The Flemish who live in this part of Belgium call this city “Brugge” (BROO-ghah), but the French half of the country (and ...

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

Bruges’ canals provided merchants smooth transportation, while new ideas, fads, and artistic techniques were imported and exported with each shipload. But silt soon began to clog the harbor ...

Have you ever been somewhere that felt so magical that you had to pinch yourself? That’s what visiting Bruges was like for me ...

Known as the Venice of the North, Bruges is a beautiful canal city with cobbled streets and medieval buildings. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, the city was once a significant part of ...

The Belgian capital is renowned across the world as the centre of European politics. There are over 2,250 international ...

If you have extra time, Rozenhoedkaai is worthwhile. Considered one of the most photographed areas of Bruges, Rozenhoedkaai, or Quay of the Rosary, is a picturesque spot where the Dijver and ...

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 ...

BEAUTIFUL Bruges in northwest Belgium is one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe. Its picturesque canals, cobbled streets and ancient squares make for the perfect photo backdrop ...