Must-do's in Bruges
A city trip in Bruges is only really complete if you have visited some of the classics. Such as De burg, the Grote Markt and the Begijnhof. Some of these historic places have a long history that you can learn a lot from. The following attractions are must do’s in Bruges.
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Must do #1: Burg square
The Burg is the center of the center. It is located just to the Grand Place. On the Burg you will find impressive buildings with 14-century gothic details. The Town Hall of Bruges is located on the Burg. And what could be more romantic?
Getting married in the heart of Bruges! If you are staying in Bruges during the Triennial, you have another chance to spot a real work of art on the Burg. A real must-do!
Must do #2: Beguinage
The beguinage in Bruges is surrounded by small white houses and was founded in 1245. This was once the home of the Beguines emancipated lay women who nevertheless led a pious and celibate life. Today the nuns of the Order of Saint Benedict live in the romantic houses. Enjoy the silence in the courtyard and take a romantic walk there.
Must do #3: The Flemish primitives
The Flemish primitives is a collective name for several museums in Bruges.
Saint Saviour’s Cathedral, Saint John’s Hospital, Historium Bruges, Saint Jacob’s church, Gruuthuse Museum and Groeninge Museum. Here you will find the story of the creation of Bruges, the works of Hans Memling, Jan Van Eyck and many more Flemish primitives.
Walking through the museums is always a must do in Bruges.
Must Do #4: Canals of bruges
The canals of Bruges have been an eye-catcher in the city center for centuries. They meander through Bruges, allowing you to enjoy a different view around every corner. Take a boat trip and enjoy the secret gardens, the romantic bridges and the beautiful medieval views of the historic buildings. Imagine yourself just like the swans on the water.
During the boat ride you will also pass some of Bruges’ great, well-known points, such as the smallest window, the rozenhoedkaai, brewery de halve maan and the Jan Van Eyck square. We recommend it (as long as you don’t get seasick)!
Must Do #5: Minnewater
The most romantic must do in brugge!The one and only Lake of Love, the minnow park. The idealistic atmosphere and a love legend together and you get the romantic minnewater. The legend is about Minna and Stromberg, the Bruges Romeo and Juillet. Minna, according to legend, drowned in the lake and to commemorate her, the park and lake were named “minnewater.”
Whether this legend is entirely true? Who will say but, do you want to make a romantic story yourself? according to rumors, it turns out that if you kiss on the bridge, you stay together forever and face a bright future.
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