Fun Belgium Quiz with Answers - Learn While You Play!

The Belgian flag has three vertical stripes: black on the left, yellow in the center, and red on the right. These colors are inspired by the coat of arms of the Duchy of Brabant.

The Ardennes is a hilly, forested region in southeastern Belgium known for hiking, biking, and winter sports. It was also a key battleground in both World Wars.

Created by Belgian cartoonist Hergé, Tintin is the main character in The Adventures of Tintin, a globally popular comic series that has been translated into over 70 languages.

Tomorrowland is one of the world’s largest electronic dance music festivals. Held in Boom, it attracts visitors from over 200 countries and sells out quickly every year.

Signal de Botrange, located in the High Fens, is the highest point in Belgium at 694 meters (2,277 feet). Though not very tall compared to other European peaks, it is a popular destination for hiking and snow activities.

Belgium is divided into three regions: Flanders (north), Wallonia (south), and the Brussels-Capital Region. Each has its own government and autonomy over certain policies.

The Belgian national football team is called the Red Devils due to their red kit and fighting spirit. They’ve been ranked among the top teams in the world in recent years.

Belgium adopted the Euro (€) in 2002, replacing the Belgian Franc. As a member of the Eurozone and the European Union, the Euro is the standard currency for trade and daily transactions.

Belgium’s beer culture, especially brewing in Trappist monasteries, is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. There are only a few authentic Trappist breweries in the world, and several are in Belgium.

Belgium borders France, the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, and has a coastline along the North Sea. This strategic location makes it a crossroads in Western Europe.

The North Sea borders Belgium’s northwest coast and plays a significant role in trade and fishing. Major ports like Zeebrugge and Antwerp are located along this coastline.

“Dank je” (or the more formal “Dank u”) is how you say “thank you” in Dutch, which is spoken in Flanders, the northern part of Belgium.

Antwerp is one of Europe’s largest seaports and a major economic hub for Belgium. It is also known for its diamond industry and historic architecture.

Belgium has a constitutional monarchy with a federal parliamentary system. Power is shared between national and regional governments, reflecting the country’s linguistic and cultural diversity.

Manneken Pis is a small bronze statue of a boy urinating into a fountain. Despite its size, it is one of the most iconic symbols of Brussels and is often dressed in different costumes during festivals.

Belgium's national football team has consistently ranked in the top 10 globally. Star players like Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku have brought international recognition to the team.

Belgium is divided linguistically: Dutch is spoken in the northern region (Flanders), French in the southern region (Wallonia), and German in a small eastern part near the German border. The country officially recognizes all three languages.

Belgium is world-renowned for its high-quality chocolate. Belgian chocolatiers like Godiva, Leonidas, and Neuhaus have international acclaim, and the country has strict standards for production quality.

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has its headquarters in Brussels. The city is also a center for many EU institutions, making it one of the world’s most politically important cities.

Wallonia is the southern part of Belgium, predominantly French-speaking. It includes cities like Namur, Liège, and Charleroi, and has its own parliament and government.

Frites (often called Belgian fries) are thicker than typical fast-food fries and traditionally served with a variety of sauces, especially mayonnaise. Belgium claims to have invented fries.

The Battle of Waterloo took place just south of Brussels and marked the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. It was a turning point in European history, ending French domination in Europe.

René Magritte was a Belgian painter known for his surrealist works that challenge perception, such as “The Son of Man” and “The Treachery of Images.”

Brussels is the political and administrative capital of Belgium. It is also home to the headquarters of the European Union and NATO. The city is bilingual (French and Dutch) and serves as a key center for international politics and business in Europe.

King Philippe became the seventh King of the Belgians in 2013 after the abdication of his father, King Albert II. As a constitutional monarch, he plays a ceremonial role in governance.