Travel Guide of Bruges in Belgium by Influencers and Travelers

Bruges is the capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, in the northwest of the country, and the seventh largest city of the country by population.

The Best Things to Do and Visit in Bruges

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1 - Belfry of Bruges

The Belfry of Bruges is a medieval bell tower in the centre of Bruges, Belgium. One of the city's most prominent symbols, the belfry formerly housed a treasury and the municipal archives, and served as an observation post for spotting fires and other danger.

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2 - Markt

The Markt of Bruges is located in the heart of the city and covers an area of about 1 hectare. Some historical highlights around the square include the 12th-century belfry and the West Flanders Provincial Court originally the Waterhall, which in 1787 was demolished and replaced by a classicist building that from 1850 served as provincial court and after a fire in 1878 was rebuilt in a neo-Gothic style in 1887.

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3 - Kitesurfing in Bruges

   20 km away

Royal Kitesurf School offers you private lessons adapted to your level in Knocke-Heist, on the edge of the North Sea. The private kitesurfing lesson will be specially designed depending on your own rhythm. Your certified instructor wil...

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4 - Basilica of the Holy Blood

The Basilica of the Holy Blood is a Roman Catholic basilica in Bruges, Belgium. The church houses a relic of the Holy Blood allegedly collected by Joseph of Arimathea and brought from the Holy Land by Thierry of Alsace, Count of Flanders.

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5 - Gruuthusemuseum

The Gruuthusemuseum is a museum of applied arts in Bruges, located in the medieval Gruuthuse, the house of Louis de Gruuthuse. The collection ranges from the 15th to the 19th century.

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6 - Frietmuseum

The Frietmuseum is a museum in Bruges, Belgium, which is devoted to the history of potatoes and the production of Belgian fries. It describes itself as "the first and only museum dedicated to potato fries".

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7 - Burg Square

Burg Square is a square and former fortress in Bruges. It is one of the main squares of the city.

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8 - Ten Wijngaerde

The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaerde is the only preserved beguinage in the Belgian city of Bruges. There are no more Beguines living there, but since 1927 it functions as a convent for Benedictines, founded by canon Hoornaert.

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9 - Plaza Gran Mercado

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10 - Minnewaterpark

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11 - Brugge

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12 - Knokke-Heist

   17 km away

Knokke-Heist is a municipality in the Belgian province of West Flanders. The municipality comprises the towns of Heist-aan-Zee, Knokke, Duinbergen, Ramskapelle and Westkapelle. On January 1, 2006 Knokke-Heist had a total population of 34,063.

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13 - Knokke

   19 km away

Knokke is a town in the municipality of Knokke-Heist, which is located in the province of West Flanders in Flanders, Belgium. The town itself has 15,708 inhabitants, while the municipality of Knokke-Heist has 33,818 inhabitants.

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14 - Oostende

   20 km away

Ostend is a coastal city and municipality, located in the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It comprises the boroughs of Mariakerke, Raversijde, Stene and Zandvoorde, and the city of Ostend proper – the largest on the Belgian coast.

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15 - 8400 Ostend

   20 km away
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16 - Sand Sculpture Festival Ostend

   21 km away
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17 - Mu.ZEE

   22 km away

The Mu.ZEE is a museum in Ostend, Belgium, specializing in Belgian art from 1830 onwards. It was created in 2008 by the fusion of the former Provinciaal Museum voor Moderne Kunst and the Museum voor Schone Kunsten Oostende, both located in Ostend.

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18 - Middelkerke

   28 km away

Middelkerke is a municipality located in the Belgian province of West Flanders, on the North Sea, west of Ostend. The municipality comprises the villages of Leffinge, Lombardsijde, Mannekensvere, Middelkerke proper, Schore, Sint-Pieters-Kapelle, Slijpe, Westende and Wilskerke.

