The City of Brussels [a] is the largest municipality and historical centre of the Brussels-Capital Region, [b] as well as the capital of the French Community of Belgium, the Flemish Region (from which it is separate) and Belgium. [2]

Jan 31, 2025 · As the seat of the EU, Brussels is known as the “capital of Europe,” and its significance as a centre of international governance and business makes Brussels a true global city—a status shared with such metropolises as New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo. Area Brussels-Capital Region, 62 square miles (161 square km).

Brussels, [a] officially the Brussels-Capital Region, [b] [12] [13] is a region of Belgium comprising 19 municipalities, including the City of Brussels, which is the capital of Belgium. [14] The Brussels-Capital Region is located in the central portion of the country and is a part of both the French Community of Belgium [15] and the Flemish Community, [16] but is separate from the Flemish ...

Brussels is the capital of Belgium, a small but fascinating kingdom in the centre of Europe. It has everything you could possibly want, all in less than 31,000 km². Historical cities, beautiful nature, amazing architecture, the sea, art, gastronomy and - let’s not forget - more than eleven and a half million warm-hearted Belgians.

Brussels (French: Bruxelles, pronounced [bʁysɛl]; Dutch: Brussel, pronounced [ˈbrɵsəɫ]), the largest city in Belgium, is also that nation's capital city and its administrative, commercial, and financial center, as well as the administrative heart of the European Union (EU). All services and institutions of national importance are based in ...

May 18, 2023 · Brussels is an incredible city and we've got some excellent tips to help your first visit go smoothly. Here's what you need to know before you go.

Brussels is a lively city that’s always on the go. It has an incredible wealth of culture, heritage and architecture just waiting to be discovered. Explore its must-see places, museums, exhibitions, quirky corners and vibrant events. Often considered the most beautiful square in the world, the Grand-Place of Brussels' reputation precedes it!

The capital of Belgium, but also the de facto capital of the European Union, Brussels is one of Europe's most underrated destinations. The city's Gothic- and Baroque-style squares, set...

May 3, 2024 · Brussels (French: Bruxelles, Dutch: Brussel) is the capital city of Belgium and of Brussels Capital Region. It is entirely surrounded by Dutch-speaking Flanders and its constituent Flemish Brabant province.

Jan 27, 2025 · Brussels owes its development to its location on the Senne (Flemish: Zenne) River, which flows from south to north, and an east-west economic route linking towns on the Rhine, such as Cologne (now in Germany), with Brugge (French: Bruges), Ieper (French: Ypres), and other towns in the county of Flanders.