Travel and tourism in Belgium - Statistics and Facts
Belgium's accessibility makes it a popular travel destination in Europe. With its coastline, artistic cities as well as gastronomy, this European country offers a wide variety of attractions and cultural activities for tourists. In 2019, the number of overnight tourist stays in Belgium peaked at approximately 42.5 million before declining to barely 20 million in 2020. This decline was due to the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2020.
