Ten years after the creation of Stadshaven (City Harbour or City Port), Antwerp’s historic harbour area … Antwerp’s Stadshaven marks 10 years of transformation from industrial waterfront to vibrant waterside distriRead more
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BELGIUM | 21 locations awarded the international Blue Flag label
In 2026, 21 Belgian beaches, swimming ponds, and marinas will receive the international Blue Flag quality … BELGIUM | 21 locations awarded the international Blue Flag labelRead more
Cuts at De Lijn: “Flemish public transport is increasingly marginalised”
According to veteran mobility expert Herman Welter, a lack of funding should not be used as … Cuts at De Lijn: “Flemish public transport is increasingly marginalised”Read more
Belgium records 36.5% single-person households on 1 January 2026: living alone is the new normal
Living alone is no longer a demographic exception in Belgium, it has become the country’s most … Belgium records 36.5% single-person households on 1 January 2026: living alone is the new normalRead more
Single buyers account for a growing share of Belgium’s property market
Single buyers strengthened their position on Belgium’s housing market in 2025, accounting for 42% of all … Single buyers account for a growing share of Belgium’s property marketRead more
Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing accelerates
Belgium‘s population reached 11,867,634 on 1 January 2026, according to new figures from the Belgian statistics … Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing acceleratesRead more
Deutsche Bahn Cologne – Ostend ICE caters to 700,000 Belgian Coast-loving tourists from Germany
German tourists are Belgium’s largest foreign visitor group at the coast, and a new direct high-speed … Deutsche Bahn Cologne – Ostend ICE caters to 700,000 Belgian Coast-loving tourists from GermanyRead more
Limburg Pride connects: strengthening local LGBTQI+ policy in Flanders
On Thursday 2 April, a conference for cities and municipalities took place in Genk, focusing on how … Limburg Pride connects: strengthening local LGBTQI+ policy in FlandersRead more
ANTWERP-LINKEROEVER | Average of 530 people take the train at Linkeroever on weekdays
Since the reopening Antwerp-Linkeroever Railway Station on 2 May 2026, an average of 530 people have … ANTWERP-LINKEROEVER | Average of 530 people take the train at Linkeroever on weekdaysRead more
Flanders tightens rules for short-term holiday rentals: stricter registration and enforcement
The Flemish Government has announced stricter rules for short-term holiday rentals, such as those listed on … Flanders tightens rules for short-term holiday rentals: stricter registration and enforcementRead more