Bruges - the Venice of the north - is the rising star of Europe's well-preserved medieval towns. The Belgian town is a joy on foot and a touristic pincushion of fun sights and activities.
Bruges, Belgium's most visited city, is a city with many attractions. In this podcast Hostelworld.com's Colm Hanratty speaks to Anne De Meerleer from Bruges' tourist office to and discover these range from a basilica with the blood of Christ and a host of canals.
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Download Bruges Pocket Guide View all guides »I wanted to go to Belgium to have beer and chocolate and I wasn't disappointed. Seems like every second store in Bruges is a tiny pub or a chocolaterie. And they all seem to be great!
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Almost everyone those I meet in Bruges are there because of the movie (In Bruges). This is a beautiful city. Historical places protected very well. But other than this there is not so much thing to see. But I'm happy to been there and see the city. But if you have very big expectations about this place you get disappointed.
Its a nice city to visit, good food, a lot of beers and chocolate to taste, really beautiful architecture. Didn't go to a lot of museums but there are a lot to know if you want and have time to. The winter may be cold but with some good clothes you are just fine and maybe can catch some snow if you're lucky!
Insider Tip:Rent a bike if it is possible, have a map with you 'couse there are no much of information in the streets and they language is impossible to understand hehe. Eat fries, chocolate, moules, try to drink as much beers as you can 'couse there are A LOT of them and they're really cheap.
Bruges is the most beautiful city I've ever visited. It's also full of the crankiest locals I've ever encountered. That said, the amount of tourists these people deal with on a yearly basis is astronomical so I can understand where their frustration lies but it really takes away from the experience of 'Bruges' when no one really wants you there.
Very quaint and beautiful place. Tourist infested so may have to queue up for popular attractions. Food is slightly pricy, do not get cheated!
Insider Tip:For young travellers, head over to the tourist information counter to get a 'use it' map specially for young travellers! has all the tips to good cheap food and fun night outs
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