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🇧🇪 Belgium Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Belgium is a country in Western Europe, Europe. It covers a total area of 30,528 km² and has a coastline of 67 km. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Europe
geographical region
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Region
Western Europe
sub-region
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Total Area
30,528 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
380/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
67 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
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Independence
1830
established
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Climate
Temperate maritime, mild and rainy
general type

Location and Position

Belgium is situated in Western Europe, within the broader continent of Europe. The country has a coastline of 67 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Belgium covers a total area of 30,528 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 11.6M across this area, the population density is 380/km². The capital city is Brussels.

Climate

The climate of Belgium is temperate maritime, mild and rainy. The best time to visit is generally May–September, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Belgium

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France
Paris
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Luxembourg
Luxembourg City
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Germany
Berlin
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Netherlands
Amsterdam

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Belgium located?

Belgium is located in Western Europe, Europe. The capital city is Brussels.

How large is Belgium?

Belgium has a total area of 30,528 km² with a population density of 380/km².

What countries border Belgium?

Belgium shares land borders with: France, Luxembourg, Germany, Netherlands.

What is the climate of Belgium?

The climate of Belgium is Temperate maritime, mild and rainy. The best time to visit is May–September.

What timezone is Belgium in?

Belgium observes UTC+1/2 timezone.

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