Giant hogweed – and why to avoid it!
Giant hogweed is an impressive plant, growing up to 5 meters tall, but should be avoided as its sap can generate painful skin blisters.
Giant hogweed is an impressive plant, growing up to 5 meters tall, but should be avoided as its sap can generate painful skin blisters.
A brief look back on 12 years of the Discovering Belgium blog, that has reached one million views.
On August 4, 1942, a train left Mechelen carrying nearly a thousand Jewish men, women and children. Its destination was Auschwitz.
Cranes and storks are having a successful breeding year in Belgium, which is good news.
Asian hornets are spreading fast across Europe, including the Benelux. This is bad news for the continent’s honey bees.
In 2022 there is an abundance of wasps across Europe. Here are some tips to deal with wasps in your garden or at a picnic.
A fascinating and useful new book called Culture Smart! Belgium describes the country’s customs and culture.
The Enchanted Garden is an international art exhibition in a naturally landscaped garden full of water and contrasts.
Discover 600 years of history and heritage with this audio walking tour of Leuven, available via VoiceMap
Looking for a guided hiking trip in Belgium? Then look no further than WHATtrips!
Discover details of over 40 children’s farms throughout Belgium for a fun day out.
From the village of Erps-Kwerps, stroll through the Silsombos deciduous woodland and then across the open fields of the Dorenveld.