Belgium is a small country in Europe that’s brimming with beauty at every turn. It’s a multicultural, multilingual utopia that is just perfect for anyone with a camera and an eye for the exquisite.
Here are 10 of the most picturesque locations in Belgium:
1. Reading Between The Lines Church
Just like its name, this building is one of the most unique structures you’ll ever encounter. Gijs Van Vaerenbergh designed this architectural masterpiece, and it’s essentially an art church that only exists to be admired.
The church is see-through, so you can witness both the sun and the landscape through it, culminating in a truly rare and beautiful spectacle. We promise you’ve never seen anything like it before.
2. Gravensteen
This medieval castle has a long and complex history that dates back to the 12th century. This castle has had a turbulent past and has always been at the heart of political activities in the city of Ghent. In the past, it has been a royal home, a courthouse and a prison, as well as being one of the last medieval castles in Belgium with an intact defence system.
The gothic-style architecture attracts people from around the world to this magnificent castle; you won’t want to leave your camera at home when you visit.
3. Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert
This is one of the oldest and most elegant shopping arcades in Europe. The gallery consists of cafes, shops, auditoriums and restaurants, to name a few, and it has been a fashion hotspot since the 19th century.
The gallery is covered by a glass roof that lets in sunlight; this adds extra beauty to this already appealing arcade. There aren’t many places like the Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert, where your eyes can be treated while you shop.
4. Park Furfooz
If you’re feeling stressed or having a bad day, there’s no better medicine than taking a walk through Park Furfooz. This park is a natural reserve that has a 4km family-friendly walking area, which has become a tourism hotspot in recent years. Explore the abundant plant life and countless rock formations at this picturesque natural reserve.
5. The Helixagon
The Helixagon is an amazing work of art that depicts the relationship between art and nature, as it’s designed to look like a honeycomb. Thousands of people visit this stunning structure to take amazing pictures. Try and visit the Helixagon with a loved one because it is one of those experiences that are best shared.
6. Vlooyberg Tower
This eye-catching tower looks like a floating staircase and has one of the most distinctive designs in all of Europe. Not only is the structure itself beautiful, but it’s one of the tallest in the region, and the views you get from the top are second to none. It does not get much more picturesque than Vlooyberg Tower.
7. Hesbaye
Hesbaye is an Eastern European traditional and cultural region that guarantees beauty all year round. That being said, if you want to get the best that Hesbaye has to offer, then you should go in April when all the trees are in bloom and all the fruits are out. You could take a walk or cycle through this amazing landscape and take all the beauty in.
8. Grand Place
This is a plaza in Brussels that is known for its aesthetic wealth. It’s a UNESCO world heritage center and one of the most important tourist destinations in Belgium. It hosts lots of concerts, fairs and cultural events because of how beautiful and prestigious it is. It would be borderline criminal to visit Brussels without visiting the Grand Place.
9. Dinant
Dinant, a hidden gem in Belgium, is a stunning town complete with unbelievable views of the River Meuse. Dinant is truly charming and is definitely one of the best places to take a partner; the beauty there will make you fall in love with each other all over again. It’s a really small and compact town, but the memories you can make in Dinant are endless.
10. Walzin Castle
Commonly referred to as the most beautiful castle in Belgium, Walzin Castle was built on a rock and is as picturesque as it gets. This amazing castle overlooks a river, and even though it is not open to the public, people admire the castle and scenery when they take hikes in the surrounding regions.
