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Belgium

Belgium belongs to Europe. The capital city is Brussels.

CapitalBrussels
LanguageGerman, French
Currencyeuro
Population11.8M

Key Facts

RegionWestern Europe
GovernmentFederal parliamentary monarchy
Independence1830
Area30,528 km2
Population density384/km2
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Calling code+32
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.937
Safety index
61.0
Internet access
93%
Life expectancy
82.3

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Signal de Botrange694 m
Baraque Michel674 m
Weisser Stein671 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity55%
  • No religion38%
  • Islam5%
  • Other2%

Why Visit

BrugesA perfectly preserved medieval canal city nicknamed the Venice of the North.
Chocolate and BeerHome to over 1,500 beer varieties and some of the world's finest chocolatiers.
BrusselsEU capital with Art Nouveau architecture, Grand Place UNESCO and Atomium.
Ghent Old TownCar-free medieval centre with Gravensteen castle and vibrant food scene.
ArdennesRolling forests and river valleys ideal for hiking and cycling.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Brussels
1.2M
Antwerp
536k
Ghent
267k

Climate Overview

4CJan avg.
19CJul avg.
800 mmYearly rainfall
Oceanic / TemperateClimate

Other Quick Info

Currencyeuro
Official languageGerman, French
National day21 July
Electricity230V, Type C/F