The Enchanting Tapestry of Brugge: A Historical Journey

The Sint-Christoffelkerk was a church in Brugge's city center, owned by the cathedral chapter and mainly used by the free fishermen's guild.

A museum dedicated to the history of potatoes and the production of Belgian fries, the Frietmuseum is the first and only museum of its kind, showcasing a fascinating story from its origins in Peru to its present-day popularity.

A 12th- to 13th-century church building that was demolished in 1786.

A unique chocolate experience awaits at Choco-Story, the Chocolate Museum, where visitors can witness chocolate-making and learn about the health benefits of this sweet treat. Owners Eddy and Cédric Van Belle, of Belcolade, have curated an interactive museum showcasing the art of chocolate-making in a historic 16th-century setting.

A lamp museum showcasing the historical development of domestic lighting, featuring a collection of around 6300 ancient items. The museum's prized exhibit is a lamp designed according to Leonardo da Vinci's drawings.

A Roman Catholic cathedral that was destroyed in 1799, with a Romanesque architectural style featuring an octagonal main building, tower, and sixteen-sided ambulatory, built in 950 AD to house the relics of Saint Donatian.

A 16th-century Renaissance building, the Old Civil Registry is one of the oldest in Flanders, featuring a richly decorated natural stone facade with carvings and bronze statues, and has been carefully restored to maintain its original beauty.

A minor basilica housing a venerated relic of the Precious Blood, a phial said to contain the blood of Jesus Christ, brought to Bruges by Thierry of Alsace after the 12th century Second Crusade.

A stunning example of late-Gothic monumental architecture, the Bruges City Hall boasts a rich history dating back to 1376-1421. Its flamboyant opulence reflects the city's economic and political power, featuring a pioneering stone facade that inspired other city halls in the region.

A war memorial, the Kartuizerinnenkapel is a former monastery chapel that now serves as a mausoleum for the fallen soldiers and victims of both World War I and World War II.

This museum showcases works by renowned artist Frank Brangwyn and features rotating exhibitions of fine art, situated in a beautiful, 17th-century building in Bruges' historic center.

A marble sculpture by Michelangelo depicting the Virgin and Child, featuring Jesus standing upright and Mary gazing down and away, characterized by High Renaissance Pyramid style and similarities with Michelangelo's Pietà.

A historical square in the city center, renamed Guido Gezelleplein in 1963, originally known as Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Kerkhof Noord.

A museum-quality Roman Catholic church, the Church of Our Lady features Gothic-inspired architecture, cross-vaults, and black and white tiled flooring, as well as ornate Baroque decorations and a notable sculpture of the Madonna and Child created by Michelangelo.

A 18th-century classical garden, formerly part of the Gruuthusedomein, situated near the Arentshuis in Brugge, featuring a gloriette, sculptures, and connections to the adjacent buildings and city squares.

A premier art museum in Bruges, that houses a stunning collection of Flemish and Belgian paintings spanning six centuries, featuring renowned artists such as Jan van Eyck, Hieronymus Bosch, and René Magritte.

A bronze statue of Guido Gezelle, a Flemish poet, stands on a stone base. The statue, created by Belgian sculptor Jules Lagae in 1930, displays Gezelle and bears the inscription "Ih levens licht soo ligt".

A stunning Roman Catholic cathedral, St. Salvator's Cathedral is also known as the Cathedral of the Saviour and St. Donat, serving as Bruges' main church and housing numerous artworks, unique wall-carpets, and a magnificent 99-meter-tall neo-Romanesque west tower.

A historic square in Brugge, named after Simon Stevin, featuring a bronze statue of the famous mathematician and physicist.

A medieval bell tower in the city centre, the Belfry of Bruges formerly housed a treasury, municipal archives, and served as an observation post for spotting fires and other dangers. The tower's 47 bells, weighing around 27.5 tonnes, regulate the city dwellers' lives and are played by a carillonneur on special occasions.