Country Facts:
Poland vs. Belgium
Learn about the similarities and differences between Poland and Belgium by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Poland vs. Belgium - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Poland is 120 726 mi², while the surface area of Belgium is 11 787 mi². This means that the area of Poland is 924% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Poland has a coastline of 273.4 mi, while Belgium has a coastline of 41.6 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Poland is Warsaw, with a population of about 1 735 440 people. In contrast, the largest city in Belgium is Antwerp, where the population is 502 604.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Poland is Rysy (north-western peak), its height is 8 199 ft. The highest peak in Belgium is Signal de Botrange, which rises to a height of 2 277 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Poland, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Prószków, while in Belgium the highest temperature was 101.8°F and was recorded in Uccle.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Poland, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Siedlce, while in Belgium, the lowest temperature was -22.2°F and was recorded in Valley of the Lesse in Rochefort.
Society
Poland vs. Belgium - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Poland is about 37 846 611, while Belgium is home to 11 589 623 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 78.5 years in Poland and 81.7 years in Belgium.
Average age
The average age is 41.9 years in Poland and 41.6 years in Belgium.
Birthrate
The birth rate is -0.23% in Poland and 0.59% in Belgium.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.8% in Poland and 99.0% in Belgium.
Language
In Poland, the main language is Polish, and in Belgium the primary language is French, Dutch, German.
Religion
In Poland, the main religion is Christianity; in Belgium, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Poland: 34 406 Int$. Belgium: 52 627 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Poland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Belgium: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).
Driving side
Poland has right-hand traffic, Belgium has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Poland - May, June, July, August; Belgium - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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