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19 - Westende-Bad

   31 km away

Westende is a town in Flanders, one of the three regions of Belgium, and in the Flemish province of West-Flanders. It lies on the Belgian coast, also called Flemish coast. It used to be the far west of the island Testerep which lay along the Belgian coast.

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20 - Westende

   32 km away

Westende is a town in Flanders, one of the three regions of Belgium, and in the Flemish province of West Flanders. It lies on the Belgian coast, also called Flemish coast. It used to be the far west of the island Testerep which lay along the Belgian coast.

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21 - Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen

   35 km away

Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen is a nature reserve on the outskirts of the Belgian city of Ghent. It lies mainly in the district of Mariakerke and covers 230 hectares.

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Bruges, the Venice of the North

Tourist destination and medieval city located in Belgium

The city is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, Bruges is the ideal place for a romantic, cultural, and shopping weekend/city break.
Few tourist destinations are unanimous. Bruges, in Belgium, is one of those city-states that, thanks to its rich past and its concern for preserving its heritage, has succeeded in combining modern life with a rich past.

Bruges, a must-see tourist city in Belgium

Its artistic collections, it is gentle way of life, its romantic aura, and its architectural appeal are some of the assets of the little Venice of the North, the jewel of Flanders, and a must-see stop in Northern Europe.
A rich maritime city in the 14th century, the city has preserved from that period a rich and mastered architecture with discreet and elegant finishes.
On the program of a visit to Bruges: a stroll on the canals, a visit of the architectural heritage, beer, waffle, and chocolate tasting, and why not a little bike ride.

Visiting Bruges - What to do for a weekend?

Bruges is generally the most famous city in Flanders: with its historical center and its canals, Bruges is not lacking in charm and deserves a visit.
Many people visiting Bruges just pass through, just do a tour of the center and a boat trip and stay only one day.
The surroundings of Bruges are also interesting and can be the object of a nice excursion, for example by bike.
Visiting Bruges in 2 days seems to be the best formula 

Bruges the chocolate paradise 

Belgium is world-famous for its exquisite chocolate and you won't find a better place to buy it than in the beautiful city of Bruges. Here are three addresses to find the best chocolate in Bruges. A selection, obviously, all subjective.

• Chocolatier Dumon, for tradition

If there's one shop that most closely captures the essence of Bruges, it's Chocolatier Dumon. When you walk through the doors of this kind of the cottage, you will be spoilt for choice. These artisans offer a wide variety of chocolates, including candies, figurines, and bars. All of their chocolate is handmade by the family that runs the store using the finest raw materials.

• The Old Chocolate House, for the gourmet break

The Old Chocolate House is not only a chocolate store, it is also a tea room where you can taste them. Their hot chocolate is simply exquisite; you will be able to choose the type of chocolate from which you want it to be made. Their beans come from all over the world, so after enjoying your drink, don't forget to take home some sweet souvenirs.

• The Chocolate Line, for the crazy

If you're looking for something out of the ordinary, check out the Chocolate Line. This store offers many unusual items, such as chocolate lipstick (yes it does), chocolate pills, and their famous red chocolate lips. Even their collection of chocolate coins is full of surprises, from the bacon-infused Miss Piggy to the wasabi-flavored Green Tokyo.

Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to Bruges

When to go to Bruges?

The months of May to September are the hottest, but it rains the least between February and May.

The month of May is the best weather compromise.

How to visit Bruges?

Bruges can be visited on foot as most of the attractions are in the center.
It is also possible to use a bicycle. From the train station, the bus serves the center in a few minutes.

Where to buy chocolate in Bruges?

There are many chocolate shops in the historical center:

• Chocolate & Happiness: for all tastes
• The Old Chocolate House: tea room and chocolates
• The Chocolate Line: really incredible chocolates
• Depla: traditional and authentic chocolates

Where to eat in Bruges?

The best places to eat are close to the busy areas, restaurants offer generally low prices and fast service.
A few streets away, more authentic and quality-oriented restaurants and pubs offer nice alternatives.

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