5 Stunning Outdoor Spots to See in Bruges

Delia Tugui | January 29, 2016

2. Burg Square is ready to welcome you

Our next stop is the second largest market in Bruges and the city’s administrative center that gathers some of the finest buildings. This medieval, opulent place hosts not only the City Hall (a white sandstone monument with prickly steeples and Gothic arches), but also lots of souvenir shops and pubs serving delicious Belgian specialties. Burg Square blends historic architecture with sculptures and golden decorations, so there is no chance you’ll remain unimpressed.

Andrew Bowden

Other key landmarks on the square are the Holy Blood Basilica (the Romanesque interior will leave you speechless), the Bishop’s Palace and the Old Civil Registry (with its perfectly-proportioned Renaissance windows).

You’ll have the chance to see six centuries of architecture — not to mention that Burg Square is also the scene of local fairs and outdoor concerts.

What else could you ask for? A new, magnificent place, of course! Curious? You better be, because I’ve got you covered, so let’s move forward!

Andrew Bowden

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