What summer is like in Belgium
Belgium is a country with a pretty freak and cool climate. But in summer a real paradise comes here for those who do not like stifling heat, and dreams of enjoying warm and sunny weather. In June, Belgium is especially good for hiking, excursions and visiting cities. During the day in the early summer the weather is warm and comfortable, but by the end of a day the thermometer goes down to 17 degrees.
Beach vacation on the North Sea coast should be planned no earlier than in July, because before that time the water is still quite cold. The beginning of July and the the second half of summer is the ideal time for a beach holidays. Belgian August passes almost without rain, and the daytime temperature is about +22 degrees.
What to see here
As a rule, first of all tourists come to Brussels. In this city their attention is drawn to monumental architecture, museums, shops of Belgian designers, as well as tasting the main gastronomic "values" - Belgian beer and chocolate. In the city of Bruges people go to dive into the medieval past. It is believed that the entire historical center of Bruges is a continuous open-air museum.
As for Antwerp, especially creative youth comes here. The city is full of museums, galleries of contemporary art, art exhibitions, antique shops and so on. Here old architecture, expensive boutiques, and club culture coexist fairly well.
For tourists who are interested in visiting ancient castles and palaces, it is recommended to plan tours to Belœil and Bouillon separately. Liège will draw your attention to the church architecture, and in Charleroi there is the famous museum of photography.
Where to go for a beach holiday
The most famous beach destination in Belgium is the resort town of Ostend, which is located on the coast of the North Sea. Tourists love it for pure golden beaches, a long coastline and beautiful yacht clubs.
Admirers of "high level" holidays go to Knokke-Heist - an elite resort with excellent beaches, pine groves and blooming gardens. Thrill-seekers like sand dunes in Middelker, and family couples choose the south-western part of the Flemish coast - with attractions and all kinds of entertainment. By the way, exactly here various summer festivals are often arranged.
Briefly about the most important
- Belgium is one of the safest countries in Europe, but thefts are still quite common in large cities.
- It is not very easy to get a visa to Belgium, so it's better to come here with a visa from another EU state.
- In Belgium, it is always necessary to have an official document proving your identity.
- In cities there are few fast-food restaurants. At the same time, there are many cafes with low prices.
- Tips in cafes and restaurants are already included in the bill.
- While talking to local people it is better not to compare Belgium and France.
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