Pannenhuis is one of the 69 stations on the Brussels metro. Located on line 6, it is undoubtedly the most futuristic, but also the most photogenic.
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Description
Located between Belgica and Bockstael stations, Pannenhuis station stands out for its unique decor, featuring orange stainless steel ovals, circles, and cones. This color, combined with white, is also found in the mosaics on the walls opposite the platforms.
On the escalators, passengers can enjoy the striking contrasts created by the skylights dotted across the ceiling. This unique architecture attracts photographers and has earned Pannenhuis station the reputation of being “the most Instagrammable station in the capital.”
Origin of the name Pannenhuis
The Pannenhuis station on line six, which opened on October 6, 1982, celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2022.
However, the origin of its name often arouses curiosity. Contrary to what one might think, it is not inspired by a war general or a significant historical event in Brussels. In fact, “Pannenhuis” refers to a historic inn called “l’Ancien Pannen-Huis,” located in Esseghem in the 17th century, which witnessed many important events. According to legend, personalities such as Leopold I, Napoleon, and even the founders of the underground newspaper “Faux Soir” stayed there.
