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Iconic food and drink, culture-filled cities and pretty countryside are all on offer on holidays to Belgium.
North and south
Belgium is a country that’s seen its share of drama over the years – its placement between France, Germany and the Netherlands has led to it being a battleground in Roman, Napoleonic and 20th-century times. These days there’s only a bit of rivalry between the north and south of the country – the northern region, Flanders, speaks Flemish, while the southern area, Wallonia, has more of a French feel to it. And if you look to the east, there’s even a small area where you’ll hear the locals speak German.
Big city vibes
Stunning architecture and a UNESCO-ranked main square make Brussels a top pick for a city break. The capital has a city centre that’s full of Gothic, Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture – Brussels’ Grand Place has the best of it – while Bruges has that fairytale charm that mean a daytrip here is a must. It’s held onto much of its Medieval architecture – many of the city’s historic buildings are now home to restaurants and pretty houses. Take a cruise down one of its charming canals or stroll along the cobbled lanes. Antwerp is becoming a popular spot for art and fashion buffs, and history lovers head to once war-torn Ypres for a dose of sobering First World War reflection. But don’t sleep on Ghent – this place has loads of top sights to explore and is often overlooked by Belgium’s more classic cities.
Beer and Belgian choc
On top of the beautiful cities and sightseeing ops, Belgium is full of foodie faves. Creamy mussels – named locally as moules frites – are a staple across the country, and the loaded waffles and praline chocolates will feed your sugar fix. But wait for it… French fries (or frites) are one of the world’s best-loved foods, right? Belgium does things on a whole other level though – they’re double-fried for extra crispiness and served with all sorts of dips. When it comes to drink, it’s all about beer. Belgium’s known for its Trappist beers – these protected tipples only get the Trappist title if they’ve been brewed at one of a select few monasteries. Beer drinking is a more refined practice here, too – you’ll see lots of them served in sleek, stemmed goblets instead of pint glasses.
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