Bruges is a city that defies classification. This art city has earned its fame in Europe through its impressive cultural heritage. In the year 2000, the historic city centre of Bruges was named to the list of Unesco World Heritage. Its medieval street pattern, meandering canals and green ramparts enthral many visitors each year!

Thanks to its historical buildings, its esteemed kitchen and its broad variety of shopping and recreational facilities, this cosy, cosmopolitan city has all it takes to live up to its reputation as a renowned centre for citybreaks and corporate meetings.

Bruges is a city in constant evolution. The title of "Bruges 2002 - Cultural Capital of Europe" was an enormous boost for the cultural life in the city. Bruges is today a sparkling city for both young and old.

In order to make it more comfortable for you to plan your visit to Bruges, have a closer look at following sections of this website:

• Highlights of Bruges - cultural Heritage, historical monuments, world-famous museums, ...
• Events at Bruges - concerts, music festivals, Holy Blood procession, ...
• City Map of Bruges - to download
• Our Insiders Guide - shopping and dining tips, evening out, rent-a-bike, bycicle tours, canal boat trips, walking tours, ...
• Winter in Brugge - enjoy a stay in wintery Bruges
• Outside Bruges - visits to Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, Battlefields, Ostend, Belgian Coast, Lille, ...
• The Holiday Calender - an overview of major holiday periods in different countries
• Weather Forecast