Belgium

About Belgium

Belgium is a holiday destination that’s close by yet feels like a real getaway. Within a few hours’ drive, you can be on the Flemish coast, in the forests and hills of the Ardennes, or in the green Kempen and the Limburg countryside. The country is small, but the landscape changes rapidly: from wide sandy beaches and polders to river valleys, heathland and castles.

Belgium is ideal for young children: many places to stay are small-scale and child-friendly. You’ll find holiday homes, farmhouses and B&Bs with a garden or yard, often with animals or a playground nearby.

Belgium offers a delightful blend of tranquillity, nature and good food. It’s a destination you can reach without a long journey and where you can start enjoying the great outdoors straight away.

Why go on holiday to Belgium?

Going on holiday in Belgium means enjoying short journey times and plenty of variety. You can travel by car, without needing to stay overnight en route, and still find yourself in a completely different setting. That saves a lot of hassle when travelling with a baby or toddler, and makes even a long weekend or a midweek break well worth it.

Belgium is also very child-friendly. By the sea, you can walk along wide beaches and dykes; in the Ardennes and the Kempen, you’ll find forests, streams and peaceful walking trails; and everywhere you go, playgrounds, petting farms and amusement parks are never far away. Many accommodation options are situated in the countryside, with plenty of space for children to play safely outdoors.

The great thing about a holiday in Belgium is that everything feels familiar, yet is just a little different. A portion of chips on a terrace, a waffle after a walk and a quiet evening in a cottage surrounded by nature. That combination makes Belgium a relaxing and practical destination for young families.