Brussels

capital city · Belgium · European culture · language mix

Capital of Belgium. Brussels is the official capital of Belgium and the seat of the Belgian government. It's also home to major European institutions that help run the whole European Union.

Two languages spoken. Brussels is special because it sits between two communities in Belgium: French speakers and Flemish speakers. Most people in Brussels speak French, but Flemish is also important there.

European hub. Brussels hosts meetings of world leaders and important organizations that help countries work together. It's one of the most important political cities in all of Europe.

Chocolate capital. Brussels is famous around the world for delicious Belgian chocolate. The city has amazing chocolatiers that make some of the finest chocolate you can find anywhere.

19 municipalities. The Brussels-Capital Region is made up of 19 different towns or neighborhoods that together form the city. The City of Brussels is the largest and most important one.