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The medieval Belgian town of Bruges attracts hordes of visitors, but don't let that keep you away. Get lost on its back streets, away from the lace shops and waffle stands, and ride a bike along a quiet canal, sip beer in a tiny pub, or find a secluded bench to nibble fine local chocolate.

In this program, we start in Bruges to check into a medieval hospital, savor the exquisite art of Memling, climb a bell tower to get up close and fortissimo at a carillon concert, and sample fresh frites and the world's tastiest chocolate.

Apr 6, 2024 · Here’s the list of places I had on my “to visit” list for Bruges. Many are walk by or stop for a photo and don’t take long to see. We did take a canal ride as well as the Quasimodo Flanders Fields WW-I tour.

Aug 12, 2010 · To commemorate the Smithsonian Presents Travels with Rick Steves magazine — now on sale online, and at newsstands nationwide — Rick is blogging about the 20 top destinations featured in that issue. One of those destinations is Bruges, Belgium.

Dec 27, 2024 · I had 5 nights in Bruges in Sept./Oct. 2023. I stayed at the Dukes’ Academie (not to be confused with the Hotel Dukes’ Palace). It was a decent hotel, great location.

The medieval Belgian town of Bruges attracts hordes of day-trippers – but don't let that keep you away. While the ultimate sight is the quaint town itself, the city also entertains with an infectious passion for good living. And it hides some sweet surprises. The Flemish who live in this part of Belgium call this city “Brugge,” but the French half of the country (and English speakers ...

Aug 14, 2022 · We just visited Bruges for the first time in April 2022 and stayed at a wonderful B&B called The Townhouse. They only have 4 rooms but we absolutely loved the place and the owners are wonderful! Everything in Bruges is walking distance so …

4 days ago · Rick Steves’ Europe: Sweet surprises in Bruges Rick Steves' Europe February 4, 2025 Bruges’ dreamy canal was essential to its early history as a trading center. (Rick Steves, Rick Steves’ Europe) The medieval Belgian town of Bruges attracts hordes of day-trippers – but don’t let that keep you away. While the ultimate sight is the ...

Learn how Bruges, once a textile trading center, became a backwater when its port silted up — yet thrives again today, fueled by fine chocolates, carillon concerts, and well-preserved historic and holy sites.