Located right in the heart of Western Europe, Belgium is a country bursting with charming old towns with perfectly-preserved medieval streets. Having been the location of some of Europe’s most important events, the Belgium countryside has many stories to tell including when Napoleon met his match at the battle of Waterloo and being the frontline during both the First and Second World Wars. And then of course, there are the waffles.
Dubbed the ‘Battleground of Europe’, Belgium is steeped in centuries of war history, making it an ideal destination for school group travel. Visit the poignant memorial sites or the battlefields at Ypres, where students have the incredible opportunity to pay their respects to the Australian soldiers and soldiers from around the world who gave their life in The Great War.
A school tour to Belgium is also ideal for music and concert trips. From picturesque squares to beautiful cathedrals, there are a huge range of great venues packed into every town.
Travelbound believe that truly educational travel experiences involve hands on interaction with the real culture of a country – culture meaning the daily activities, customs and way of life of a people, not just the historic attractions and scenic sites. See what lies beneath the surface through these unique and immersive experiences:
Explore this fairy-tale medieval town, with picturesque cobbled lanes and dreamy canals link photogenic market squares lined with soaring towers, historic churches and old whitewashed almshouses.
Right in the heart of Brussels Old Town, the city’s main plaza (known as Grand Place) is one of the best preserved in Europe. Much of the square’s elegant character is due to the unique architecture of its elegant Gildehuizen (guild houses) with their magnificent gables, pilasters, and balustrades, ornately carved stonework, and rich gold decoration.
located Along the Rue de l’Etuve is Brussels’ best-known landmark. The Manneken is, however, surrounded by various legends. According to one, the fountain is a memorial to a courageous infant who averted a conflagration, according to another, it commemorates the son of a count who succumbed to a pressing urge while taking part in a procession
Belgium’s Royal Museum of Fine Arts (1875-81) is one of the largest and best art galleries in the world. The museum grew out of a collection first set up in 1797 and was originally housed in the former palace of Charles of Lorraine.
