress

Works rue de la Régence/Regentschapsstraat and tram stops Petit Sablon/Kleine Zavel

Updating facilities for an improved and safer mobility

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The tram tracks on rue de la Régence/Regentschapsstraat had reached their limit and were replaced. This was part of an ongoing upgrade of the public transport network to provide an ever more reliable and efficient service. The new equipment also helped reduce the vibrations generated by passing trams, thereby improving passenger comfort. The project covered the entire length of rue de la Régence/Regentschapsstraat, between place Poelaert/Poelaertplein and place Royale/Koningsplein.

Good news for travelers!

Starting Monday, December 22, tram lines 92 and 93 will resume their usual route and run through rue de la Régence/Regentschapstraat. Only the Petit Sablon/Kleine Zavel stop towards Poelaert will not be served.

Planning

The end of the installation of the rails is planned for Friday 19 December: tram 92 and 93 run normally again as from Monday 22 December.

Beginning January 2026, the renovation of the stop Petit Sablon/Kleine Zavel located in front of the church starts and will take approximately 2 months (if the weather conditions are favourable).

During the works, all access points remain open to le Sablon/Zavel!

Archaeological excavations

The works on rue de la Régence/Regentschapstraat have led to the discovery of historical remains near the Church of the Sablon, including over 30 graves dating back to the Middle Ages. The excavations have revealed the presence of an old cemetery connected to the Saint John’s Hospital. This offers a unique opportunity to learn more about the history of our city.

 

Petit Sablon/Kleine Zavel stops

All-new Petit Sablon/Kleine Zavel stops for greater passenger safety and comfort

The total redevelopment of the stops serves three purposes: to improve passenger safety and comfort, and ensure access to trams for people with reduced mobility. The new platforms will be raised and accessible directly from the trams. This will mean no more dangerous crossings, while ensuring access for people with reduced mobility and pushchairs. Cyclists will also benefit from a safer experience thanks to the installation of an off-road cycle lane behind the stops.

A project in tune with the neighbourhood's heritage

The iconic historical setting of rue de la Régence/Regentschapsstraat deserved special attention. The project has been designed to blend harmoniously with the area's heritage. The chosen materials, such as blue stone paving slabs and granite stones, echo the area's visual identity, while meeting modern standards of quality and durability.

All-new Petit Sablon/Kleine Zavel stops for greater passenger safety and comfort

The total redevelopment of the stops serves three purposes: to improve passenger safety and comfort, and ensure access to trams for people with reduced mobility.

Accessibility maintained during the works

The works have been scheduled with two priorities in mind:

  • Limiting the disruption to local residents and users: the works will be carried out in several sections, from place Poelaert/Poelaertplein to place Royale/Koningsplein.
  • Ensuring continued easy access to the Grand Sablon/Grote Zavel:  Traffic (in one or both directions) will be maintained at all times in rue de la Régence/Regentschapsstraat. 

You can find all the traffic plans in 'Downloads' (only in french and dutch).

Downloads (only in french and dutch)

Specific measures required to maintain traffic flow in rue de la Régence/Regentschapsstraat.

These will apply only to the section affected by the works.

  • Pavements will be temporarily narrowed but kept at a minimum width of 2 metres.
  • Parking and stopping will be restricted depending on the phase of the works.
  • One lane of traffic (usually on the even-numbered side) will be closed to all traffic, including for local residents.

Stay informed

Do you live or work around the work site? STIB-MIVB has set up various information channels:

Vivaqua contact:
For specific questions about the works carried out by Vivaqua, contact info.chantiers@vivaqua.be or 02 518 85 24

Public transport

For more information, the STIB-MIVB mobile application, Floya, at 02/5638917 or the stops concerned.

Contact

Our documents are unfortunately not accessible. Are you blind or visually impaired and would like more information about this construction site? Contact us via the contact form.

Impacted lines

Redevelopment of place Royale/Koningsplein