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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Bruges: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Bruges
- Holidays in Bruges is a lovely Italian city whose windows are filled with unique destinations and high-end fashion.
- Bruges is known worldwide for its magnificent architectural architecture and fashion sense, which can be traced back to ancient times.
- Many fascinating monuments have endured the test of time for more than a century.
- They contain some hypnotic designs that are impossible to recreate even with the help of modern designers.
- Bruges produces some of the world's most opulent lace. To purchase a lace keepsake, visit one of the city's lace stores, or better yet, visit the Lace Center to learn more about Bruges' lace history.
- Capital- Bruges
- International Airport: Oostende-Brugge International Airport (OST)
- Population- 118,284
- Currency- the Euro
- Time: UTC / GMT +2 hours
- Driving side- Right-hand side
- Main Electricity- 230V
- Official Language- Dutch
- Religion- Bruges
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Bruges
- The Halle, which dominates the south side of Bruges' Markt (Main Square), is worth exploring.
- The Holy Blood Basilica (Heilig-Bloedbasiliek) presides over the Burg or Burg Square, the city's major plaza.
- Bruges' Markt, dominated by the Halle, topped by the Belfry, is Bruges' most recognisable feature.
- The lively main square of Markt Bruges, bordered on all sides by superb buildings, is located in the city's core.
- Bruges' Town Hall (Stadhuis) is located on the southeast side of the Burg and is one of the oldest in Belgium, having been built between 1376 and 1420.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Bruges
- Bruges is best visited between June and August when the weather is pleasant and the trees are in full bloom.
- Nonetheless, the weather is relaxed and damp all year, with summer temperatures rarely rising above the 70s.
- Spring and October are considered shoulder seasons, with fewer travellers and lower temperatures in the 50s on average.
- Temperatures decrease but do not reach freezing in the winter, and the city hosts a variety of seasonal festivities, including its famous Christmas markets.
- Fall and winter also have the highest risk of rain, so keep an umbrella handy.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Bruges
Christmas Market
- Bruges is one of Belgium's largest cities, yet its historic centre is relatively small, where most travellers spend their time.
- As a result, among the Christmas markets we've seen in Belgium, the one in Bruges is on the small side.
- Bruges takes a unique approach to its market as well.
- The city's celebrations have been dubbed "Winter Glow" to attract people of all faiths and broaden the focus beyond the need to include all of Bruges' winter activities.
- The traditional Christmas market, however, remains the main attraction.
- Market Square (Grote Markt), the city's principal square, is the epicentre of activity. If ice skating is on your list of things to do, Minnewater has a floating ice rink and a winter bar.
- The pleasure continues just three minutes away in Simon Stevinplein, where there are more merchants and games.
Belfry (Belfort van Brugge)
- The Halle dominates the south side of Bruges' Markt (main square), with the Belfry–Bruges' most recognizable landmark–soaring above it.
- The Halle, built in 1248 and expanded twice, first in the 14th century and then again in the 16th century, was formerly the principal market area.
- A beautiful courtyard surrounds the structure, and the balcony above the entrance initially utilized the city fathers to proclaim their laws to the crowd below.
- The 83-meter-high Belfry, approached from Halle's inner courtyard, is Belgium's best bell tower.
- The tower still houses a carillon with 47 bells. Climb the 366 steps to the summit of the building for a panoramic view of Bruges.
- On the way up, stop into the historic Treasure Room on the second floor, where civic records are housed behind wrought-iron grills.
Dijver Mansions
- On the left, at the far end of the Dijver Canal, you'll find the lovely ensemble of 15th-century houses that used to be the Heren van Gruuthuse household.
- In 1471, Edward IV, the fugitive English monarch, found refuge here. Merchants with a monopoly on the dried herb trade were the first "heren" (gruut).
- The outstanding Gruuthusemuseum, which occupies 22 rooms and houses a superb collection of antiques and applied art, is now housed in part of the mansion.
- The lacework, sculptures, tapestries, and weaponry, as well as the charmingly restored and accurate medieval Flemish kitchen and dispensary, are particularly noteworthy.
- The Brangwyn Museum, located next to the Gruuthusemuseum in an 18th-century Arentshuis, houses porcelains, pewterware, pottery, mother-of-pearl ware, and a wonderful collection of ancient Bruges views, as well as an exhibition of paintings and sketches by Bruges-born English artist Frank Brangwyn.
