Queen Mathilde of Belgium turns 50 in January 2023. In July she and King Philippe celebrate their tenth anniversary. Mathilde grew from an unknown damsel to an ambitious princess. As queen, she now plays a humanitarian and diplomatic role at a global level. At home she is the pivotal figure of a warm family. Numerous of intimate and close friends/family speak freely for the first time. The author chose the most remarkable photos. Hardback edition, in Dutch, illustrated.