This city hall was over 600 years old and in open for public visits…read more Most of the first floor was freely accessible. A small gift shop and ticket counter was to the left after entering. After paying admission or scanning the Brugge Museum Card, all backpacks or large bags had to be stored in the free lockers behind the ticket desk before heading to the second floor. The main attraction was the Gothic room which was very ornate with epic paintings of Brugge history that wrapped around all four walls. Worth following along with the explanation placards (available at the entrance). A side room contained a VR map that traced the evolution of Brugge over time. Headphones needed to be set to your preferred language by the staff. After seeing the gothic room then head next door to the Renaissance Room (if it's open) or to the Basilica of the Holy Blood.

City Hall from 1376 in the Burg Square next to the Markt. There were benches & some greenery in…read morethis square. This is where locals get permits & licenses today. The beautiful square was filled with restaurants & shops.

From the owner: Un peu de brut et de mémoire dans un monde de sable Construit en 1878 dans le cadre du renforcement…read morede la défense de la Flandres littorale, le fort des Dunes a été bombardé par l'aviation allemande lors de la bataille de Dunkerque de 1940. Aujourd'hui le fort n'a plus de fonction stratégique. Des visites guidées sont organisées tous les samedis après-midi des mois de juillet et août par l'office de tourisme de Leffrinckoucke.

From the owner: Musiciens bienvenus Ce bar de la place du Minck affiche une décoration marine claire et réussie,…read moreconférant à l'endroit espace et tranquillité. Il est possible de déjeuner tous les jours de la semaine sauf le vendredi, la carte proposée se constitue essentiellement de plats régionaux et de poissons. Petit détail de taille, des instruments de musique sont à disposition de tous les mélomanes.

Bruges is just an amazingly impressive old town. Even though big in size at first glance, it's very…read moreeasy to walk and to get around. Most of it is pretty flat, so also suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Just be aware that some cobbled streets might make it a bit more difficult It's hard to describe what to see and what to do. Your options are endless and one day will not be enough. Just to see to historic center takes more than a day. And that's without visiting museums or taking a little river/canal cruise. Maybe plan the big must-do's. And after that ... or during ... it's just fun to stroll around and get lost in the streets and lanes of Bruges. Some of the sights you really should check out: - Belfort Tower - Markt / Marktplatz - Brugse Vrije - Stadhuis Brugge - Basiliek van het Heilig Bloed - De Burg Square - Huidenvettersplein - Nepomucenusbrug - Meebrug - Sint-Salvatorskathedraal - Bonifazius Bridge - Zuidzandstraat - Dijver - Rozenhoedkaai - Steenstraat - Sint-Amandsstraat And that's just to cover the biggest and most famous sights and streets. Belgian Waffles and chocolate. Give them a try. Surely a must-do. We sampled some. But sadly weren't convinced much. Nothing beats Swiss chocolate. An amazing old town. We really enjoyed it. One of the most pretty historic old towns we know. And we've seen many. Bruges. Really a place you must see at least once in your life. We love it and will be back one day.

Built in 1910 this bridge looks much older than it is because of the style of architecture. If you…read moreare walking south of the old Burg square towards the Church of our Lady, walk along the Djiver Canal. You will cross between Arentshof and Gruuthuse. Sitting on top of the bridge maybe one of the most pictureque views of Brugge. Seek it out when it's not crowded. It is one of the most tranquil places in the city with the cathedral as your backdrop and the canal below you.

This "Lovers Bridge" is picturesque, romantic and definitely worth searching out. Set near the…read moreGroeningmuseum and Church of Our lady it is a photographer's dream as it sits over a canal. Try to get there around dusk or early in the morning as the daytime brings lovers to not just steal a kiss but that perfect selfie or photo. Try to linger if you can and you can feel yourself delving back into a more romantic time. Despite the many people trying to get their selfies, it is not hokey at all but a true gem of a view and spot to sit and listen to the quiet of the canal once the tour boats have stopped speeding by. Romatically lit by the moon and little else, a sense of calm and detachment from the world will come over you as you ponder how lucky you are to be there with your significant other.

The Saint Eloi belfry gives you spectacular 360 degree view of the city of Dunkerque. It cost only…read more€3.30 and an elevator takes you to the bells and then another 64 steps take u to the top of the tower. Getting out of the elevator, I didn't see the steps to the top and instead went towards the Clarion bells. Then went down and saw the steps going towards the top - the staircase is super small and you have to be careful not to bump your head on the low ceiling. I didn't find the 64 steps very tiring and felt like got to the top super quickly - loved the spectacular view I got and glad paid the money to see the view from the top.

From the owner: Toute la ville du haut du Beffroi "Construite au 14e siècle, cette tour carrée de 58 mètres de haut…read moreétait à l'origine rattachée à l'église Saint-Eloi, située actuellement de l'autre côté de la rue. Le Beffroi, constitué de briques et décoré d'arcades pleines, en fut définitivement séparé au XVIIème siècle. Aujourd'hui, il abrite l'Office du Tourisme et le carillon de Dunkerque (avec 48 cloches, qui sonne toutes les heures la "Cantate à Jean Bart"). L'Office de Tourisme occupe le rez-de-chaussée. Il suffit d'emprunter l'ascenseur et l'escalier pour profiter d'une vue superbe sur la ville, le quartier balnéaire de Malo les bains et le port.