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Nestled between France, Germany, and the Netherlands, Belgium is famous for its mussels, chocolates, beer, waffles, and french fries, which are served with mayonnaise rather than ketchup. Belgian artists created both the Smurfs and Tintin. Another cool fact is that they have more castles per square mile than any other country. Antwerp and Brussels are just a couple of the amazing towns in Belgium where you can enjoy a company retreat.
In Belgium you can visit tourist attractions like Atomium, Manneken Pis, Belfry of Bruges, Gravensteen, and the Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert. You can also visit Grand Place or Parc du Cinquantenaire for some outdoor fun.
Besides the famous attractions you can find in Belgium, you can also discover plenty of team-building activities that inspire socialization, creativity, communication, and an overall better team performance.
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We've put together this list of team-building activities in
Belgium
to help you get the most out of your visit.
Comic illustration workshops inspired by Brussels’ street art culture, waffle-making competitions in the Sablon district and jazz evenings near Saint-Géry give this retreat agenda a distinctly local Brussels atmosphere.
Surf Office was amazing to work with - from the initial introductory call to the final day of our corporate retreat! They are well-organised, transparent, super reliable and the communication throughout the planning and execution phase was prompt and clear. We are looking forward to working with them for future company retreats.
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Elke and Álvaro to plan our onsite, and I genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, they were incredibly friendly, responsive, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping us create a great event. Elke was so thoughtful and organized, always making sure every little detail was covered and keeping everything running smoothly. She brought such a positive energy to the process — she was super approachable and made collaboration easy and fun. Throughout the entire planning period, they both went above and beyond to support us. I really appreciated how proactive they were in anticipating our needs, and how enjoyable every interaction was. It truly felt like working with partners who cared as much about the success of our onsite as we did. Thank you, Elke and Álvaro, for being such a joy to work with! I’d happily work with you both again any time.
It's our second year working with Surf Office for our company offsite (30 pax first year, and 42 pax second year), and we're super happy! This year our offsite was a huge success, with direct impact on our employees' satisfaction, company culture, and alignment with our mission. The week they put together for us was perfect on all fronts: venue selection, logistics, activities, last-minute changes - everything was super well executed. Couldn't recommend them more! And... I know whom we're working with next year!
Working with Surf Office was a great experience from start to finish. Communication was smooth, the planning was thoughtful, and the platform made coordination easy. We really appreciated the well-curated suggestions for locations, activities, and restaurants – everything felt carefully considered. Beyond that, the setup created a great team atmosphere, making it easy to connect and enjoy our time together. We would definitely recommend Surf Office to any team looking for a well-organized and inspiring retreat.
Danielle, Giselle and the SurfOffice team were extremely cooperative, understanding and flexible to support my team’s 80-person offsite in Belgrade, Serbia. From being patient with our company’s lengthy vendor due diligence and procurement process, to responding swiftly when an attendee misplaced her passport - everything went really smoothly. Working with them took a huge load off our shoulders and their relationships with hotels/activities/venues also helped us secure good deals. Would definitely recommend their services to any company who’s looking to plan for an enjoyable team offsite.
We recently organized our company offsite with SurfOffice, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning: The location selection and contract negotiations with Giselle, to the actual planning and execution of the offsite together with Elke, everything was handled exceptionally well. Working with Elke was truly outstanding. She was incredibly proactive, always thinking several steps ahead, and responded extremely quickly to every question or change. She managed to get fast answers from all providers: from transport companies to hotels and local activity partners- and did so with a consistently friendly and professional attitude. Thanks to her dedication, we had little organizational workload on our side, and we always felt fully supported. The offsite turned out to be an amazing experience for our whole team, and we’re certain we couldn’t have organized something like this on our own. SurfOffice played a huge role in making our offsite in Kemer such a success, and we can wholeheartedly recommend them to any company planning an offsite for a larger group.
Sara was fantastic in organising our company trip to Istanbul - she was quick to reply, offered great solutions to issues, and made the trip itself seamless and enjoyable. Already looking forward to the next one!
Expertise and competence in service. Friendly, helpful, and respectful communication. Comfortable, welcoming, and inspiring surroundings.
This was our second year working with Surf to plan our annual company retreat, and once again, they smashed it. We had a beautiful, restorative and fun retreat just outside of Barcelona that the whole team loved. It was so lovely to have the team's support in planning such a complex event, and they did a great job at helping us stay within budget. Great experience overall.
Yes, Belgium is a strong choice for teams that want easy European travel, historic cities, great food, and short transfer times. It works especially well for remote teams that want a company retreat in Belgium with both productive sessions and relaxed social experiences.
Belgium is compact, international, and easy to move around. Teams can combine Brussels, Antwerp, Bruges, Ghent, beer tastings, chocolate workshops, canal tours, and medieval architecture without long travel days.
Brussels is best for international access and business events. Antwerp works well for creative teams, fashion, food, and nightlife. Bruges and Ghent are better for scenic, culture-led offsites with walkable historic centers.
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 20–30 minutes from central Brussels by train or taxi. Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) is useful for low-cost European routes, while Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges are easy to reach by train.
May to June and September to October are usually the best months, with mild weather and good conditions for walking tours, cycling, terraces, and outdoor team-building. December can also work well for Christmas markets.
Popular options include Belgian chocolate workshops, beer tastings, canal boat tours in Bruges or Ghent, cycling tours, city scavenger hunts, cooking classes, escape rooms, and group dinners in traditional brasseries.
Yes, Belgium is ideal for 2 to 3 day offsites because the country is compact and well connected. In our experience, teams can fit in meetings, group meals, and one or two memorable activities without losing time to long transfers.
Most company retreats in Belgium last 3 to 4 days. This gives enough time for work sessions, team building, cultural activities, and informal dinners while keeping the schedule realistic for international arrivals.
Belgium is excellent for food-focused retreats. Teams can try Belgian waffles, fries, mussels, chocolate tastings, beer pairings, brewery visits, and group dinners in historic restaurants or relaxed brasseries.
Belgium is usually more affordable than destinations like Switzerland, Paris, or Amsterdam, while still offering strong infrastructure and quality venues. Costs vary by city, season, accommodation level, and whether the retreat includes premium dining or private activities.
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