The Kingdom of Belgium is located in Western Europe and borders the North Sea coast. It is divided into the regions of Wallonia and Flanders and the so-called German-speaking community, which is located in the province of Liège. The official languages are Dutch, French and German. Brussels, the capital of the country, is also the seat of the Belgian royal family. NATO and the European Union also have their headquarters here. Other important cities are Antwerp, Bruges, Ghent and Charleroi. Belgium is considered the country of origin of French fries and is known for a variety of chocolate, waffle and praline specialties.
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Country data Belgium
Belgium at a glance
| Flag |  |
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| Population | 11.431.000 |
| Language | Dutch, French und German |
| Area | 30510 km2 |
| Continent | Europe |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Neighboring countries | Germany, Netherlands, Luxembourg und France |
Map Belgium
Country borders and location of the capital
