Self Storage in Belgium

Running out of space at home, moving house, or looking for somewhere to store business stock? Belgians are increasingly turning to self storage as a practical solution. The industry has been steadily expanding, and while the Belgian market is smaller than its Dutch or French neighbors, it has become an important hub with strong coverage in major cities.

So what does the Belgian landscape look like right now - and who are the main players?

Key figures for Belgium

According to The Storage Scanner, Belgium now counts 210 storage facilities, operated by around 129 different providers. For a relatively compact country, that’s a solid network, with both international chains and local businesses active in the space.

The three largest operators are:

• Lock O

• Shurgard

• Cobalt Box

Together, these companies already account for about a quarter of the national market. Dozens of smaller providers add extra choice, often with highly localized coverage.

In which cities is storage mostly available?

Self storage isn’t spread evenly across the country - most sites are found in and around the larger cities. Here’s a breakdown of the most important urban markets and their leading brands:

Brussels

Brussels has 11 providers and 16 facilities. The largest self storage providers are: Shurgard, Garde Meubles Bruxelles, and Adrien Self Storage

Antwerp

Antwerp has 10 providers and 19 facilities. The biggest players in the Antwerp market are: Cobalt Box, Shurgard, and DeRoeck Storage

Luik/Liège

Luik (Liège) offers 9 providers and 11 different facilities, with local leaders being: Lock'O, SafeStore, and BoxPlus

Charleroi

Charleroi has a total of 6 providers and 6 facilities. In Charleroi, the most well-known storage providers are: Espacebox, Ideal Déménagements, Lock'O

Gent

Gent is a little smaller, and has 4 providers and 4 facilities, with Gent Storage, Ghent Self Storage, and Safe Store Opslag being the biggest brands.

Smaller but still noteworthy markets include Aalst (2 facilities), Brugge (2), Hasselt (2), and Namen (Namur) (5) - each served by a mix of regional and local providers.

Self Storage and its Customers

For customers, this growing network comes with several advantages:

• Choice across regions – nearly 130 providers means you don’t have to rely on just one brand.

• A mix of international and local names – large chains like Shurgard bring recognition, while independents such as Adrien Self Storage, Ghent Self Storage, or DeRoeck Storage offer variety and local expertise.

• Competition on price and features – with multiple facilities in the same city, customers can often compare and pick the best value.

The challenge? Information is scattered - many smaller providers don’t have strong online visibility, making it harder to compare options.

How The Storage Scanner helps

Instead of spending hours checking individual websites, The Storage Scanner brings everything together in one place. Simply enter your city or postcode, and instantly see available storage units, compare prices, filter by size, and book directly.

Whether you’re in Brussel, Antwerpen, or Luik (Liège), you can quickly find the storage space that best fits your needs.

Bottom line

Belgium’s self storage industry may be smaller than in some neighboring countries, but with 210 facilities and 129 providers, it’s well-developed and still expanding. Major chains like Shurgard and Lock O sit alongside dozens of regional players, creating a healthy mix of options for households and businesses alike.

With platforms like The Storage Scanner, navigating this fragmented market has never been easier.

European self storage overview

Are you interested in figures about the European self storage market? Read our European market overview here.