Things to Do in Bruges

Bruges has remained largely unchanged since the 15th century, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status and the nickname 'Venice of the North' for its intricate canal system.

The Belfry of Bruges, a 13th-century bell tower in Markt Square, contains 47 bells and is one of the finest examples of Flemish architecture in Europe.

Bruges produces over 220,000 tonnes of chocolate annually and is home to more than 2,000 chocolate shops, making it a global chocolate capital.

The city's famous swans, which glide through its canals, were a gift from the Austrian Habsburg court in the 15th century and remain symbols of Bruges.

Bruges was a major medieval trading hub for the Hanseatic League and once rivalled Venice as Europe's wealthiest city during the 14th–15th centuries.

The Minnewater Lake, often called 'Lake of Love,' features in a local legend about a couple whose names were embroidered into the landscape itself.