Either way, the name comes from the Old Norse word for “wharf” — and Bruges did indeed arise as a trading centre. By the ...

On the face of it, Bruges’s statistics do sound alarming: 7 million tourists in 2023 set against a city population of just 120,000. But statistics can give a distorted impression.

Its beautifully preserved medieval heart, picturesque canals, and vibrant atmosphere make it every bit as scenic as Bruges, but with far fewer tourists. As you wander through the city centre ...

Since 2000, the Historic Centre of Brugge has been a UNESCO World ... the historic center is among the first places you should visit in Bruges, according to past visitors. Take time to wander ...

Some may recognise it from 2008 film In Bruges, starring Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson. If one charming square isn’t enough, then next door is the Burg, the centre of the city in the Middle ...

With a history that dates back to the 16th century, the De Halve Maan Brewery is a family-owned business that brews the Bruges city beer ... south of the Historic Centre of Brugge.