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7-Day Trip to Bruges, Belgium

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7-Day Trip to Bruges, Belgium

Day 1: Bruges Market Square

20 minutes (1.2 km) walk from the train station

Experience the heart of Bruges and its Gothic style city hall. Try Belgian waffles and take a horse-carriage ride (optional).
Day 2: The Groeningemuseum

15 minutes (1.2 km) walk from Bruges Market Square

Admire the works of Flemish Primitives up to current artists within the museum's stunning Gothic architecture.
Day 3: Belfry of Bruges

5 minutes (350 meters) walk from The Groeningemuseum

Climb the iconic 13th century tower for a beautiful view of the Bruges skyline. Try the "Brugse Zot" beer at the nearby Brewery De Halve Maan.
Day 4: Basilica of the Holy Blood

11 minutes (800 meters) walk from Belfry of Bruges

Discover a 12th century chapel which contains a vial with a cloth that is said to be soaked with Jesus Christ's blood. Great photo op for history enthusiasts.
Day 5: The Church of Our Lady

17 minutes (1.3 km) walk from Basilica of the Holy Blood

Take a photo next to the 122 meters high brick tower, the second tallest brickswork tower in the world. Marvel at Michelangelo's Madonna and Child if it's not under restoration.
Day 6: De Halve Mann Brewery

13 minutes (1 km) walk from The Church of Our Lady

Take a 45-minute tour of the last working brewery in Bruges and sample the beer. Enjoy a scenic stroll around the brewery to the tranquil Beguinage courtyard.
Day 7: Paddle Boating in Minnewater Lake

10 minutes (650 meters) walk from De Halve Mann Brewery

Take in the serene beauty of the lake with a 30-minute paddle boating excursion. Admire the white swans and the Lover's Bridge.

Time and Costs Estimates

City hall (1 hour, free)
Groeningemuseum (2 hours, €12)
Belfry of Bruges (1 hour, €10)
Basilica of the Holy Blood (45 minutes, free)
The Church of Our Lady (1 hour, €6)
De Halve Maan Brewery (2 hours, €12.50)
Minnewater Lake (30 minutes, €8)

Total Estimated Costs: €48.50

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a half-day trip to Damme, a medieval town just 6 km from Bruges. Alternatively, add an extra day trip to Brussels, the capital of Belgium.

If you have less time, remove day 7 or shorten the duration of some activities. Some places offer discounted tickets online, so be sure to book in advance to save time and money.

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