Nicknamed the "Venice of the North" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bruges, capital of the province of West Flanders, lies inland, not far from the coast. Its port is in Zeebrugge, 19 km from the center. To get to Bruges, you'll need to make an excursion during your stopover at the cruise terminal in the port of Zeebrugge. One day is not enough to discover the main attractions of charming Bruges.An ideal setting for a stroll, the city is much sought-after by tourists and couples in love. So be patient if you visit in high season. The many canals winding lazily through the city offer the perfect opportunity to take a stroll along the water's edge, discovering the authentic Bruges and its history. Horse-drawn carriages and bicycles are also very pleasant ways to visit the city. Whatever the season, Bruges will seduce you with its most enchanting face. One of the city's jewels remains its historic heart, full of artistic and architectural treasures, civil, religious and military monuments, but it has also adapted to modern times, giving pride of place to contemporary art and architecture. The city's many museums showcase a diversity of collections ranging from Flemish primitives to contemporary art. Another of the city's major assets is its lace, which made Bruges the lace capital of Europe in the 16th and 17th centuries. You can still watch these talented little hands at the Centre de la Dentelle.Finally, a stroll around Bruges is often accompanied by a gastronomic stop, and here you'll be spoilt for choice: chocolate shops, charming restaurants, tempting tearooms...

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The best time to go to Bruges is between June and September, when the temperatures become more pleasant and the rain less frequent. But December, even if it is cold and wet, can also be a good time to spend a few days for the Christmas markets and animations. Like any tourist city, remember to book your accommodation before your stay to avoid any unpleasant surprises. Also check the schedule of festivities: visiting Bruges during the Carnival can be very exotic!

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Belgium's oceanic climate, influenced by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream as well as prevailing westerly and southwesterly winds, is characterized by moderate temperatures and a rainfall rate equivalent to that of Normandy. The temperature differences between winter and summer are quite small and Flanders is one of the regions where the weather is the best all year round.

Budget

The currency in Bruges is the euro. As a European country, the prices (restaurants, accommodation, transport...) are about the same as in other tourist cities in Northern Europe (except for the capitals). Moreover, beer (fortunately) is cheap: all the more reason to go there!

Procedures

For European Union nationals and Swiss citizens, a valid or expired identity card or passport less than five years old is sufficient to travel to Bruges; for Canadian nationals, a passport is required. Unaccompanied minors must be in possession of a permit to leave the country.

Health

With a real overcapacity in hospitals, Belgium has excellent health conditions. There are no risky diseases in Bruges and no vaccinations are required. However, check that your vaccinations (DT Polio... are up to date). There are many pharmacies where you can get the same medicines.

How to go to Bruges - Brugge? Our advice & tips

There are many travel agencies offering packages to discover Bruges. The most common ones are getaways (3 days and 2 nights or 4 days and 3 nights) and long weekends. However, apart from economic reasons, it is not very relevant to visit Bruges on a package tour. Offers that combine Bruges, Ghent and Ostend, for example, are much more interesting.

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Getting to Bruges (by train or car) and visiting it alone is very easy. The city is safe (but be careful with pickpockets). Public transport and hotel facilities are abundant, you can make your choice. Bruges is a city that lends itself above all to romantic stays, so don't hesitate to bring your half!

The bus network is very well developed in Bruges and it remains the best public transport to get around the city. But it is on foot or by bike (Bruges is THE city of bikes) that you will best discover this human-sized city.

A short boat trip on the canals, or a carriage ride through the cobbled streets, will allow you to visit the "Venice of the North" from another angle.

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When to travel?

The best time to go to Bruges is between June and September, when the temperatures become more pleasant and the rain...
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Weather forecast

Belgium's oceanic climate, influenced by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream as well as prevailing westerly and southw...
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Budget

The currency in Bruges is the euro. As a European country, the prices (restaurants, accommodation, transport...) are...
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Formalities

For European Union nationals and Swiss citizens, a valid or expired identity card or passport less than five years ol...
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Health

With a real overcapacity in hospitals, Belgium has excellent health conditions. There are no risky diseases in Bruges...
Read more about it

How to travel by yourself?

Getting to Bruges (by train or car) and visiting it alone is very easy. The city is safe (but be careful with pickpoc...
Read more about it

How to get organized?

There are many travel agencies offering packages to discover Bruges. The most common ones are getaways (3 days and 2...
Read more about it

Getting around

The bus network is very well developed in Bruges and it remains the best public transport to get around the city. But...
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