A Cosmopolitan City with a Small Town Heart – Brussels – Belgium
Although it occupies a rather serious and sombre position as the seat of the European Union, Brussels is a lively, sophisticated city that is resplendent with international flair and a cosmopolitan outlook. As a crossroads for Europe, you will find expatriates from all over the world living peacefully side-by-side here and this translates to a fascinating living environment that is culturally rich while retaining the intimacy of a local town.
In many ways, the spirit and resilience of the people of Brussels are mirrored in their seemingly reserved nature. Once you are able to break through the tough exterior, however, you will be pleasantly surprised by people with an enchanting fascination with the world of comics, fine food and beer. More importantly, they appreciate a truly high standard of living with strong family bonds and an appreciation of the fine things in life. The fact that the single, most photographed item in Belgium is a statue/fountain of a naked little boy’s public indiscretion (Mannekin Pis) goes a long way to explaining the sense of humor and love of art that typifies Brussels and Belgium in general.
In keeping with the city’s cosmopolitan stance, the entertainment, dining opportunities and nightlife on offer in this city are varied and energetic. Often regarded as one of the gourmet capitals of the world, the food on offer rivals that of any other major European city and you can enjoy a wide range of delicacies. Mussels in Brussels are, of course, a must.
What’s the draw?
- An international appeal that leaves plenty of opportunities to make friends from all over the world.
- A centrally-based location that is ideal for exploring the rest of Europe during weekends and holidays.
- A fascinating city that reveals its charms slowly and always offers something new to be discovered.
Live there:
Expats can find Brussels a little difficult to understand at first. From the confusing scatter of different languages from around Europe and the world, spoken at any time around the city to the often weird traffic rules and the dual language (French/Dutch) names of most neighborhoods, street-signs, squares and train stations — just about everything, including the extremely variable weather, is bewildering. Our relocation guide can make everything just that little bit simpler so that you can navigate the infrastructure with confidence and enjoy the leisure and entertainment opportunities on offer.
The Expat Info Desk ex-pat guide to living in Brussels contains detailed information about popular living areas in and around Brussels. We identify popular ex-pat living venues to suit your lifestyle and budget and present detailed information about the surrounding infrastructure, schools, educational facilities and other local amenities.
Uncover this city in Belgium – Brussels’ mysterious charms with the Expat Info Desk.
