Best Places in Belgium

As small as this Western European country may be, it is full of contrasts. Belgium manages the balancing act of skillfully combining past and present: from countless castles and medieval bell towers to innovative art museums and hip café-restaurants. The streets are filled with the aroma of fresh waffles and you can marvel at pralines made from the finest Belgian chocolate in the shop windows. Moules frites, the country’s national dish, are steaming on the plates: mussels with French fries.
If you have had enough of the culinary delights, world-famous museums and art galleries, you can discover numerous castles and explore impressive caves in the valleys. The inviting hilly landscape offers a variety of activities, so you will certainly not be bored during your vacation. The pretty villages are also home to a wealth of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Experience the international capital of Brussels with everything to delight culture vultures or take a trip to romantic Bruges, affectionately known as the “Venice of the North”. Those who love beach vacations should not miss the sandy beaches in the north of the country, while active vacationers are in good hands in the south. #belgium #bestplaces

Introduction Best Places in Belgium 0:00
24. Liège 2:53
23. Mechelen 6:12
22. Antwerp 9:26
21. Ghent 12:41
20. Namur 16:19
19. Ostend 18:16
18. Brussels 20:52
17. Waterloo 24:22
16. Tournai 26:20
15. Aalst 29:02
14. Dinant 30:59
13. Leuven 33:41
12. Kortrijk 36:45
11. Lier 38:47
10. Mons 40:44
9. Diksmuide 43:21
8. Ypres 45:18
7. Durbuy 47:22
6. Hallerbos 49:36
5. High Fens 51:34
4. Han-sur-Lesse 53:32
3. Hoge Kempen National Park 55:31
2. Ardennes 57:42
1. Bruges 1:01:31

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Venice of the north those who love Beach vacations should not miss the sandy beaches in the north of the country while active vacationers are in good hands in the [Music] South if you like this video please support the travel Al channnel with a like comment or a subscription thank you [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] Li is the cultural center of the Belgian region of wona this is also demonstrated by the numerous museums the Opera the theater and other cultural institutions as one of the oldest industrial areas in Europe it extends beyond the city limits in the MS Valley liage the birthplace of Charlamagne has also been the capital of a prince bishopi since the 10th Century this bishopi was an independent state for eight centuries thanks to the organization of the guilds the people of Li played an important role alongside the nobility and the clergy and Li has been endowed with Urban Liberties since the 11th century it was also in the 11th century that liage was given the name Athens of the north because of its Prestige and the Charisma of its ecclesiastical schools there are some beautiful churches to visit in and around liage the former Collegiate Church of St Bellamy was built outside the city walls with its two twin towers built in the style of the reinland it is a typical example of the ottonian style this church is rightly described as one of the seven wonders of Belgium other sites include the prince Bishop’s Palace the University Building from 1962 and the hotel theil the town hall from the 18th century [Music] [Music] we you me over now we you me I [Music] right call [Music] [Music] the Flemish city of mecan is something like a large open air museum as there are 300 historical buildings in the Belgian City including eight churches alone as the historic City Center is small all the sites can be easily explored on foot but mecan is not only known for its magnificent Renaissance buildings it also brews excellent beer the routz tower greets visitors from AF far the 97 M high tower is mean’s landmark and also the best viewing Tower with a view over the entire city away from the city the beage is a place of Tranquility built at the time of the Crusades the beage was a small town for single women and widows which can still be visited today the quiet Alleyways are ideal for a short stroll if you want to enjoy a good beer in a cozy atmosphere you can do so in head anchor Brewery the brewery was founded in 1339 and became famous far beyond the borders of mecan for its Howen carolus beer the dark beer was the favorite drink of Emperor Charles I and visitors to the brewery can still taste it today mechelin is not only known for its beer but also for its unique coron one of these coron is located in the rombouts tower the other is in the tower of the Hof van bus lien each of the coron has 49 Bells which are rang every Saturday and Monday at 11:30 and on Sunday at 1500 hours [Music] w [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] antor is said to have a special rugged charm the centuries Old Port City in Belgium is one of the most attractive cities in the whole of Europe and offers its guests a multitude of sites and places worth seeing the center of the global Diamond trade and has been for several hundred years fascinates many visitors those interested in culture as well as families with children or young fashionistas will find worthwhile destinations in the capital of the province of