Korenlei and Graslei on the River Leie in Ghent's old town at dusk.

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Bruges canals, Antwerp fashion, decadent chocolate, mussels and chips, belfries and castles, crazy carnivals, Tintin and Trappist beers... how could anyone call Belgium boring?!

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Best Things to Do
There’s more to Belgium that its world-famous beer, chocolate and fries (though you shouldn’t miss any of those). Enjoy fine art, canal tours and more.
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Things to Know
Despite being one of the smallest countries in Europe, Belgium has plenty to offer every kind of traveler. Try these tips for making the most of your trip.
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Transportation
With trains, cycle paths and a panoramic tram running along the coast, getting around Belgium is a breeze. Here's all you need to know about how to do it.
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Visa Requirements
Are you dreaming of eating hot frites in Brussels or wandering Ghent’s canals? The good news is visas are easy to obtain. Here's what you need to know.
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Money and Costs
From mayonnaise-smothered fries to flea-market buys, here's how to make your euros stretch a bit further in Belgium.
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Best Road Trips
Despite its small size, Belgium is a road tripper’s dream, with distinct itineraries for nature-lovers, spa-goers, even Bonaparte-era history buffs.
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Little toddler standing on a big large elm trunk in a forest in Belgium. Child wearing safety helmet exploring the nature. Sunset in a park.

Hoge Kempen is rich in biodiversity with more than 7000 plant and animal species across 12,000 hectares

National Parks

Belgium’s best national parks and nature reserves: a short guide to its wild side

Jun 4, 2022 • 7 Min read

Belgium’s wild places are the perfect counterpoint to its historic attractions. Don't miss these amazing national parks and nature reserves.

Food and Drink
A beginner's guide to Belgian beer
Jun 2, 2022 • 8 Min read
In Belgium, beer rules – no other country boasts a brewing tradition more richly diverse. Here's our beginner's guide to the wide world of Belgian brews.
Budget Travel
Belgium on a budget: cheap frites, free museums and 8 other ways to save
May 31, 2022 • 6 Min read
From mayonnaise-smothered fries to flea-market buys, here's how to make your euros stretch a bit further in Belgium.
Destination Practicalities
Getting around in Belgium: short journeys with heaps to see (and it's easy, affordable, and quick)
May 29, 2022 • 6 Min read
With trains, cycle paths and a panoramic tram running along the coast, getting around Belgium is a breeze. Here's all you need to know about how to do it.
Art and Culture
The 15 best things to do in Belgium, from chocolate to comics to castles
May 26, 2022 • 10 Min read
There’s more to Belgium that its world-famous beer, chocolate and fries (though you shouldn’t miss any of those). Enjoy fine art, canal tours and more.
Festivals & Events
The best times to visit Belgium for festivals, fun and tripel beer
May 23, 2022 • 7 Min read
With a rich history of art and architecture, great food and drink, and fun festivals, Belgium can be enjoyed in any season. Here are the top times to come.
Tips & Advice
15 things you need to know about Belgium for a perfect trip
May 21, 2022 • 6 Min read
Despite being one of the smallest countries in Europe, Belgium has plenty to offer every kind of traveler. Try these tips for making the most of your trip.
Hiking
The 5 best walks in Belgium: historical hikes, coastal circuits, and the fabled Grande Randonnée 56
May 18, 2022 • 8 Min read
he scenic walking paths of Belgium take you from dune-covered coastline to misty heathlands and through dense forests. These are the best.
Tips & Advice
Do I need a visa to travel to Belgium?
May 15, 2022 • 4 Min read
Are you dreaming of eating hot frites in Brussels or wandering Ghent’s canals? The good news is visas are easy to obtain. Here's what you need to know.
Tips & Advice
The 8 best places to visit in Belgium
May 13, 2022 • 9 Min read
From accessible nature breaks to delicacies like fries and chocolate, medieval towns to trendsetting art scenes, there's something for everyone in Belgium.