preahvihearhotel.com – The Kingdom of Belgium is home to two notable princesses, each contributing uniquely to the royal family and the broader community. Princess Astrid and Princess Eléonore, both daughters of King Albert II and Queen Paola, embody the spirit of service and dedication that characterizes the Belgian monarchy.
Princess Astrid, Princess of Belgium
Born on June 5, 1962, in Brussels, Princess Astrid is the second child and first daughter of King Albert II and Queen Paola. She is known for her extensive involvement in various fields, particularly in economic, medical, and humanitarian activities. Since 2013, Princess Astrid has led Belgium’s economic missions as a representative of the King, fostering trade relations and promoting economic development both domestically and internationally.
Princess Astrid’s commitment to medical and scientific causes is evident through her roles as the Honorary President of the Queen Elisabeth Medical Foundation and her support for the King Baudouin Foundation’s Scientific and Medical Funds. She actively engages with the scientific community to support fundamental medical research1. Additionally, she is dedicated to the fight against epidemics and pandemics, serving as the Special Envoy of the Roll Back Malaria partnership and as the Honorary Chairwoman of the Damian Action against leprosy and tuberculosis.
Her involvement extends to the Special Olympics and the International Paralympic Committee, where she is an Honorary Member of the Management Committee1. Princess Astrid also plays a significant role in the Ottawa Convention, striving to persuade countries to sign the Convention against anti-personnel mines.
Princess Eléonore, Princess of Belgium
Princess Eléonore, born on April 16, 2008, is the youngest child of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde. She is known for her active participation in community service and her love for music and sports. Princess Eléonore is fluent in French, Dutch, and English and plays the violin.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Princess Eléonore demonstrated her compassion by volunteering to support isolated elderly people in residential care centers through phone conversations and by baking waffles for the elderly and homeless.
Both Princess Astrid and Princess Eléonore exemplify the values of service and dedication that are integral to the Belgian monarchy. Their contributions to various fields, from economic development and medical research to humanitarian aid and community service, reflect the broader commitment of the Belgian royal family to serving the nation and the world.