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Historic Centre of Brugge, Bruges

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Step into Old World charm in Historic Centre of Brugge. Once a medieval settlement, this quiet city center still features preserved Gothic buildings and was at one time considered to be a major commercial city, due mainly to its port. Walk the cobbled streets to find endless chocolate shops, pubs featuring doubles and triples, and a mix of architectural styles. View the historic city on a boat tour through the canals, or sit back during a carriage ride through the canal-lined streets. If you've seen the film "In Bruges," you may want to take a guided tour, which can pinpoint major locations from the film. Add Historic Centre of Brugge and other attractions to your Bruges trip itinerary using our Bruges vacation tool.
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  • By zwischenbrugger
    Second visit, as we got much still to see. With this pandemic, it was very quite. Great to have been able to spot a few more hidden spots and visit the touristic spots in quietness.  more »
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    Love Bruges , visited several times and will visit again when time allows. Have a wander , have a beer , enjoy !  more »
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