the same name from the Ruben’s house to the Grand place and the fashion Museum the Central Square in Antwerp is the Grand Place in the middle of the historic old town and very close to the harbor the town hall and various Renaissance Guild houses from the 16th and 17th centuries surround the large Square the brabu fountain in front of the town hall is a bronze sculpture by sculptor Jeff Lambo depicting the legend of antp the gothic Cathedral of our lady was completed in the 16th century with construction having begun in 1352 it is one of the most important examples of bravent architecture its tower has been a UNESCO world’s heritage site since 1999 four paintings by Peter Paul Rubin can be found in the cathedral the history of antp City Castle dates back to the 12th century and is considered the oldest building in the city originally the castle was part of the city’s fortifications [Music] [Music] [Music] gent a city with around 250,000 inhabitants is located in the Belgian province of East Flanders gent is not only the capital of the province but also of the so-called arandi Moore gent is best known for its cloth trade which flourished here in the Middle Ages gent earned the title The Proud City because it fought for urban Freedom another title is city of flowers as it is located in an extensive area with flower and plant nurseries Celtic settlements at the Confluence of the skelt and Lee rivers formed the basis for the present day City in the Middle Ages the cloth trade made it an important trading center and one of the largest cities in Europe at the time the guild houses look beautiful and a view of the cathedral and the City from the belfrey is highly recommended the oldest hotel in Europe is the St Uris Hoff and you can get a Venice feeling on the canals of gent which you can also Sail on a sightseeing boat the city is not only very interesting during the day but also at night the city center is illuminated by an illumination concept [Music] oh [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] the Belgian actor benoir P said of no more you can’t tell the world how well we live here otherwise everyone will come and want to settle here if you’re curious to find out what makes the city of neore at the Confluence of the Ms and SRA Rivers so special then you’ve come to the right place the medieval Citadel Rises gently yet majestically above the old town of namore making it a must seed during your visit to neore from here you have a fantastic view over the Ms and sambra river valleys as well as over the city of neore itself neore the capital of wallonia cherishes statues and statuary you will find mind typical well-preserved districts here there is a real respect for the historical Heritage their roots in fact neore invites you to take a long walk through its historic districts which you will see more and more interspersed with modern architecture all this at the foot of the Fortress of the centuries the famous Citadel of namore interestingly modern namore has managed to preserve this Jewel while at the same time making the leap into the Modern Age this is precisely what makes no more what it is today a certain attitude to life a kind of Dolce Vita from the Arden can be felt here without intrusiveness without excess [Music] the city of aand is the largest along the Belgian North Sea Coast and is the center of the entire region in aand visitors and vacationers can find everything they need and are also right on the Beach whether it’s a boat trip across the Belgian North Sea with a wonderful view of Midel kirka breedan and other Excursion destinations or a walk along the large and wide prominade ostend is a special City that offers a lot especially in the summertime the traditional fish market in aand is open almost every day and offers freshly caught fish typical North sea fish in particular such as place but also salmon and other types of fish muscles and crabs are on sale The Fish Market opens early in the morning but still offers some fish in the early afternoon around 2: to 4:00 p.m. directly in front of the large Market there are many smaller stalls where you can buy Fresh Sandwiches and other fish-based dishes such as fish soup The Pedestrian Zone in ostend invites you to feast and store many stores offer fashion and Belgian culinary Delicacies chocolate and praline stores of which there are several in aand are particularly popular there are plenty of good stores near the prominade right at the start of Austen’s pedestrian Zone [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] if you want to explore Brussels the best place to start is the Grand Place one of the most beautiful squares in Europe and the center of Brussels from there it’s just a few minutes walk to the hotel Dil the city’s 15th century Town Hall whose 96 M high tower is also the capital’s Landmark another highlight of the city is the mighty white San Michelle cathedral which you should definitely visit built in 1225 the church is now one of the most beautiful sacred buildings in Europe the montz Arts is also always worth a visit as it is home to many art galleries as well as the city’s most important museums eating out is a special experience in Brussels take a leisurely stroll through rud de