As the capital of the Province of Hainaut, Mons is home to public agencies, professional firms, offices, and a
large share of the region’s services. It’s also a university city, with the University of Mons (UMONS) and
several colleges, and a city of shops, restaurants, and culture around the Grand-Place and the historic center.
A European Capital of Culture in 2015, the city welcomes many visitors: a belfry listed as a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, museums, and the Doudou festival every year on Trinity weekend. On the innovation side, the
Initialis science park is home to technology companies and research centers.
For a business in Mons, this means several very different audiences searching online: residents of Mons and the
Borinage, visitors passing through, students, and professionals who compare providers before picking up the
phone. A good website speaks first to the people who matter most to you, without spreading
itself thin.