The 711st planting of the Meyboom took place today in Brussels
Today, shortly before 17h, the 711st Meyboom tree was planted in Brussels amid cheers from the crowd.
A very old tradition dating back to the Middle Ages (1213) is celebrated every year in Brussels on 9 August with the planting of a tree of joy, the “Meyboom”, in the Marais district. It is a popular festival that attracts thousands of people.
Since 1308, the Compagnons de Saint-Laurent have had the privilege of planting the Meyboom on August 9.
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