bushe affectionately known as the belly of Brussels in the picturesque medieval Alleyways you will find a cafe or restaurant in almost every building from simple snacks to Michelin starred restaurants you will find all of Belgium’s culinary Delights here the world famous pralines and chocolates made in Brussels are a great souvenir of a visit to the city the Royal Palace is also one of the famous sites in Brussels the palace is one of the largest palaces in Europe and is perhaps also one of the most beautiful [Music] la [Music] you [Music] 15 km south of Brussels is the famous battlefield of waterl which has become a popular destination for visitors the best place to start your tour of this historically significant site and its surroundings is the visitor center there the Battle of June 18th 1815 is illuminated once again in an elaborate production the strategies and movements of the armies are presented so that you can follow the course of the battle from The Visitor Center the path continues to the lion Hill the artificial Hill was created between 1823 and 1826 from more than 290,000 cubic M of Earth the spot where the prince of orange and later king of the Netherlands was wounded was chosen once you have climbed the 226 steps to the top you are awarded with a magnificent view over the battlefield at a height of 40 m at the top of the mountain a lion is enthroned proclaiming the peace that Europe fought for at the Battle of watero the interior of the Panorama which was erected next to the visitor center serves as a giant experience screen the French painter Lou Duman created the 110 by 12 M work of art which depicts scenes from the bloody battle in addition cannon fire can be heard the crossing of sabber blades the shouts of infantrymen and bugles sounding the call to attack giving visitors the feeling that they are standing in the middle of the battlefield [Music] [Music] alongside Tongan Tor is the oldest city in Belgium and became the marenian seat of power in the fifth century after Clovis the first moved the Royal seat to silson in 487 the city belonged to France it was not awarded to the county of Flanders until the 10th century and remained part of the kingdom of France until 1521 it then came into the possession of the hapsburgs and in 1709 Tor was taken by the troops of the Duke of malur while Tor was still a railroad Junction during the first world war it was occupied by Allied troops in 1944 tor’s main sites include the medieval Old Town it is home to notra Dame cathedral which was built between 1110 and 1325 the belfrey built in 1200 is the oldest in Belgium and together with the cathedral is a UNESCO world heritage site if you come to Tor you should also visit the gothic cloth Hall the pantat trueu is a bridge over the skelt river and part of the medieval fortifications the Benedictine Abbey of St Martin dates back to the 11th century and is now home to the city’s Town Hall it is located in a park and has a neoclassical facade from the 18th century the Romanesque Crypt from the 12th century rounds off the range of historical sites in Tor but if you stroll through the city you will find many more beautiful places and buildings [Music] in East Flanders more precisely between gent and Brussels lies the city of onions AR is not only a historically significant City but also a carnival stronghold with a population of just under 85,000 it is not one of the largest cities in the region but this does not detract from its self-confidence AR was originally founded on a small River Island in the river dender in the middle ages the town was quite important for trading goods due to its location and later even had its own port in the 19th century onions were one of the town’s most important Commodities and the cultivation of the vegetable boomed your first Excursion in a will probably take you to the historic Old Town there you will quickly notice the belfrey and the adjoining former Town Hall two of the town’s landmarks several streets lead off the large Market Square inviting you to take a leisurely stroll many churches such as the late gothic church of St Martin characterize the townscape and tell stories of days long past if you want to find out more about H you should definitely pay a visit to T gastes this small but excellent museum is dedicated to the history of the town and provides all kinds of information from the first printing Works to the two world wars and the AL Carnival part of the exhibition is also dedicated to the town’s famous artists [Music] [Music] donon is known for its picturesque landscape and numerous sites the town was first settled by the Romans and was an important trading center during the Middle Ages Denon was badly damaged during the first world war but the town was later rebuilt today donon is an important tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over the world donon has many sites to offer one of the most famous is the Citadel of Denon the citad Citadel was built in the 19th century and offers a magnificent view of the city and the river Ms The Citadel is a mustsee for every visitor to donon another highlight of donon is the colal nran to donon this church was built in the 13th century and is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture the church also houses a collection of works of artart including statues and paintings for nature lovers donon offers the furu Nature Park the park offers has many hiking trails and is a great place to enjoy nature there are also remains of a Roman settlement and a medieval castle in the park donon also has a rich culture one of the most famous cultural events in donon is the coupe International de la M Festival this Festival takes place every summer and brings together musicians from all over the world [Music] [Music] [Music] strolling through luren means taking a short Journey back in time through the Middle Ages the city’s landmark and most famous site is the gothic Town Hall which was built between 1439 and 1468 the town hall of the Belgian city is one of the most beautiful Gothic buildings in Europe and can also be visited right next to the town hall is the taffle Rond also built in the gothic style the former Guild House was built between 1480 and 1487 today the tafl Ron serves as a bank and the busts of the former bank directors stand in small niches along the Magnificent facade opposite the town hall is the venerable St Peter’s Church a richly decorated Flemish Gothic building from the 15th century the beage of luren is one of the largest begines still to be found in Flanders it has been a UNESCO world heritage site since 2000 and is something of a small City within a City built in the 13th century it flourished until the 16th century when 360 beines lived there the courtyard with its many beautiful murals can be visited the Botanical Garden of luren was established in 1738 making it the oldest Garden of its kind in Belgium in earlier times only medicinal plants and herbs were grown in the Botanical Garden today the garden contains a variety of native and exotic plants which can also be admired in the orangery [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] cortr is located in Flanders 60 km south of Brussels and 6 km from the French border on the lease River and has around 76,000 inhabitants the city has an event history and is known in Belgium as the city of the golden Spurs named after the successful battle against the French in 1302 the battle of the golden Spurs was the beginning of the Flemish Liberation struggle and is still commemorated today cortr is a city with many cultural and historical sites there are around 200 listed buildings and monuments two of which are even recognized as UNESCO world heritage sites the medieval bort and the 17th century beage with with the St matus Chapel from 1464 there are also around 100 valuable facades cra’s cultural heritage also includes a large number of statues Mills and natural landscapes cortr also cherishes its past in numerous collections of damask Ceramics silver and paintings CRA is considered an international center for flax processing and trade as evidenced by the flax Museum events such as the witson festival the Festival of Flanders the golden Spurs festival and the golden River City jazz festival attract thousands of visitors to the city center [Music] Leah located in the province of antp in Flanders is a Hidden Gem that captivates visitors with its medieval charm and well-preserved architecture steeped in history this town boasts An ancestry dating back to the Middle Ages and its cobbled streets whisper Tales of byon eras Liar’s historical significance is reflected in its well-maintained landmarks inviting travelers to step back in time and immerse themselves in the city’s cultural narrative one of the highlights of Leah is its impressive architecture which reflects the influence of different periods in history the UNESCO listed belfrey of Le stands t as a testament to the city’s medieval past and offers panoramic views of the surrounding Countryside the beage a tranquil Retreat showcases a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture and offers visitors a peaceful Oasis in the Heart of the City Leah is not only a paradise for history Buffs but also a thriving Center for art and culture the city is proudly home to the Zimmer Tower an iconic structure that also serves as a museum with an extensive collection of clocks and watches the museum offers a fascinating Journey Through the evolution of timekeeping interweaving Technology with artistic craftsmanship [Music] [Music] [Music] mons which was European capital of culture in 2015 has around 100,000 inhabitants and is located in wnia near the French border it dates back to a four that Caesar had built here during the war against the gouls the town later grew around a monastery followed by a fortified castle that still exists today today you can still see an extraordinary amount of this history for example the Barack belfrey from 1661 which is the town’s Landmark or the even older Town Hall from 1440 in addition Museum such as a Ceramics Museum one for pendulum clocks and the M de Boza offer something for both the brain and the sense of art the Vincent Van house is also located within the city limits all this coupled with a lively way of life makes the city a real recommendation for a trip finally the historic atmosphere inside the city is rounded off by many regular festivals the Dukas deons which includes A procession