Sint-Salvatorskathedraal
- Take the short street of Heilige Geeststraat from the Church of Our Lady to the Sint-Salvatorskathedraal, Bruges' oldest parish church and a cathedral.
- Most of the current structure dates from the 12th and 13th centuries, but it was initially built in the 10th century. The 99-meter-high west tower was built in two phases, with the lower Romanesque component completed between 1116 and 1227 and the brick section completed between 1183 and 1228.
- The cathedral has weathered four fires as well as iconoclastic rage over the years. There are some notable furnishings in the 101-meter-long interior.
- The cathedral museum, located just outside the right transept, houses some priceless art masterpieces.
- The Baroque rood-screen features a figure of God the Father by Artus Quellin the Younger, the 15th-century choir stalls adorned with the coats of arms of Knights of the Golden Fleece the Brussels tapestries, which hang above the stalls, are particularly noteworthy.
- Take the Steenstraat to reach Bruges' Markt, which has a row of traditional Bruges gable Veldhuizen that have earned it a reputation as one of the city's most beautiful streets.
Sint-Jacobskerk
- Sint-Jacobstraat, which runs from the northwest corner of the Markt to the Gothic Sint-Jacobskerk, passes the 18th-century Musical Academy on the left and the Boterhuis (a cultural centre) on the right.
- The church was transformed from its modest origins to its current size thanks to gifts from the Dukes of Burgundy, whose palace stood nearby.
- The ornate interior houses some magnificent paintings by local painters from the 16th to 18th centuries and several intriguing graves.
- To the choir's right, the twin-tiered monument of Ferry de Gros is one of the latter (a treasurer of the Order of the Golden Fleece who died in 1544).
Jeruzalemkerk
- Jeruzalemkerk, a Late Gothic church built in 1428, was inspired by Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
- The Adorne family, who made the church, had gone on a Holy Land trip and returned to build it.
- Visitors should take note of the church's exquisite stained-glass windows, which date from the 15th and 16th centuries and make a point of seeing the reproduction of Christ's tomb (a replica of the one in the Holy Sepulchre) while they're here.
- On the outside, the Jeruzalemkerk is most notable for its tower, which, due to its oriental inspirations, stands out from other Belgian church spires.
05
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Bruges Off the Beaten Track
City centre
- The old city centre is a UNESCO world heritage site, and there are many beautiful sites to visit around. Grote Markt, a vast, enormous plaza in the heart of Bruges that many touristic restaurants and gift shops surround, is the most proper place to begin your experience.
- However, the Belfry, which is unmissable as an 83-meter-high tower that can be visited by climbing the stairs and offers the best views of Bruges, indeed dominates the plaza.
- Close to the Grote Markt are the best shopping streets, with a good assortment of fashion, jewellery, groceries, gift shops, and, of course, chocolate shops.
- The bulk of the city's squares have cafes, restaurants, taverns, and hotels strewn around them, and there are more on the streets around.
- The hotels in this area are some of the best in the country, with the majority of them boasting spectacular vistas and large, roomy rooms.
- The Belgians adore shellfish and fish, but if you aren't a fan, don't worry; they also enjoy meat and vegetarian options, as well as Italian, French, and Asian cuisine.
North Centre
- Always try to stay close to the city centre as possible for the convenience, but this region isn't wrong because there are things to do and see.
- The Jerusalem Church, also from the Gothic period and haunted, may be found here.
- The admission cost also includes the Lace Museum, which features several exhibitions of various lace types and opportunities to observe lacemakers in action.
- The Diamond Museum is a fascinating facility with live polishing demonstrations and information about diamonds.
- If you wish to see some art, this region has a variety of galleries that exhibit the work of local and national artists, with the Lucifernum being one of the greatest.
- Restaurants and taverns are not as many as those closer to the city centre, but most serve excellent Belgian cuisines such as mussels and fries and have a communal feel.
- Local and international beers are sold in traditional pubs, and most hotels provide modern and pleasant accommodations.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Bruges Culture and Traditions
- The seventh-largest city in Belgium by population, Bruges serves as the provincial capital and the central city of West Flanders in the Flemish Region.
