Belgium: Farmers holding go-slow protests and rallies in Brussels March 26

Unionized farmers are rallying in Brussels on March 26. Multiple agricultural vehicles arrived in Brussels before a go-slow demonstration set to commence at 10:30 from Rue de la Loi. A rally is also taking place in Place du Luxembourg. Authorities have closed multiple roads in the city center, including Rue de la Loi between Schuman Roundabout and the Brussels Ring Road, Reyers Tunnel, and Cinquantenaire Tunnel. Significant congestion is likely in downtown Brussels, particularly near the European Parliament and throughout the Leopold Quarter. Several entrances to the Maelbeek and Schuman Metro stations are blocked by agricultural vehicles. Disruptions are also likely on major roads and highways around Brussels as agricultural vehicles enter and depart the city, including the E40, R0, N2, N3, and R21. The Arts-Loi intersection and the Brussels Ring Road could also be closed to traffic at certain times throughout the day. Police advise against traveling to Brussels by car on March 26.

Tight security measures are likely in central Brussels and on roads approaching the city center. The protests and related security measures will likely cause severe delays on the affected highways and consequent congestion on nearby diversions. Farmers' unions and associations likely intend to hold further protests in and near Brussels on March 26 but typically refrain from releasing specific details, likely to maximize disruption. The actions are likely to proceed peacefully.