WHEN BEST TO GO
Belgium has a temperate climate making it an ideal city to visit all year round. However, though the climate is at its finest during July and August, these months also see much of the city’s residents go on holiday and thus the closure of many restaurants and attractions, especially during August.
LOCAL CUSTOMS
Smoking is banned in public places, including all restaurants and bars.
LANGUAGE
French and Dutch
CURRENCY
EURO
EXCHANGE RATE
$1 = EUR €0.70
£1 = EUR €1.14
COUNTRY DIALLING
CODE +32
24 HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT
Ambulance or fire: 100
Police: 101
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EMBASSY CONTACTS
US: +32 2 811 4300
UK: +32 2 287 6211
TIME ZONE
GMT+1
RELIGIOUS DEMOGRAPHIC
Christian
POPULATION
1.1 million
Business Hours
Shops open from 9am to 6pm on weekdays and Saturdays. However, smaller shops, or shops outside of main areas will close on Saturdays and at lunch times.
