Bruges, the city that changed the world

Welcome to Bruges

Bruges a city that never changed since the year 1302 the year of the “Guldensporenslag”. When you stroll through the small curling streets in this city you breath and relive the middle ages. You wouldn’t even look surprised if a few knights in armor would appear just around the corner. Every person who loved this time period should go and visit Bruges as fast as possible. It is even more than this. Bruges is a city who defite the empire of France many times one of the biggest victories on France was the famous Guldensporenslag in 1302 when the army of Bruges won a heroic battle in Flanders fields against the superior forces and knight of the French. Although the victory was only a short one because 3 years later the french olbliviated the Flander’s army, the statue on the Main Market Square of Jan Breidel and Pieter de Coninck in the shadows of the famous belfry still remind of these heroic times.

If you ever plan to visit Bruges one should spend as much nights in Bruges possible in the Bruges hotels. The variety of hotels bruges is incredible. Some hotels in Bruges are even situated in very old medieval houses and for example in the hotel Relais Bourgondisch Cruyse you can truly sleep like a medieval prince. This particular hotel in Brugge is housed in a mansion who has one of the oldest façades in Bruges.

Bruges is a city that comes alive every season of the year. Many European cities are not always easy to visit during wintertime but Bruges is more than a beaty to visit when it is cold. During the christmas period Bruges is an absolute must-see, the magnificent decorations and Christmas lights bring Bruges alive a way you never saw before. If you are lucky and there is a strong cold winter in Belgium you might even be one of the lucky people to walk on the Bruges Canals. This will allow you to explore the city a whole other way. Too bad that this certainly doesn’t happen every year. There are a few hotels in Brugge located along thes canals and are the crème the la crème in Bruges

Sleep like a prince or princess

Bruges offer more than other Belgian Cities like Brussels or Antwerp a lot of very romantic luxury hotels Bruges. Most of these romantic de luxe hotels in Brugge are not that cheap but they are most certainly worth to stay in.

A few examples

The Pand Hotel Bruges is one of the finest in the city, it is situated on one of the best spots in the city centre. You’ll never have to walk long to get to your destination while staying in the Pand Hotel Brugge. The Pand hotel has won several prices and is highly recommend by most of the Luxury hotelmagazines.

Hotel Die Swaene in Bruges is another hotel in the city centre of Bruges. This hotel in Bruges offers even an indoor swimming pool and has a few suites that are located on water level which will enhance your stay for sure

Sleep as monk but comfortable

If you are unable to pay for one of the de luxe hotels Brugge, you can always find a few hotels in Bruges which are absolutely inexpensive. Those budget hotels in Bruges haved to be looked for but are certainly worth the money. As Bruges is a very touristic city and there are too few hotels in Brugge, it results that there are many budget hotels in Brugge of excellent quality.

A few examples

Hotel Notre Dame in Bruges is one of the only 1 star hotels in Bruges and is located in the historic city centre. This hotel would, when you enter it not seem like a 1 star hotel in Bruges because it is almost always full booked and thus has an excellent management. This hotel is certainly worth the money and is good choice as a budget hotel in Brugge.

Hotel Asiris in Bruges is a 2 star hotel in Bruges with an excellent reputation. Ideally situated and priced for the backpakkers amongst us. The hotel is situated at a 10 minute walk of the Main Market Square and the walk takes you through the beautiful surroundings of the curling alleys and will show you a part of Bruges where the normal visitor never would come.

Bruges has always had an exceptional attraction to tourists. This city is perhaps the best maintened city in Europe. Everything in this city is clean and tidy and is waiting for your arrival. Dining in Bruges is most certainly also without any problems. There are numerous restaurants where it is more than delightful to have your lunch or dinner Bruges.

Bruges, a city to come back to!

Visit Brussels and Antwerp from Bruges

Both Brussels and Antwerp are about 1 hour away from Bruges. Personally i do believe it is best to choose Bruges as a base opposed to hotels Brussels or hotels Antwerp. One will absolutely be more charmed by the hotels in Bruges than Brussels. Unless you have the possibility of staying in a luxury hotel in Brussels or a luxury hotel in Antwerp, that could be preferred as there a few 5 star hotel in Brussels which are absolute bargains during the weekend.

Brussels

Brussels is as the European Capital an absolute must-see during your stay in Brussels Belgium. The Royal Palace, The Grand Place, Manneken Pis are all very well known names when you are talking about Brussels. If you decide to stay a few nights in a hotel Brussel it is best to have a good look on the map where your hotel Brussel is actually situated as Brussels is quite big and hotel accommodation is numerous. You don’t wanna end up at the other end of the town is all your places of interest are 5 to kilometers away.

Antwerp

Antwerp is another Belgium city that has a lot to offer to visitors. Choose a good hotel in Antwerpen because Antwerp is different than Brussels or Bruges. Many Hotels Antwerpen are situated outside the city centre so have a good look on the city map. If you are looking for a budget hotel in Antwerp, I would recommend the hotel Rubenshof who has a very charming atmosphere.