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🕰️ A Day Trip to Bruges from Brussels: Fairytale Streets, Canals & Chocolate Dreams

Just an hour from Brussels by train, Bruges (Brugge) is one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns — cobbled lanes, dreamy canals, and stepped-gable houses make it feel like stepping into a postcard. Here’s how to make the most of a perfect day in Bruges.

🚆 Getting There:
By Train: Direct trains run frequently from Brussels Central, Midi, and Nord stations to Bruges.
Journey Time: Approximately 1 hour.
Ticket Price: Standard second-class fare for young adults (under 26 years old) costs only €7.70.

🌆 Top Attractions & Photo Spots:
🏛️ Market Square (Markt)
The beating heart of Bruges, surrounded by colorful guild houses and buzzing with life. Perfect starting point.
🏰 Belfort (Belfry of Bruges)
Climb 366 steps for one of the best panoramic views in Belgium.
⛪ Basilica of the Holy Blood
Tiny, mysterious, and rich in legend. Housed in Burg Square, also worth a wander.
🌉 Boniface Bridge (Bonifaciusbrug)
One of the most photogenic corners of Bruges. Surrounded by ivy-covered walls and peaceful canals.
🎨 Church of Our Lady
Famous for its Michelangelo Madonna and Child sculpture and Gothic architecture.
📸 Lake of Love (Minnewaterpark)
Calm, romantic, and scenic — a great walk and photo spot, especially near Beguinage “Ten Wijngaerde”.
🕊️ Beguinage
White houses and a peaceful courtyard where Beguines (lay religious women) once lived. Very quiet and serene.
📍 Steenstraat, Wollestraat & Walstraat
Main streets for shopping, local chocolate, and architecture browsing.
✨Rozenhoedkaai View
Busiest and most famous view of Bruges, must visit photo spot!

🧇 What to Try in Bruges:
🍫 Belgian Chocolate
Stop at artisan chocolatiers like The Chocolate Line or Artisian for handmade pralines, truffles, and quirky chocolate art.
🧇 Waffles
Try a Brussels-style waffle (light and crisp) or Liège waffle (chewy and caramelized). Topped with fruit, chocolate, or simply sugar.
🍺 Belgian Beer
Enjoy a tasting at 2be Beer Wall — which has an epic display of every Belgian beer bottle imaginable — with terrace seating overlooking the canal.
🍟 Frites (Belgian Fries)
Crispy and golden, often served in paper cones with mayo or andalouse sauce. Find them at local friteries or street stalls.

💡 Bonus Tips:
Wear comfy shoes – cobblestones are beautiful but unforgiving.
Avoid midday crowds by starting early or lingering into the evening.
Bring cash – many small food stands and local shops prefer it.
Photos look amazing in natural light – Bruges is photogenic even on cloudy days.