Belgium Safety

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Except for certain neighbourhoods in central Brussels and the outer edge of Antwerp (the port and docks), Belgium is a safe country. Belgians are somewhat shy and introverted, but generally helpful towards strangers.

For those landing in Charleroi and Liège, those are the regions that boast the highest crime rates in Southern Belgium. But if you keep an eye on your belongings, and don't wander alone at night, nothing really serious can happen to you.

Muslims and people of North African ancestry may experience mild resentment, a problem that is particularly acute in Brussels and Antwerp.

Always use your common sense, of course. Don't walk in empty streets in the middle of the night, showing off expensive equipment or jewelry.

Marijuana laws are quite lenient, with small amounts only punishable by fines.

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