The Neighbourhood
From Old Molenbeek, all you have to do, like the Green Dog, is cross the canal to reach the lively districts of Sainte-Catherine, Dansaert and Bourse.
The Legend of the Green Dog
Legend has it that in the 17th century an architect was commissioned to build a bridge and a lock in the valley of the Senne, between the gates of Flanders and Ninove, at a place called the "Green Dog". But the ground was so shifty and marshy that, despite all the ingenuity of the architect, the work had to be stopped. Everything he owned was lost in the process.
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The architect then made a pact with the Devil: in exchange for half a million guilders, the architect agreed that in ten years the Devil would return to take him away. The ten years passed quickly and on the fatal evening when the Devil was to come and take him away, the architect organised a meal, one of whose guests was none other than the canon of Saint Gudula, Jan Van Nuffel.
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The Devil appeared, holding in his hand the pact signed by the architect, and said simply: "I am coming to take you". The old canon intervened and said: "Be so kind, Mr. Beelzebub, as to give my friend a little respite, while you count the grains of millet in this glass". What the Devil did not know was that the grains had been dipped in holy water. As soon as Beelzebub touched the blessed grains, he let out a loud cry of pain before fleeing, in the form of a green dog, towards the neighbourhood where our room is located.
Old Molenbeek
Old Molenbeek, THE up-and-coming district of Brussels, is home to a very diverse urban, cultural and social heritage. With its industrial past, its canal and its many attractions, this colourful district is sure to appeal to you.
The City Center
We are within 5 minutes walking distance of the lively districts of Sainte-Catherine, Dansaert and Bourse, with their trendy bars, restaurants and shops.
We will be happy to advise you on how to make the most of your stay and how to get off the beaten track.
