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Bruges (/ b r uː ʒ / ⓘ BROOZH, French: ⓘ; Dutch: Brugge ⓘ; German: Brügge German pronunciation: [ˈbʁʏɡə] ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, in the northwest of the country. It is the sixth most populous city in the country.
- See Bruges on a canal boat tour. Experience the sights and sounds of Bruges on a boat tour along the picturesque canals for just €12. Doing it on the day you arrive will help orient you in the city while the guide gives you a potted history of your surroundings.
- Break for a Belgian beer at a Bruges bar. Beer is a big part of Flemish culture, and there's no shortage of places to have a pint, so take a break from sightseeing to try a local specialty.
- Indulge your sweet tooth with waffles, pastries, and chocolates. If you have a sweet tooth, get ready to indulge in Bruges – there are chocolate, pastry, and candy shops on every street and the sweet aroma of freshly toasted waffles follows you through the city.
- Go on an architectural walking tour of Bruges. Pack your comfortable shoes because Bruges is a place for walkers. A wander through the beautiful city center is one of the best ways to admire the Gothic and Flemish architecture.
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- Address: Rozenhoedkaai. Less than 1 hour. TIME TO SPEND. Considered one of the most photographed areas of Bruges, Rozenhoedkaai, or Quay of the Rosary, is a picturesque spot where the Dijver and Groenerei canals meet.
- Free, Neighborhood/Area. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND. Since 2000, the Historic Centre of Brugge has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Free, Neighborhood/Area. TYPE. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND. The heart of Bruges – the Markt – is filled with shops, cafes, horse-drawn carriages that clip-clop along cobblestone streets and many architecturally interesting buildings like the Belfry, where you can climb to the top for fantastic city views.
- Address: Dijver 17C. Museums. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND. To see more than just paintings, head to this museum, which details more than 500 years of Bruges history through a variety of historical artifacts – from tapestries and furniture to coins and musical instruments.
Aug 10, 2018 · A Guide to the Historic Center of Bruges, Belgium. 2:39. TRAVEL. WORLD HERITAGE. Discover Belgium's Beautiful Medieval City. Explore historic canals, stone bridges, and Gothic architecture...
Jul 22, 2019 · Bruges (Brugge in Dutch), the capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in Belgium, is located in the northwest corner of Belgium. Bruges is a mere 44km from Ghent to the southeast and 145 from Brussels. The medieval center of Bruges is remarkably well preserved and is a UNESCO world heritage site.
