Home to NATO and EU headquarters, Belgium is a small country with a lot of might. A short hop across the Channel and, with medieval towns, fine-sandy beaches and momentous battlefields all found in close proximity, Belgium is an ideal option for school groups.

Speed into Brussels on the Eurostar, visit the floodlit Grand Place Square and step into NATO’s headquarters. Introduce pupils to the cobbled alleys, canal systems and Christmas markets of beautiful Bruges. Stretch their imaginations in mind-blowing science exhibits and tongue-tingling chocolate tastings in Belgium’s hands-on museums. Tread WWI battlefields in Flanders, and relive Napoleon’s 1815 defeat at Waterloo.

Belgium’s intriguing attractions and captivating cultures will inspire and engage students of all disciplines. In this free-thinking nation, students will appreciate learning about a diverse European neighbour where Flemish, French and German are spoken and cultural identity is revered.

Key Information

Travel: STS offers tours via coach and ferry/tunnel, Eurostar or by air. In-country travel is efficient, and with short distances between attractions, journey times are limited.

Accommodation: STS offer a choice of full and half-board coastal and city-based family-run hotels and friendly youth hostels.

Weather: A maritime climate gives Belgium its fair share of wet weather, but mild winters and cool summers mean that temperatures remain comfortable throughout the school calendar.

Spending Money: With many expenses a few Euros less than in France, school trips to Belgium are pleasantly affordable. Personal expenses are at the discretion of schools.