- More than 13,840 hectares are covered by the city as a whole, including 1,075 hectares near Zeebrugge off the shore.
- The oval-shaped, 430-hectare-large old city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- One hundred seventeen thousand seventy-three people live in the city; overall, 20,000 reside in the city centre.
- As of January 1, 2008, the metropolitan area, which includes the outer commuter zone, had a total area of 616 km2 and a population of 255,844 people.
- It is commonly compared to other northern cities with canal systems, such as Amsterdam and St. Petersburg, as the Venice of the North.
- Bruges has enormous economic significance due to its port and was formerly one of the world's most important commercial cities.
- Bruges is a significant tourist destination in Belgium and the home of the College of Europe, a university institute for European studies.
- They place high importance on privacy, live in a secure and comfortable environment, work hard, and are self-disciplined.
- Belgians are known for their active participation in their communities and government.
- They can be wary of strangers at first, but they become warm and friendly after getting to know you. In Belgian culture, family life is significant.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Bruges: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Frites/Frietjes
#Food
- Every trip to Belgium will necessitate at least a couple of fruit dishes.
- The sauce on top is almost as important as the potato itself, with a wide variety of sauces available (potato making places and a few others).
- Mayonnaise is the basic sauce, but many Belgians prefer andalouse, a combination of mayonnaise, tomato puree, and pepper.
Moules-frites/Mosselen-friet
#Food
- If you're in Belgium by the sea, you only need to eat two things: mussels and fries.
- Please choose the best time of year to consume them. North Sea mussels are the best at the peak of the season.
- Larger than French mussels served in different cauldrons with Frites, you only have to decide which sauce to order – classic white wine and vegetable soup.
Gaufre/waffle
#Food
- They have deeper grooves than Americans, allowing them to hold more dressing. These Bruges famous food dishes are usually more significant as well, but less doughy and more crispy.
- Various toppings are available nationwide, but the classics are generally whipped cream, Nutella, or fresh fruit.
- In Liège, they are frequently served plain rather than granulated sugar in the dough, which partially melts when placed on the grill.
- The Belgian royal family is well-known for its love of Liège waffles, particularly at the Confectionery Eggenols.
Waterzooi
#Food
- This creamy soup stew is so obviously Flemish that it lacks a French name. Sure, fish, butter, and eggs don't appear to be a winning combination, but they don't judge based on appearance.
- Ghent food has a significant influence – it dates back to the Middle Ages and is regarded as one of the first fans of the Roman emperor Charles V (who ruled between 1500 and 1558) – though today he is more likely to be found with chicken rather than halal.
- Because this is Belgium, beer is frequently included.
Boetiek Ruth
#Fashion
- Ruth Niville and her three-year-old boutique, set inside a beautiful corner building, have been a part of the thriving Sint-Jakobsstraat street area.
- Ruth is the correct address and a subtle style guide for fashionistas. And filled with well-chosen Belgian, French, Scandinavian, and Italian labels.
- Ruth's online shop offers a glimpse of the boutique's understated colour palette, with the occasional splashy summer dress.
Twee Meisjes
#Fashion
- Twee Meisjes, who lives two doors down from Boetiek Ruth, has settled into a cosy step-gabled house.
- The casual shop, named after Raymond van het Groenewoud's joyful and slightly nostalgic classic about two girls sitting and reading fashion magazines on a beach, aims to capture the same atmosphere that the veteran musician did in his song.
- Characterful clothing by dozens of international and local brands is on display to put a spring in the customer's step, with swaths of bright dresses and amusing prints as regular staples.
- Margriet, the founder, has created a space for 'unstrained and unforced shopping,' free of mandatory fashion trends and focused on affordable, feel-good pieces.
Dame de Pique
#Fashion
- The ideal client for An Pyck's feminine boutique on the Noordzandstraat is a fashionable lady with a bit of sass, much like the 'Queen of Clubs' that Dame de Pique translates.
- Statement pieces in leopard print or a hellish blue are available, but quality knitwear by LN|Andes and flowy pieces by Dorothée Schumacher.
- Pick, who personally styles her guests with a cheerful warmth, works in an elegant setting that includes a cosy try-on nook with a sofa and an oversized mirror for contemplating the look.
