Brussels and snowy surroundings

As many people across Europe returned to work and school this week following the festive season, a sharp cold snap swept across the continent, bringing snow and ice to several regions. The sudden winter weather caused widespread disruption, with hazardous road conditions, stranded travellers, and numerous train and flight cancellations reported throughout the week.

This image, captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission on 6 January 2026, shows Brussels and snowy surroundings in Belgium. The city’s dense urban centre contrasts sharply with the lighter tones of snow-covered parks, residential neighbourhoods and nearby rural landscapes, while major transport corridors remain visible beneath the wintry cover. Brussels airport, in the top right of the image, can be seen surrounded by snow, for example.

Also see a similar capture of snow-covered Amsterdam in the Netherlands acquired by Sentinel-2 on the same day.

Such satellite observations provide valuable insights into the extent of snowfall and its potential impacts.