The iconic Mini-Europe park in Brussels, one of the most important tourist attractions celebrating Europe’s cultural and historical heritage, is expanding its collection with two new miniatures from Poland. Starting today (25 March 2025), visitors can admire the Palace on the Isle and the Frédéric Chopin Monument, both located in Warsaw’s Łazienki Królewskie (Royal Baths Park). The expansion of the Polish section in Mini-Europe is a joint initiative of the Embassy of Poland in Belgium, the Polish Tourism Organisation and Mini-Europe. The project was carried out in collaboration with the Mazowieckie Voivodeship, the City of Warsaw, the Royal Baths Museum and LOT Polish Airlines. The models were designed by Polish architect Jan Gottwald.

Every year, Mini-Europe attracts over 400,000 tourists, offering them miniature versions of Europe’s most famous landmarks. With these new additions representing Warsaw, Poland is strengthening its presence in one of Brussels' most renowned theme parks, which celebrates the unity and diversity of European heritage. This project takes on special significance in the context of Poland's presidency of the Council of the European Union, emphasising its commitment to building Europe’s shared history and culture.

Tribute to Polish Cultural Icons

Łazienki Królewskie was designed at the initiative of King Stanisław August Poniatowski as a realisation of his vision of an ideal Enlightenment-era state. For centuries, the park has been known as "the happiest place in Warsaw" – a space filled with history, art, and nature. The Palace on the Isle is considered a masterpiece of Polish Neoclassicism.

Meanwhile, the Frédéric Chopin Monument pays tribute to Poland’s most famous composer. For over 65 years, free open-air concerts have been held beneath the monument in Łazienki Królewskie, attracting music lovers from around the world. In Mini-Europe, visitors will experience a recreation of these summer concerts, complete with a sound installation playing Chopin’s compositions.

Grand Opening Ceremony

The official opening ceremony for the new miniatures took place on 25 March 2025, and was hosted by Katarzyna Skórzyńska, Chargée d'Affaires a.i. of Poland in the Kingdom of Belgium, Dominika Szulc, Director of the Brussels Office of the Polish Tourism Organisation and Vinciane Meeus, Managing Director of Mini-Europe.

The event was attended by distinguished guests, including:

• Philippe Close, Mayor of Brussels
• Małgorzata Wilk-Grzywna, Vice President of the Polish Tourism Organisation
• Maciej Fijałkowski, Secretary of the Capital City of Warsaw

“We are thrilled that the stunning landmarks of Warsaw will offer the visitors of Mini-Europe a deeper insight into the rich heritage of Poland’s capital. We also hope that the elegance of the Palace on the Isle and the captivating works of Frédéric Chopin will encourage people to take an interest in Poland as a tourist destination,” said Małgorzata Wilk-Grzywna, Vice President of the Polish Tourism Organisation.

The event is supported by the Mazowieckie Voivodeship, Poland’s capital region and the birthplace of Frédéric Chopin.

Polish Weekend at Mini-Europe

To celebrate the richness of Polish culture, Mini-Europe will host a Polish Weekend on 26-27 April 2025, where visitors can:
✔ Taste traditional Polish cuisine
✔ Enjoy live artistic performances
✔ Participate in family-friendly workshops
✔ Receive a special souvenir kit introducing them to Poland’s history and culture

Additionally, the Polish Tourism Organisation and its partners are organising a contest on www.pologne.travel/fr-be, where participants can win a family trip to Warsaw and the region of Mazowsze.

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