Walibi Belgium
#Fun
- Walibi Belgium, with around forty attractions, remains one of the most beautiful references.
- It, like other Walibi in Europe, attracts a large number of visitors. Its interests are as modern and innovative as they have always been.
- The rides, which are sometimes breathtaking, know how to satisfy the amateurs of high acrobatics.
- Walibi Belgium, which opened in 1975, is constantly adding new attractions, such as the Pulsar. This rollercoaster circuit, launched on a shuttle, is still very impressive.
- The Dalton Terror, on the other hand, offers a free fall from a height of 77 meters.
Plopsaland
#Fun
- Plopsaland was previously known as Meli Park in the West Flemish municipality of La Panne. This family park, which opened in 1935, actually appeals to the entire family.
- Unless you prefer the pirate zone, flying bikes, or Mega Mindy jetsky? The vertiginous roller coaster of the SuperSplash attraction is on display.
- The park's alleys are teeming with elves. The fairy-tale themed zone magically transforms this Belgian amusement park.
- Indeed, the park is divided into fifteen thematic zones to cater to the needs of its visitors.
- You'll have a good time in the Anubis zone, the fair, or Mayaland. Try out the thrill rides like the massive Rox Flyer swings, The Big Wave, as well as several roller coasters. The water attractions are a great way to round out your day.
Bobbejaanland
#Fun
- The Bobbejaanland tourist park in Belgium's beautiful village of Lichtaart is home to fifty attractions. Everyone is gradually gravitating toward roller coasters, escape games, and virtual reality.
- Bobbejaanland is also notable for its fantastic shows and entertaining activities. With its unusual scenario of car and motorcycle stunts, Wicked Wheels stands out from the crowd.
- These stunning rides, which are diverse and unique, provide plenty of opportunities to have pleasant moments.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Bruges: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- There's a zoo and an aquarium! In the heart of Antwerp, 5,000 animals are hanging out. If you take the train to Antwerp, the zoo is only a short walk away.
- Perfect for a quick trip to the zoo or a quick pit stop if you have a busy day ahead of you.
- There are the animals, and can't forget about the lovely butterfly house.
- Everyone who loves animals should go at least once! But it's the charm of the place that truly makes this zoo one of Antwerp's symbols.
- Animals and Victorian architecture are combined in one.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Bruges Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The Bruges Beer Festival is the most important event in Bruges for beer enthusiasts worldwide. It is usually held in early February and features nearly 75 breweries and approximately 300 different beers.
- You'll have the opportunity to meet a brewer in person and ask all of your burning questions. Purchase a tasting glass (15cl) for €3 and tokens for €1.25 at the entrance.
- Give your glass to any of the stands, and it will be cleaned and refilled with a fresh beer.
- In addition to beer tasting, you can participate in the Cuisine Culinair, which features eight top chefs demonstrating gastronomic creations cooked with beer.
- There will also be plenty of concerts, workshops from beer experts, and a kids corner with fun games.
- For four days, this event honours Belgian chocolate. You'll find chocolate in every shape and form as you walk through the ancient Belfort Museum.
- At this one-of-a-kind festival, you can partake in tantalizing activities while expanding your waistline. Chocolate sculpting competitions, body painting, children's activities, and an unusual 'chocolate walk' are all available in the city.
- The festival also provides a discount to 'Choco-Story,' Bruges' excellent Chocolate Museum.
- The Bruges Chocolate Festival is organized and sponsored by the city's bakers and chocolatiers and the Bruges Chocolate Museum, collaborating with the hospitality industry and the City of Bruges. And, of course, the Choco-Late Chocolate Festival could only be held in Belgium!
- From 30th November to the 15th January, the festival is held in a large tent outside the city's central train station.
- The festival is trendy, so make sure you get your tickets in advance, or you'll have to wait in a long line.
- Each year, a different theme is chosen; this year's theme was 'Disneyland Paris.' The exhibition was divided into three rooms, which featured a massive pirate ship from the film The Pirates of the Caribbean, complete with a life-size Captain Jack Sparrow.
- All of your favourite Disney characters were present, from Mickey and Minnie Mouse to Cinderella and Snow White, and from Baloo and Simba to Wall-E and Buzz Lightyear.
- You can also get a drink from the ice bar. The festival is a lot of fun and well worth seeing, especially if you have children!
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