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is housed in a farmhouse and features one of the artist’s oil paintings as well as other earlier works - a great way to lose track of time.

September - Taste the best of Belgian beer

Beer lovers gather annually in Brussels to relish in the Belgian Beer Weekend. In early September, more than 400 Belgian beers are showcased on the Grand Place, along with beer tasting, parades and activities. The event kicks off with the iconic brewery floats and beer-filled wagons, rolling to the Fish Market in Brussels. Don’t be surprised to see many people dressed in traditional brewery costumes. You can also look forward to brass bands playing cheerful tunes echoing through the streets.

October - Go hiking and mushroom hunting in the Ardennes

Autumn brings an abundance of natural beauty to Belgium, especially the lush forests of the Ardennes. Think relaxing walks and bike rides to mushroom picking and watching the deer rut – it’s time to get outdoors. In October, you’ll find the most delicious mushrooms in the East Belgian forests, such as meadow mushrooms, porcini mushrooms and chanterelles. For mushroom novices, joining one of the many organised tours offered locally is recommended.

November - Hit the road for castle hunting

November is a good time to enjoy the remnants of autumn foliage and explore Belgium by car. Since there are more castles per capita than in France (more than 3,000), the country is perfect for a day trip visiting several castles. An excellent place to start is the Castle of Freÿr in Wallonia. It has been in the same family for over 20 generations.

December – Experience the magic of a Christmas market

When December rolls around, Belgium puts on its glad rags and celebrates Christmas in a unique way, thanks to the fusion of French, Dutch and German influences. There is no better place than the Grand Place in Brussels to start the festive season! The heart of the Belgian capital is lit up with countless colourful lights and is accompanied every hour by musical performances that include a nativity scene, food stalls and choirs. As the festival spreads across the historic sites, you can also take advantage of an ice rink, big wheel and 200 market stalls in the magnificent squares. The best thing is that Christmas markets can be found across Belgium from the larger cities to the smaller villages, so you can soak up the Christmas cheer wherever you are in this beautiful country.

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From January to December, this is just a glimpse of all the sights and experiences Belgium has to offer. Of course, it can be challenging to even consider booking an international trip in the midst of Janua-worry. Luckily, Air Belgium has a great special that

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