The residents of the city celebrate their main national holiday on July 21. On this day in 1831 the great King Leopold became the ruler of the kingdom, declaring its independence. Since that time July 21 has become a significant event and the time of conducting various folk festivals, which are traditionally accompanied by lively street performances, festivals and fairs.
Discovering the architecture of Brugge from bird's eye view! Belfort, Sint-Salvatorskathedraal, Sint-Annaplein, Church of the Sacred Heart, Kruis Gate, Stadsschouwburg Brugge, all those monuments are defining the image of Brugge … Open
Church of Our Lady, Sint-Jakobskerk, English Convent Bruges, Groeninge Museum, Sint-Walburgakerk, Stadhuis van Brugge, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Brugge … Open
The city of Bruges is the place where the counterpoint is seen at every step. An amazing combination of the astonishing medieval architecture of Western Europe and modern culture create the unforgettable atmosphere. By the way, did you know that Bruges is also called the "Northern Venice"? The number of channels and waterways flowing into the North Sea can spot Venice itself. Also, people of Bruges enjoy celebrating various holidays and welcome tourists from all over the world. The biggest attention they pay to religious holidays, and one of the most honoured is the Procession of the Holy Blood. It is the considerable religious event making a part of cultural heritage of the country. Annually, tens of thousands of people take part in a solemn procession, putting on suits of ancient knights and monks. This procession represents and reminds about the first crusades when the Flemish count received a sacred the relic of Blood of Christ.
Bruges is located in the Belgium province of West-Flanders that is approximately 2 hours away from Utrecht (Holland). In the 9th century this town was conquered by the Vikings, that's … Open
In the case, you missed Feest in 't Park in June, you will have the chance to have fun during another festival called Moods! It takes place at the end of July and in the first days of August. Within two full weeks, a lot of musical performances and unforgettable fireworks will be established in the most notable places of interest in Bruges like the yard of Beffroi belltower. In a unique environment, you will be able to enjoy the best national and international performances at one of eight evening concerts. Moreover, concerts will take place at Burg Square and the entrance is free.