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Saturday, 7 August 2021

Country Guide: Belgium

Name: Belgium (in Dutch: België, in French: Belgique, in German: Belgien)

Continent: Europe

Capital (and Largest) City: Brussels (in French: Bruxelles, in Dutch: Brussel)

Languages: Dutch (Flemish), French and German

Currency: Euro

Drives on the: Right

Time Zone: Central European Time

Adaptor Types: Type C, Type E and Type F

Description: Belgium is a small country in western Europe, bordering the Netherlands, France, Luxembourg and Germany. Its capital city Brussels is known as one of the capitals of the European Union (along with Strasbourg and Luxembourg), and the country as a whole is famous for its chocolate, beer, and picturesque towns and cities.

Why You Should Visit: Personally I've only been to Bruges (plus the train station in Brussels!), but it was one of the most memorable cities I've ever been to, thanks to its canals, beautiful architecture and entertaining museums. I would love to go back there in the future, and also visit other cities in Belgium.

Fun Fact: French fries were actually invented in Belgium!


My Blogposts About Belgium

Charlotte's Travel Adventures

My Gap Year 2014-2015 (Plus Gap Year Tips) (Bruges)

Travel Tips: My Top Ten Fairytale Destinations (Bruges)

A Christmassy Trip to Bruges





















Clockwise starting from top left: Markt (Market Square), the Béguinage, an old bridge over a canal, the City Hall, and a canal (all located in Bruges)

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