Belgium
Religion of Belgium
In Belgium, Roman Catholicism is the majority religion, accounting for between 75% and 80% of the population, although as of 2004 only about 10% to 20% of the population regularly goes to church.
Holidays and Festivals
Like most other countries, Belgium observes public holidays and special events with a celebration. There are also a number of local religious festivals in the various towns and cities, mostly observed through processions, parades, and street fairs.
Christmas in Belgium
In Belgium there are two Santa Claus figures. There is St. Niklaas and Pere Noel.