Belgium, my home country, is one of the most peculiar countries in Europe. Common knowledge says that it is the country of beer, chocolate and waffles. Not to mention the rainy days and historic cities.
But Belgium is much more than just these stereotypes, although they are very true. This ultimate guide to Belgium contains all my experiences of living in this beautiful country and exploring the ins and outs of it!
I hope to inspire you to discover places beyond the main tourist cities and discover hidden gems with me!
Discover the most beautiful, challenging and spectacular hiking trails in Belgium!
Find out about some hidden places in Belgium even some locals don’t know!
Discover the top things to do in one of the cutest cities of Belgium!
Dutch – French
Euro
11.59 million inhabitants
Capricious weather
It is difficult to say what the best time is to visit Belgium. Honestly, each season has its own specific characteristics! Therefore, I’ll note the different characteristics of each season below.
Spring
Beautiful blossoms & flowers, calm
Beautiful blossoms & flowers, calm
Summer
Sunny days and nice temperatures
High-season, a lot of tourists
Autumn/Fall
Beautiful colours and nice hiking possibilities, calm
Can be very rainy
Winter
Cosy Christmas markets, occasionally snow
Can be very rainy
Still in doubt to visit during the cosy winter season? Take a look at all the winter activities in Belgium!
Many people who visit Belgium come by plane and do not have a car at their disposal. If you have a car, that’s amazing! The possibilities are endless!
If you don’t have a car, don’t worry, there are still plenty of places you can visit by public transport, whether it is by train or bus!
Especially for you, I have listed all the places within Belgium that you can reach by train!
The Belgium Hotspots Map helps you find all the hidden gems in Belgium, without hours of searching. In this interactive map, I take great pleasure in showing you all my favourite spots. Think of hiking tips, castles, breweries, abbeys, restaurants and much more!
You might still be wondering what this tiny country is all about because Belgium is hard to grasp with a few travel guides.
If you’d like to know more about what the country stands for, its peculiarities and a bit of history, then don’t hesitate to take a look at this post about what Belgium is famous for!
What to expect? Monthly insider tips to hidden gems & must-see places in Belgium! Be the first to hear about exciting locations & experiences!
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