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Travel in Belgium?
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Travel in Belgium?

Belgium has a lot to offer: from outdoor activities in the beautiful Belgian Ardennes to great city trips in medieval towns such as Ghent and Bruges. The world port city of Antwerp and Brussels as the ‘Capital of Europe’ also have interesting museums, cozy cafes, terraces, restaurants and beautiful historic buildings. A road trip through the countryside is also worthwhile, with an overnight stay in one of the many castles. Liège waffle, Belgian fries and Belgian specialty beer complete the picture.
You never get enough to enjoy outdoor activities such as mountain biking and canoeing in the beautiful Belgian Ardennes!
Admire (with many other tourists) Manneke Pis in the center of Brussels.
Sail through the medieval canals in Ghent
Visit the ‘Musee de la Bataille des Ardennes’ in La Roche-en-Ardennes, where the Ardennes offensive in the Second World War is depicted in an impressive way. Wander through the medieval streets and alleys of Bruges (like an open-air museum).
Bruges is famous for its historic centre and is also a good shopping and walking city, because cars are prohibited in most of the centre.
A long weekend of relaxation in Ghent is definitely recommended. This Flemish city in the northwest of Belgium exudes a medieval atmosphere and has a lively student life.
Antwerp is a diamond city, so a visit to the diamond museum is a must. Antwerp is also one of the largest port cities in Europe with a large harbour on the Scheldt. The Jewish quarter is also nice, where you can eat delicious kosher food.
La Roche-en-Ardennes: Very pleasant place in the heart of the Belgian Ardennes. Good base for outdoor activities in the area and famous for its smoked ham.
Brussels: This bilingual city (half French, half Flemish) has a number of world-famous sights with the Atomium and Manneke Pis. But also the Grote Markt with its many terraces and impressive buildings is absolutely worth it. Brussels is also seen as the ‘Capital of Europe’ because the European Parliament and the European Commission (worth a visit!) are located here.
Be prepared: in every (large) city you have to watch out for pickpockets. Especially in busy tourist places.