Travel to Bruges
The UNESCO World Heritage site that is Bruges, is a city rich in aesthetic treasures with numerous examples of splendid historical architecture which speaks volumes of its varied and fascinating heritage. The well deserved title of European Capital of Culture in 2002 brought Bruges even further into the limelight and helped add to its reputation as a popular visitor destination.
Transportation to Bruges
Bruges can be accessed with relative ease even though it does not have its own convenient airport. Most international visitors fly into the Brussels International Airport before transferring by train, bus or private vehicle to the city of Bruges.
Access from countries in the EU is possible by Eurolines bus service, while train services are available from neighbouring countries and major Belgian cities. If you have your own vehicle, the Belgian road network supports easy and speedy access to Bruges from most of the countrys major destinations.
What to See
The list of interesting visitor sites in Bruges is a lengthy one and anyone with an eye for classic architecture will feel right at home among constructions built in Gothic, Romanesque and other classic styles. Highlights to include on a day of sightseeing include Church of Our Lady, Belfry Tower and the Markt square.
Daytrips
Brussels is within driving distance from Bruges, or alternatively visitors can connect with the capital by train. The countrys capital city is home to a wealth of sights and attractions which are distributed fairly evenly across its Lower and Upper town areas. A list of attractions well worth visiting in Brussels includes the Grand-Place, Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of Musical Instruments and the Art Nouveau Horta Museum.
Activities and Leisure
Bruges is not a city renowned for its outdoor activity facilities and those wanting to get out will probably have to make do with the citys parks where walking and popular sports can be pursued. Visitors staying in reputable hotels will invariably find fitness centres available which are free-of-charge for guests. Leisure time might otherwise be occupied shopping at one of the citys prime retail spots or enjoying a movie at the cinema, a good meal at any of the many restaurants or a night on the tiles.
