Where is Belgium located?
Belgium is located in Western Europe and is surrounded by Netherlands to the north, Germany to the east, Luxembourg to the southeast, and France to the southwest.
What are the three official languages spoken in Belgium?
Dutch, French, and German
How many regions does Belgium have?
Three: Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels Capital Region
What iconic cartoon characters call the Smurf Village home?
The Smurfs, created by Belgian artist Peyo
What city in Belgium boasts the Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Brussels
Which Belgian city is known for its diamond trade and elegant jewelry shops?
Antwerp
What is the main ingredient in Moules-frites, a popular Belgian dish?
Mussels
What iconic comic book series features the adventurous reporter Tintin, created by Hergé?
The Adventures of Tintin
What renowned detective solved mysteries with his "little grey cells" in Agatha Christie's novels?
Hercule Poirot, a Belgian detective
What is the name of the tallest building in Belgium, located in Brussels?
The Tournai Cathedral Tower
What historical event led to Belgium's independence in 1830?
The Belgian Revolution
How many stars appear on the Belgian flag?
None. The flag has three vertical stripes in black, yellow, and red.
What type of beer is Stella Artois, one of Belgium's most famous exports?
Pilsner
What iconic landmark adorns the €1 and €2 euro coins minted in Belgium?
The Atomium, a Brussels landmark representing nine interconnected iron spheres
What musical instrument, invented in Belgium, produces sounds by striking metal bars?
The carillon
Which artist painted "The Arnolfini Portrait," a renowned work of Northern Renaissance art?
Jan van Eyck, a Flemish painter
What type of chocolate is most commonly associated with Belgium?
Pralines, filled chocolates with a smooth ganache center
What historical figure led the Belgian Congo Free State, a period of brutal exploitation and oppression?
King Leopold II of Belgium
What is the name of the national park famous for its unique rock formations and caves in Wallonia?
The Ardennes
What national holiday is celebrated in Belgium on July 21st?
Belgian National Day
What is the traditional currency of Belgium before the euro?
The Belgian franc
What popular sport is considered the national sport of Belgium?
Football (soccer)
What is the name of the national park known for its vast dunes and beaches along the North Sea coast?
The Zwin
What musical instrument is featured in the famous Brussels Manneken Pis statue?
A fountain with a urinating boy
What type of traditional food is "waterzooi," a popular Belgian stew?
A fish or shellfish stew with vegetables and cream
What historical site in Waterloo marks the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte in 1815?
The Lion's Mound
What is the name of the famous Brussels jazz festival held annually?
Brussels Jazz Marathon
What type of animal is depicted on the coat of arms of Belgium?
A lion
What is the highest point in Belgium, located in the Ardennes?
Signal de Botrange
What type of architecture is featured in the Grand Place of Ghent, with its colorful guild houses?
Flemish Renaissance