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So how do I get there?

It's so simple to drive to Bruges from either Calais or Zeebrugge, but to make it even easier take a look at these Google route planners:

From Calais »
(approx. 1hr 15mins)

From Zeebrugge »
(approx 23mins)

 

 

Video: romantic break

Romantic break in Bruges

In this video clip, follow P&O customers Shahriar and Aneta as they plan, book and travel on a last-minute weekend break to Bruges using our Dover-Calais ferry.

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Bruges

bruges

The renowned City of Romance, an ideal location for a cultural city break.

Bruges is the acclaimed city of romance and an ideal location for a cultural city break. Suspended in time centuries ago, Bruges is now one of Western Europe’s most visited medieval cities and picturesque market squares, dreamy canals and whitewashed almshouses all evoke a world long since past. The medieval city of Bruges is renowned throughout the world for its charming architecture and the Bruges old town resembles an island, surrounded by a ring of canals. At the centre of the island are the Markt and Burg squares, around which city life revolves. On the Markt Square, you will discover one of the city's most impressive monuments, the Belfry and Cloth Hall.

Is there a local speciality?
This is Belgium and therefore it has got to be mussels! Be sure not to forget the frites and mayonnaise though. Also when in Bruges, sample the traditional Bruges chocolate Swaentje (Swan). A Swaentje, a symbol of the city of Bruges, represents everlasting love.

Any good activities around?
Why not take a visit to the Church of Our Lady to see Michaelangelo’s Madonna & Child as well as enjoy evening entertainment at Bruges’ Concertgebouw, featuring international concerts and local performances. Another way to see Bruges is to jump on a bike or get hold of an ‘In Bruges’ movie map and follow the footsteps of Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleason to the Basilica of the Holy Blood and the Groeninge Museum.

Bruges City Card
Make even more of your stay in Bruges with the exclusive Bruges City Card. This Card offers FREE admission to 24 museums and sights, a FREE boat tour of the Reien canals and a City tour bus. It also entitles you to a 25% discount on museums and sights around Bruges, on concerts, bicycle rental and underground car park.
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When's market day?
Every Wednesday (8am -1pm) the Market Square in Bruges plays host to a mind-boggling choice of handmade and local produce. If you miss, this however, check out Bruges’ Saturday Market on the T'Zandt Square (8am – 1pm) where you’ll find clothing and local produce.

Interesting town fact
Bruges was once a flourishing trading centre, home to many rich merchants who were responsible for the city’s unique architecture. Nowadays, Bruges attracts an altogether different visitor. People come from far and wide to explore the cobbled streets and old guild houses. The entire city is also now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.