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Easter

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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Mostly closed
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

📣 Traveler notes

Belgium is located in the Benelux region, at the crossroads of Western Europe. It offers a blend of historical sites, modern architecture, and rural landscapes. Its capital, Brussels, serves as the headquarters for the European Union.

  • English is widely accepted for communication.
  • Avoid discussing sensitive political topics, such as regional disputes.
  • Tipping is optional.
  • Patience is advised when building local relationships.
  • Respecting regional language differences is important.
  • Tipping is optional; while not mandatory, it is appreciated for good service. Visitors are encouraged to appreciate Belgian cultural products like fries, beer, chocolate, and comic books. When communicating, English is recommended. Visitors should be mindful of regional language sensitivities and may ask locals if French, Dutch, or German is preferred. Sensitive political discussions should be avoided.

About this holiday

Belgium has ten official public holidays. Unlisted celebrated days are not legally designated holidays, and employers are not obligated to provide time off, though paid leave may be offered through union agreements.