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=Visiting {{PAGENAME}}= | =Visiting {{PAGENAME}}= | ||
| − | + | Belgium is part of the European Union. Motorhomes are relatively common and you will find both paid and free camping areas. Must sees are: Brugge, Flanders Fields, and the Ardenes. | |
=Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike= | =Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike= | ||
| − | + | You can simply drive across a border, take a ferry from Britain, or ship into Zeebrugge or Antwerp. | |
| − | ==Required Paperwork== | + | ==Required Paperwork== |
| − | + | {{visa_country}} | |
| + | Registration documents, identity, and vehicle insurance. | ||
==Process at border== | ==Process at border== | ||
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''Briefly describe the process at the border to enter with a vehicle'' | ''Briefly describe the process at the border to enter with a vehicle'' | ||
==Cost of entry== | ==Cost of entry== | ||
| − | + | Free. | |
==Permitted length of stay== | ==Permitted length of stay== | ||
| − | + | As no paperwork is completed on entry your vehicle is okay to stay as long as it is insured. | |
==Extension of stay== | ==Extension of stay== | ||
| − | + | Not necessary for vehicle. | |
==Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country== | ==Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country== | ||
| − | + | A vehicle can be stored on private property without problems. | |
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==Exiting with a vehicle== | ==Exiting with a vehicle== | ||
''Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.'' | ''Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.'' | ||
| − | =Driving in {{PAGENAME}}= | + | =Driving in {{PAGENAME}}= |
| − | == | + | ==Recommended books for Overlanding in {{PAGENAME}}== |
| − | + | {{guide_books_country}} | |
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| + | ==Travel insurance for {{PAGENAME}}== | ||
| + | {{Travel insurance country}} | ||
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| + | ==Vehicle insurance requirements== | ||
| + | Green card insurance is necessary. | ||
| − | ==Cost of insurance== | + | ==Cost of vehicle insurance== |
''State the price of insurance and a time period.'' | ''State the price of insurance and a time period.'' | ||
| − | ==Where to purchase insurance== | + | ==Where to purchase vehicle insurance== |
''Describe where insurance can be purchased.'' | ''Describe where insurance can be purchased.'' | ||
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==Mandatory items in vehicle== | ==Mandatory items in vehicle== | ||
| − | + | Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, safety triangle and fluorescent vest. | |
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==Roads== | ==Roads== | ||
===General Road quality=== | ===General Road quality=== | ||
| − | + | The quality of the belgian road network is good. Roads are paved.<br /> | |
| + | One way road can be common in some cities.<br /> | ||
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| + | Common Speed limits :<br /> | ||
| + | 50 km/h in cities (while some areas might have lower limits like 20 or 30 km/h)<br /> | ||
| + | 70 or 90 km/h on undivided highway / single carriageway<br /> | ||
| + | 120 km/h on highways<br /> | ||
| + | <br /> | ||
| + | Driving on tracks / unpaved roads in forests is not permitted by law. | ||
===Road signs=== | ===Road signs=== | ||
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===Toll roads=== | ===Toll roads=== | ||
| − | + | For passenger cars / RV there are no tolls that apply.<br /> | |
| + | Some cities have a Low Emissions zones and restrict access to their center. Older cars are not permitted unless they pay a fee. See [[https://www.lez-belgium.be/en/environmental-zones.html]] for details. | ||
==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}== | ==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}== | ||
| − | + | Bribery is virtually non existant in Belgium | |
==Checkpoints== | ==Checkpoints== | ||
| − | + | Police, military (or other) checkpoints should not be expected on belgian roads. | |
==Traveling with pets== | ==Traveling with pets== | ||
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=Gas price in {{PAGENAME}} and Diesel price in {{PAGENAME}}= | =Gas price in {{PAGENAME}} and Diesel price in {{PAGENAME}}= | ||
| − | '''Last updated: <span style="color:red"> | + | '''Last updated: <span style="color:red">Janary 2022</span>'''<br /> |
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| Unleaded | | Unleaded | ||
| − | | <price cost="1. | + | | <price cost="1.75" currency="EUR" unit="liter" /><ref name="Travelcost">[http://www.mytravelcost.com/petrol-prices/ World petrol prices, gas prices, diesel prices|MyTravelCost.com]</ref> |
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| + | Cheapests station in an area can be found on this page : [[https://carbu.com/belgique/]] | ||
==Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency== | ==Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency== | ||
| − | + | Gas shortages are uncommon.<br/> | |
| − | + | Gas stations are common and in any place you can probably find a gas station within 30 km. Most station provide unleaded gas, diesel and LPG/GPL. <br/> | |
| + | Stations providing CNG are less common.<br/> | ||
==Gas and Diesel Quality== | ==Gas and Diesel Quality== | ||
| − | + | No issues with gas/diesel quality.<br /> | |
''State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.'' | ''State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.'' | ||
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=Camping in {{PAGENAME}}= | =Camping in {{PAGENAME}}= | ||
| − | + | There are many organized camping in the country.<br /> | |
| − | + | Common facilities are showers, toilets, wash basin. Electricity and water hookups for RV are usually available as options.<br /> | |
| − | + | Price vary depending on location, service levels, month, ... but can be expected between 15 and 30 EUR.<br /> | |
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| + | Wild camping is not allowed in Belgium. Some cities have zones where RV can spend the night, sometimes for free or for a fee.<br /> | ||
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==Camping guide books== | ==Camping guide books== | ||
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==Drinking water== | ==Drinking water== | ||
| − | + | Tap water is safe to drink and of very good quality. | |
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=Navigation= | =Navigation= | ||
==Paper maps== | ==Paper maps== | ||
| − | + | Michelin are amoung the best paper maps. Paper maps are available in Belgium from Fuel Stations and Book stores. | |
{{paper_maps_country}} | {{paper_maps_country}} | ||
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==GPS Maps of {{PAGENAME}}== | ==GPS Maps of {{PAGENAME}}== | ||
''Review different GPS companies, quality and coverage (Tomtom, Garmin, OSM, Tracks4Africa).'' | ''Review different GPS companies, quality and coverage (Tomtom, Garmin, OSM, Tracks4Africa).'' | ||
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==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}== | ==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}== | ||
| + | * [http://ioverlander.com/ iOverlander] is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more. | ||
''Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.'' | ''Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.'' | ||
=Special Overland Travel interests= | =Special Overland Travel interests= | ||
''List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders'' | ''List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders'' | ||
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=Vehicle Maintenance= | =Vehicle Maintenance= | ||
Latest revision as of 08:01, 30 January 2022
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Contents
- 1 Visiting Belgium
- 2 Entering Belgium with a Car or Motorbike
- 3 Driving in Belgium
- 4 Gas price in Belgium and Diesel price in Belgium
- 5 Safety and Security Considerations
- 6 Camping in Belgium
- 7 Navigation
- 8 Special Overland Travel interests
- 9 Vehicle Maintenance
- 10 Buy or sell a car or motorbike in Belgium
- 11 References
- 12 Helpful External links
Visiting Belgium[edit]
Belgium is part of the European Union. Motorhomes are relatively common and you will find both paid and free camping areas. Must sees are: Brugge, Flanders Fields, and the Ardenes.
Entering Belgium with a Car or Motorbike[edit]
You can simply drive across a border, take a ferry from Britain, or ship into Zeebrugge or Antwerp.
Required Paperwork[edit]
(To check if you need a travel Visa for Belgium, application instructions and fees see: Belgium Visa online application at VisaHQ.com)
Registration documents, identity, and vehicle insurance.
Process at border[edit]
Briefly describe the process at the border to enter with a vehicle
Cost of entry[edit]
Free.
Permitted length of stay[edit]
As no paperwork is completed on entry your vehicle is okay to stay as long as it is insured.
Extension of stay[edit]
Not necessary for vehicle.
Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country[edit]
A vehicle can be stored on private property without problems.
Exiting with a vehicle[edit]
Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.
Driving in Belgium[edit]
Recommended books for Overlanding in Belgium[edit]
Travel insurance for Belgium[edit]
World Nomads offer the most flexible Travel Insurance at the best prices for multi-country / multi-year trips. You can buy, extend and claim online, even after you've left home.
Vehicle insurance requirements[edit]
Green card insurance is necessary.
Cost of vehicle insurance[edit]
State the price of insurance and a time period.
