Dinant, Belgium
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Belgium for Vegan & Vegetarian Travelers
Belgium is very accommodating for vegetarian travelers and increasingly friendly for vegans, particularly in cities like Brussels and Antwerp. While traditional foods include dairy, plant-based restaurants and vegan versions of classic dishes are widely available.
Belgium
Vegan Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)
Vegetarian Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Best For: Vegetarian cafés, fries, bread, chocolate
Challenging Because: Butter-heavy cuisine
🥗 What to Eat
- Vegetarian: Cheese croquettes, fries, waffles
- Vegan: Fries (check oil), vegetable soups, salads
🚫 Watch Out For
- Beef fat used for fries
- Dairy in sauces
🗣️ Survival Phrases
- I am vegetarian: Ik ben vegetariër (ik ben veh-jeh-tah-ree-er)
- I am vegan: Ik ben veganist (ik ben vee-gah-nist)
- No meat: Geen vlees (khayn flays)
🧭 Veggie Trip Tip
Belgium is surprisingly veggie-friendly — just ask what fat fries are cooked in.
Capital – Brussels 🇧🇪
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