Top Must-Sees During Your Bruges City Break
Charming Bruges is an excellent destination for a weekend mixing history and architecture with Belgium's terrific chocolate and beer.
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Enjoy History and Culture on City Break in Bruges
It will only take one city break to Bruges to make you fall in love with this Belgian fairytale town, a well-preserved medieval settlement with winding cobbled streets and cathedrals at every turn. Discover the picturesque cityscape from the top of the Belfry, sample the local beer, and when the day-trippers have left, see Bruges illuminated under the night skies. And if you think Bruges is scenic in summer, you should see it in winter.
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Belfry of Bruges
A focal point of the city since 1240, climb the 366 steps of Bruges’ most famous landmark and the view over Market Square and the Belgian countryside will be your reward. Time it right and you will hear the Belfry chime.
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De Halve Maan Brewery
Take the tour of this fascinating brewery, which has been making the city’s favourite tipple since 1856, and enjoy a Brugse Zot on the house afterwards.
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Lake of Love
Bruges is a romantic city, and hidden away in the charming area of Minnewater you'll find the Lake of Love. It's said that if you kiss your beloved while crossing its bridge, your love will become eternal.
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Choco Story
No city break in Bruges is complete without a tour of Choco Story. Find out how a country came to make some of the best chocolate in the world, and indulge in a couple of free samples along the way.
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Basilica of the Holy Blood
Among the numerous cathedrals in Bruges, there is one that houses a very special item. In this basilica is a relic of the Holy Blood of Christ, drops of Jesus' blood believed to have been collected by Joseph of Arimathea.
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Information about city break to Bruges
| 💳 Highest rates | in December |
|---|---|
| 🥳 Busiest month | January |
| 🛏️ Popular accommodation types | Bed and breakfast rental and Apartment rental |
| 🌡️ Warmest weather | 22 °C in August and July |
| 🥶 Coldest weather | January and February |
| 🌧️ Rainiest months | January and November |
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city break to Bruges: frequently asked questions
city break to Bruges: what's the average price for the holiday rental?
Holiday apartments are currently available within the average price range of £204 - £230 and discounts of as much as 9%!
How many lettings are available to book for a weekend getaway in Bruges?
You can find more than 2,744 holiday homes available in Bruges with prices starting at £67 per night.
What types of holiday lettings are available for city break to Bruges?
The most popular types of holiday homes for city break to Bruges are Bed and breakfast rental and Apartment rental.
Do many apartments in Bruges include a pool?
Absolutely, over 9% of holiday homes in Bruges come with a pool.
The Weather in Bruges
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