📍 Belgium

BELGIUM CLASSIC: MEDIEVAL CITIES AND FINE ART ROUTES

Medieval spires pierce the sky, canal waters mirror guild halls, art museums bathe in golden light. Classic Belgium is heritage distilled.

≈ 11
Days
574
Km
8
Stops
📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Brussels and its museums, Bruges and its canals, Ghent at sunset, Antwerp and its diamonds, Leuven, Namur, Dinant on the Meuse and Liège. Discover all of Belgium, from Flanders to Wallonia.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Bruxelles

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Grand-Place de Bruxelles (UNESCO): town halls and guild houses
2
Manneken-Pis and comic strip murals tour around the center
3
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium (Ancient & Modern)
4
Magritte Museum
+1 Places visited
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Activities

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Street art and urban cultures tour at MIMA (Molenbeek)
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Panoramic view and immersive exhibition at the Atomium
2
Day

Bruxelles

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Day 2
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Discover

1
Royal Quarter: Mont des Arts, Brussels Park
2
Parliamentarium or House of European History (your choice)
3
Cinquantenaire Park and arcades
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Activities

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Thematic tasting of Belgian chocolates (craftsmanship & history of cocoa)
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Introduction to Belgian beer styles (no mention of specific bar)
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Next stop
Distance: 97 km
Travel time: 1h15
3
Day

Brugge

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Day 3
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Discover

1
Historic center of Bruges (UNESCO): Markt & Flemish facades
2
Belfry of Bruges (366 steps, view over the canals)
3
Groeninge Museum (Flemish Primitives: Van Eyck...)
4
Beguinage of Bruges and Minnewater park
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Activities

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Canal cruise to discover the Venice of the North
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Photo walk at sunset along the canals
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Next stop
Distance: 50 km
Travel time: 45min
4
Day

Gent

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Day 4
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Discover

1
City center: Graslei & Korenlei, gabled houses on the Lys
2
Saint Bavo Cathedral: Polyptych of the Mystic Lamb (Van Eyck)
3
Belfry of Ghent
4
SMAK – Museum of Contemporary Art
+1 Places visited
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Activities

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Boat tour on the canals of Ghent
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Next stop
Distance: 60 km
Travel time: 50min
5
Day

Anvers

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Day 5
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Discover

1
Rubens House Museum (Rubenshuis)
2
Cathedral of Our Lady of Antwerp (monumental paintings by Rubens)
3
Diamond quarter near Central Station
4
MAS – Museum aan de Stroom
+2 Places visited
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Activities

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Contemporary architecture: Zaha Hadid's Port House (exterior & panorama)
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Next stop
Distance: 60 km
Travel time: 45min
6
Day

Leuven

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Day 6
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Discover

1
Grand Beguinage of Leuven (UNESCO)
2
University library and belfry
3
Saint Peter's Church & Town Hall square
4
M Museum – Leuven
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Activities

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Architectural discovery of the Oude Markt (without specific establishment)
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Next stop
Distance: 62 km
Travel time: 50min
7
Day

Namur

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Day 7
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Discover

1
Historic pedestrian center of Namur
2
Citadel of Namur (Vauban): esplanades & Meuse/Sambre panorama
3
Underground passages of the citadel (Terra Nova)
4
Meuse quays: urban walk
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Activities

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Cable car ascent/descent to the Citadel (depending on opening)
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Next stop
Distance: 30 km
Travel time: 30min
8
Day

Dinant

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Day 8
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Discover

1
Citadel of Dinant (access by funicular or stairs)
2
Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame of Dinant
3
House of Monsieur Sax (history of the saxophone)
4
Leffe House (museum about the abbey and beer, heritage section)
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Activities

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Cruise on the Meuse in Dinant (depending on season)
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Next stop
Distance: 65 km
Travel time: 55min
9
Day

Liege

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Day 9
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Discover

1
Palace of the Prince-Bishops
2
Grand Curtius (museums & collections)
3
Montagne de Bueren (373 steps) & panorama
4
Slopes of the Citadel: trails, orchards & viewpoints
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Activities

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Urban walk along the Meuse and pedestrian footbridges
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Next stop
Distance: 55 km
Travel time: 55min
10
Day

Liege

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Day 10
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Discover

1
Hautes Fagnes – Signal de Botrange: peat bogs and footbridges
2
Baraque Michel: loop on boardwalks (moorland landscapes)
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Activities

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Nature observation (wetland fauna, depending on season)
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Next stop
Distance: 95 km
Travel time: 1h15

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Mild temperatures, blooming flowers, perfect for city walking and cycling, moderate crowds, pleasant weather.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, outdoor festivals, peak tourist season, higher prices, ideal for outdoor dining and beer gardens.

Fall (September-October): Comfortable temperatures, autumn colors, fewer crowds, excellent for museums and cultural activities.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, cozy atmosphere, indoor attractions, shorter days, lowest prices except holiday period.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 9 and 13 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Belgium?

Medieval cities, world-famous chocolates, and exceptional beer culture in compact, easily explored country. Gothic architecture in Bruges and modern EU institutions in Brussels create diverse experiences. Art nouveau heritage and diamond trade add cultural depth while waffles delight visitors. Belgium perfectly combines history, culture, and culinary excellence.