play has even been listed as a UNESCO world heritage site [Music] is [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] nestled in the picturesque Countryside of West Flanders dixer sits enthroned as a Hidden Gem waiting to be explored by Avid Travelers seeking a unique blend of History culture and natural beauty as part of our inspiring guide of Belgium we invite you to embark on a small virtual Journey Through the enchanting town of dixm dixm boasts a rich historical tapestry whose Origins date back to the Middle Ages the town has witnessed the coming and going of the centuries surviving Wars and conflicts that have left an indelible mark on its character visitors can stroll through the cobbled streets Marvel at the well-preserved medieval architecture and feel the echo of the past on every corner one of the town’s most striking landmarks is the iser tower a poignant symbol of remembrance and peace this imposing structure pays tribute to the victims of the first world war and makes dixm an important destination for those interested in Belgium’s War history dixm exudes a picturesque charm that extends to its cultural enclaves the St Nicholas church with its imposing Tower is a testament to the town’s religious Heritage the ornate stained glass windows and impressive architecture of the church provide a tranquil backdrop for visitors seeking a moment of reflection [Music] [Music] [Music] era is a city with a rich history whose roots go back to the Middle Ages nestled in the west Flanders region epra has weathered the tides of the centuries and witnessed the rise and fall of Empires Wars and the resilience of its inhabitants the city’s medieval architecture Bears witness to its enduring spirit and offers a captivating glimpse into the past you can’t explore epro without encountering the indelible traces of the first world war the city witnessed some of the most poignant moments of the Great War with the famous battle of epra etching its name in the annals of history today the remains of trenches War memorials and the oppressive men and Gates stand as solemn memorials to the victims of this turbulent time era is not just a city Frozen in time it is a living breathing testimony to Belgium’s cultural wealth the cloth house a UNESCO world heritage site Rises majestically as an architectural Wonder showcasing the Splendor of the Medieval Era the accompanying belfrey offers a panoramic view of the city and invites visitors to gaze upon a landscape that seamlessly interweaves past and present [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] Derby in the Belgian Arden is said to be the smallest town in the world not far from the cities of Li neore and Spa Derby is one of the most visited small medieval towns in Belgium Derby owes this not least to its historically extremely attractive Old Town Center which will tempt you to spend an entire weekend there or even serve as a Prelude to a cultural vacation in the Arden a visit to the town itself is a truly historic Urban experience afterwards the badier offers a unique view of Derby against the mighty backdrop of the Arden a small town surrounded by water and Forest in a narrow Valley Derby is an ideal place to recharge your batteries and relax almost 800 years ago King John of bohemia count of Luxembourg granted Derby as Town Charter and all the associated Municipal freedoms over the course of time Derby developed along important trade and tourist routes to become one of the kingdom of Belgium’s preferred tourist destinations perhaps the only thing missing here is the se but even that doesn’t prevent the flutacious town from being flatteringly dubbed the santrape of the Belgian Arden by many visitors the town owes this nickname not so much to the prevailing luxury but rather to the interplay between the historically unique small town and its natural surroundings [Music] [Music] [Music] may we introduce you to a pearl of nature in the middle of Belgium about 16 km south of Brussels lies the halabos the halabos like the zonian forest used to be part of the huge coal Forest this coal forests stretch from the sber Ms and Shelt to the song and Wes from Roman times on Woods this Forest became smaller and smaller as people needed more and more land for agriculture and livestock farming in the 13th century only a few small pieces remained including the halabos and the zonian forest enough history the halabos has its own blue Wonder in Spring many people come to visit the forest and especially to enjoy the beautiful blue hent in April to May there really is a blue carpet in the forest and the flowers spread a wonderful scent you must visit the halabos at the end of April beginning of May [Music] a [Music] the high fense has a more un heathland landscape that is otherwise only found in Far More Northerly latitudes or at much higher altitudes the cold climate the high rainfall with constant high humidity and the special composition of the soil have created a flora and FAA that is completely atypical for our climatic region two natural phoma explain the presence of this particular ecosystem in Belgium the high plateau of the high fens is the first obstacle that the clouds encounter on their Journey from the Atlantic this results