Few small cities in Europe, in the world even, are as positively charming and beautiful as Bruges, Belgium. Located in the western part of the country, about an hour by train from Brussels or Antwerp, Bruges has a perfectly preserved medieval town center. In this post, I wanted to focus on the amazing beauty of the city through a selection of magical Bruges photos.
UNESCO World Heritage
With its gorgeous step-gabled houses, wonderful canals, cobbled streets and art museums, the entire old town center of Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are plenty of things to do in Bruges. You can spend days wandering the alleys, soaking up culture and visiting excellent restaurants and Belgian beer bars.
Bruges is without question one of the most beautiful medieval towns in Europe, a place that gets more popular among tourists each year. Incredibly photogenic, it’s a dream destination for photographers, especially in winter, when twinkling Christmas lights create a magical atmosphere and—if you’re lucky—a thin blanket of snow covers the rooftops and streets.
If the following magical Bruges photos don’t inspire you to visit this amazing town, I honestly don’t know what will!
14 Magical Bruges Photos
The Rozenhoedkaai is one of the most photogenic spots in Bruges.
Centuries-old houses along a canal, seen from the Bonifacius Bridge.
Pretty bridges and brick buildings characterize the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bruges town center.
No visit to any Belgian city is complete without trying a few classic Belgian beers.
Bruges’ long and rich history is visible throughout the town center, numerous statues honoring prominent residents.
Super-touristy yet a bunch of fun: a horse-drawn carriage rides through a maze of cobbled street.
The Minnewater – “Lake of Love” in English – is a gorgeous, romantic area in the heart of the Old Town.
One of Belgium’s most iconic buildings, the belfry of Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on its own!
This isn’t a particular attraction or anything, but it’s simply what the entire Bruges town center looks like.
The epicenter of Old Town Bruges is the Market Square, lined with gorgeous step-gabled houses and home to the towering belfry.
Christmastime in Bruges is nothing short of magical and enchanting.
The Rozenhoedkaai is so beautiful I figured I’d share two photos of it, this time in daylight.
Spending an hour or two people-watching on a brasserie patio is a “must”.
A picture-perfect canal reflection of the Church of Our Lady to finish off these wonderful Bruges photos!
Which of These Bruges Photos Was Your Favorite? Share Your Own Experiences in Bruges in the Comments Below?