Where to purchase vehicle insurance[edit]
Describe where insurance can be purchased.
Driving license[edit]
State the kind of driving licenses required. i.e. International Driving Permit.
Driving side of road[edit]
Right.
RHD vehicles can be driven in Belgium.
Mandatory items in vehicle[edit]
Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, safety triangle and fluorescent vest.
Roads[edit]
General Road quality[edit]
The quality of the belgian road network is good. Roads are paved.
One way road can be common in some cities.
Common Speed limits :
50 km/h in cities (while some areas might have lower limits like 20 or 30 km/h)
70 or 90 km/h on undivided highway / single carriageway
120 km/h on highways
Driving on tracks / unpaved roads in forests is not permitted by law.
Road signs[edit]
Briefly describe the overall quality & existence of road signs for directions and hazards.
Toll roads[edit]
For passenger cars / RV there are no tolls that apply.
Some cities have a Low Emissions zones and restrict access to their center. Older cars are not permitted unless they pay a fee. See [[1]] for details.
Bribery in Belgium[edit]
Bribery is virtually non existant in Belgium
Checkpoints[edit]
Police, military (or other) checkpoints should not be expected on belgian roads.
Traveling with pets[edit]
List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.
Gas price in Belgium and Diesel price in Belgium[edit]
Last updated: Janary 2022
Currency and unit to display:
| Gasoline Grade | Price |
|---|---|
| Unleaded | €1.75 EUR per Liter[1] |
| Diesel | €1.79 EUR per Liter[1] |
Cheapests station in an area can be found on this page : [[2]]
Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency[edit]
Gas shortages are uncommon.
Gas stations are common and in any place you can probably find a gas station within 30 km. Most station provide unleaded gas, diesel and LPG/GPL.
Stations providing CNG are less common.
Gas and Diesel Quality[edit]
No issues with gas/diesel quality.
State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.
Safety and Security Considerations[edit]
Driving at night[edit]
Discuss driving at night and if it should it be avoided. Mention why.
Vehicle parking[edit]
Discuss if vehicles can be parked on the street, if they are considered "safe" at night. If vehicles can not be parked on the street, list the other options that exist.
Special driving considerations[edit]
A List of special things to be careful of (i.e. Unsigned speed bumps, abnormal road rules, people or animals on the road, etc.).
List any roads that are not recommended to drive for safety or other security reasons.
Security advisories and information[edit]
- Country Specific Information - U.S. Department of State
- Travel Reports and Warnings - Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
- Travel advice by country - Foreign and Commonwealth office (U.K.)
- Travel Advice for Belgium - Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Camping in Belgium[edit]
There are many organized camping in the country.
Common facilities are showers, toilets, wash basin. Electricity and water hookups for RV are usually available as options.
Price vary depending on location, service levels, month, ... but can be expected between 15 and 30 EUR.
Wild camping is not allowed in Belgium. Some cities have zones where RV can spend the night, sometimes for free or for a fee.
Camping guide books[edit]
List and link to books specifically for camping.
Drinking water[edit]
Tap water is safe to drink and of very good quality.
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Paper maps[edit]
Michelin are amoung the best paper maps. Paper maps are available in Belgium from Fuel Stations and Book stores.
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GPS Maps of Belgium[edit]
Review different GPS companies, quality and coverage (Tomtom, Garmin, OSM, Tracks4Africa). (with links to each).
GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in Belgium[edit]
- iOverlander is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.
Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.
Special Overland Travel interests[edit]
List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders
Vehicle Maintenance[edit]
Dealers[edit]
4x4s / Trucks
- Toyota Global Dealer Locator
- Land Rover International Dealer Locator
- Mercedes Benz International (select country on bottom right)
- Jeep International site locator
Motorbikes
Local Garages[edit]
Add known good mechanics here.
Buy or sell a car or motorbike in Belgium[edit]
Buy
Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.
List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.
Sell
Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'
References[edit]
Links to the source of any information - blogs or discussion forums, etc.
Helpful External links[edit]
Add any helpful external links here.
- Belgium: Visa and Passport requirements | World Travel Guide
- Health Information for Travelers to Belgium - Center for Disease Control and Prevention
- Belgium travel guides at wikivoyage
- Belgium - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