in above average precipitation of over 1,400 mm of rain per year and square meter the second phenomenon is the impermeability of the rock which prevents precipitation from seeping into the depths these conditions favor the development of wetlands such as Moors and swamps a thousand years ago deciduous forest Beach older Birch Oak Etc covered most of the high Plateau only here and there were a few areas of non-forested mland human use of the area began in the Middle Ages this completely disrupted the habitat deforestation grazing agricultural crops and Pete cutting gradually transformed the deciduous forest into an extensive heathland in the 19th century the int production of spruce brought a new upheaval due to the Intensive drainage it required in the 20th century it was tourism that introduced a different way of using the plateau the cave of huras is one of the most famous show caves in Europe it is located in hanso Les which belongs to the municipality of rort approximately 60 km east of Brussels on the river l in the Arden in Ice Age Europe the less initially flowed around the bo mif at some point the river disappeared into a hole the Goof de Belvo named after a neighboring Village of hurles and only reappeared on the other side of the mountain from then on it flowed through the cave that is now the Region’s Main Attraction the first boat trip into the rear part of the cave is said to have taken place in 1771 after the large cave rooms were discovered between 1814 and 1817 the first cave plan was drawn in 1822 the cave was opened up for tourism in 1857 by 1912 80,000 visitors a year were already coming here the caves and Cave paths are illuminated with LED lights this illumination brings out the natural color of the cave and the beauty of the stalactites from the end of the Neolithic age to modern times the first few meters of The Grotto have served as a shelter and refuge for people the so-called Dome of light the doed hall is a cave the size of a cathedral 62 m High and 145 M wide on the diagonal in the second largest Hall of the caves the Hall of weapons 100 m underground you come across the less again [Music] [Music] dense Pine forests give way to purple heathland the MS has carved a deep relief into the sand and gravel soils where opencast mining used to come first nature now does the hoger kempen National Park covers around 5,700 hectares of protected land leaving space for Flora and FAA but still allowing visitors to experience nature the best way to do this is by bike in hiking boots or on Horseback 140 km of bridleways and Bridal paths crisscross the national park many of which are unpaved those who prefer to walk on their own feet should opt for one of the many hiking areas in the connector you can still get a sense of the extent of the Eed and coal mine but nature is reclaiming it piece by piece in petersheim for example hikers roam through tranquil forests and past fascinating Morland landscapes [Music] oh [Music] [Music] is [Music] the Arden in the southeast of Belgium offer the visitor unspoiled nature with a rich FAA and Flora with extensive deciduous and fur forests in a hilly landscape with fast flowing Rivers there are also many hiking opportunities through numerous picturesque villages in the many valleys where traditions and folklore still live on and where the typical crafts of the region can be admired if you enjoy walking cycling fishing canoeing or kaying you should definit visit the Arden in spring horse riding climbing and mountain biking are other popular sports in the Arden passionate hikers will also find many challenges there in Winter the Arden are a paradise for ski and CrossCountry skiers and even sledging and snow scooter racing are possible there is also plenty to experience underground some of the caves are definitely worth a visit in the green of the Arden lie the silent Witnesses of the past such as castles fortresses and citadels they are brought back to life during special events and spectacles when Knights and Lans Nets bring excitement to the region [Music] he he [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] anyone who has ever visited Bru is fascinated by the Belgian City in 2000 the old town of Brugge was declared a world heritage site on a walk through the Flemish City you often feel like you’re back in a bygone era it almost seems as if time has stood still in the Middle Ages in Brugge Brugge with its many beautiful old houses narrow and winding streets deep staircases and Tiny stores is a unique medieval Jewel as you stroll through the listed Old Town be sure to take a break in one of the many small cafes and watch the hustle and bustle of the old town here you can watch tourists from all over the world as they stroll through medieval Brugge in amazement if you like pralines and chocolate Brugge is a real land of milk and honey for you unique chocolate and Prine Specialties can be found all over the Belgian City if you want to know more about the history of chocolate visit the bru chocolate Museum Bru is also very interesting for Shoppers everywhere in the old town you will find small stores offering all kinds of interesting things [Music] [Music] [Music] sh sh [Music] sh [Music] sh [Music] [Applause] a [Music]