Ardennes Belgium Travel Guide
Belgium has a number of international airports. Brussels Airport is the main gateway.
Brussels Airport (BRU) has direct flights from major global hubs. Flight prices usually go up during peak summer and major events.
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Brussels Airlines operates as the main carrier from BRU, with Ryanair and Wizz Air serving CRL.
Flight prices increase during peak summer, major holidays, and significant events.
Booking several months in advance is a good strategy for getting better fares.
Belgium's national railway network (SNCB) is excellent and efficient. Spa is connected via Spa-Géronstère station.
TEC operates regional buses in Wallonia, serving Spa and the vicinity. Belgium is part of the Schengen Area.
Belgium has a well-maintained system of roads. Driving is on the right-hand side.
Roads are generally good. Ardennes rural roads may be winding and hilly.
Spa is an inland destination, so sea or river arrivals are not direct travel methods to the town.
While Belgium has rivers and canals, river transport is for cargo or leisurely cruises.
Seamless overland border crossings from neighboring Schengen countries.
Belgium's SNCB network provides great and reliable train travel.
The country has a well-kept up and extensive road network.
No specific exit fees or taxes for departing Belgium beyond those usually included in flight or train the cost of tickets.
For train departures, arriving a few minutes before departure is sufficient.
Check-in stores, luggage drop-off, security screening areas.
Passenger lounges, shops (duty-free at airports), restaurants.
Currency exchange, clear signage for gates/platforms, boarding info.
For a smooth airport departure, verify your airline's suggested arrival time.
