Currency
The currency in Belgium is the Euro (EUR), symbolised by €
Why Visit Belgium?
Belgium is arguably most famous for its comfort food creations and on every street corner you will discover frothy beers, delicious chocolates and crispy waffles. Characterised by quaint cobbled streets and churches that ooze grace and grandeur, Belgium's towns and cities are something from a fairytale! From Belgian’s mouth-watering gastronomy to its innovative art scene, beautiful architecture and wide selection of shops—it's no surprise that it is a popular spot for the solo traveller.
Architecture
Cuisine
City Breaks
Art Galleries
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Facts about Belgium
Time Zone
Belgium operates on Central European Time (CET) which is GMT+1 and observes Central European Summer Time (CEST) which is GMT+2 during daylight saving time.
Weather
Belgium experiences a temperate maritime climate, with average summer temperatures ranging from 18°C to 25°C and winter temperatures between 0°C and 6°C.
Things to see & do
Explore the historic Grand Place in Brussels, visit the medieval city of Bruges with its picturesque canals, and discover the artistic treasures at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts.
Local Cuisine
Enjoy moules-frites, a dish of mussels served with crispy fries, savor carbonnade flamande, a hearty beef stew cooked in beer, and indulge in Belgian waffles, which are light, crispy, and often topped with whipped cream or fruit.
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