The Brussels Metro is a rapid transit system serving the capital of Belgium. Four lines (1, 2, 5, and 6) and 61 stations cover a wide area of the Brussels- Capital Region. Most of the stations are underground, except some stations on lines M5 and M6. The Brussels Metro system also includes three premetro lines which consists of three tram lines. Metro system began operation in September 1976
For ticket purchasing there are several options from where to choose (MOBIB Basic, MOBIB, Contactless tickets). The metro is operated by STIB/MIVB