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The Belfort dates from the 13th Century with the final storey added in the 15th. It is located in the Market square (Markt) and all 83 metres of it can be seen for miles around. A wooden spire once held its' position on the top of the tower but this was destroyed by lightening in 1483 and then by fire in 1741. To get a great view of the City and surrounding area you can climb the 366 steps to the summit - not for the fainthearted as I've been told the spiral staircase is quite challenging! There is also a small museum to be seen which I believe was being renovated in early 2012.
The Belfort is open daily; 9.30 - 5pm there is an admisson charge.
Written Feb 12, 2012
Address: Markt 7
Website: http://www.brugge.be/internet/en/musea/bruggemuseum/belfort/index.htm
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The Belfry of Bruges or Belfort is a medieval Bell tower in the historical centre of the city.One of the city's most prominent symbols it houses a treasury and municipal archives,and served as an observation post for spotting fires and other dangers.A narrow steep staircase of 366 steps,accessible by the public for an entry fee leads to the top of the 83-metre high building,which leans about a metre to the east.To the sides and back of the tower stands the former market hall,a retangular building with an inner courtyard.The Belfry is also known as'Halletoren' meaning 'Tower of the Halls'.
The tower was opened in 1240 then re-built in 1280 due to a fire which destroyed most of the city.There were 48 bells in the tower at the end of the 19th century,today they number 47.Each weighs about 27.5 tonnes.
The Belfry is open from 9.30am till 5pm(except monday's) and is 8 euros entry fee.
Written Feb 3, 2012
Address: Brugge Belfort,Markt 7,8000.
Phone: +3250448686
Website: www.brugge.be/internet/en/bruggemuseum
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One of the common themes in many of the towns and cities of Flanders is the presence of the Belfry or Belfort in or near the town square (Markt). Brugge is no exception and it's octagonal belfort built between the 13th and 15th centuries dominates the wide open space of the Markt. The tower rises to 83 metres and there are some excellent views from the top, although I prefer the unexpected glimpses of the Belfort that you get as you meander around the streets of central Brugge.
Written Jan 1, 2012
Address: Markt
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EXPLORE this wonderful, magnificent city.......do whatever you can do,:
climb the Belfry,
make a boat tour and .....
enter the Bookshop (see my TRAVELOGUE)
and buy Gaston de Smet's fabulous book!
a better keepsake than the many 'normal' souvenirs!
Don't forget to sit down at one of the numerous (street)caffees for a nice cool glass of Belgian BEER.....
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Climb the 366 steps up (and down!) a spiral staircase to the top of the bell tower for some amazing panoramic views of Brugge. There are places to stop along the way to the top, so you can catch your breath, but there isn't room for two to go up/down at the same time, so be aware.
Updated Mar 5, 2011
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The Market square is dominated by the Belfort, a mediaeval belfry tower built between 1482 and 1486. Standing 83 metres high and with 366 steps the tower dominates the market square. Visitors can climb to the top to admire the panoramic view of the city passing the clock carillon of 47 bells which ring every 15 minutes.
In the market-place of Bruges stands the belfry old and brown;
Thrice consumed and thrice rebuilded, still it watches o'er the town.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
June 2010
Updated Jul 1, 2010
Address: Markt 7, Brugge 8000
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I always love going up towers when I am in a new city I have not visited before...it gives a great panoramic view. And in Bruges, the Belfry does not dissapoint!
This 88 metre tower from 13th-14th century houses the former city treasury. I don't think the treasures are there anymore, but the the view from the top is the real treasure!
You will aprreciate the beauty of Bruges after climning 366 steps that takes you past the impressive clock mechanism and the famous 47-bell carillon.
Definitely not a place to missed in Bruges!
Updated Feb 11, 2009
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If you have only enough time for one attraction in Bruges, then this should be it. The Belfort offers the best view of the city. Just take your time going up; it's a challenging climb on a very narrow, 366-step spiral staircase.
The Belfort, or belfry, is where the city's treasures were once kept, such as its royal charter and money. It was originally built in 1240, but destroyed by fire. The present one dates to the late 15th century.
The Markt Hallon, or Market Hall, was a center of trade, located at the tower's base. The city's main industry was its cloth. Here, merchants sold cloth to buyers from all over Europe.
Written Jan 26, 2009
Address: Markt - 8000 Brugge
Phone: 050 405611
Website: http://www.trabel.com/brugge-mapslist.htm
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This is good 'first' thing to do after looking around the Markt. There is a nominal admission fee of about 6.00 Euros - and it is worth it! The view is quite remarkable and it isn't that difficult of a climb. Beware though.... we got to the top as the bells started chiming! It was very loud!
Updated Jun 17, 2008
Address: The Grote Markt
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We arrived in Brugge by bus from the train station located just outside of the city center. The bus stopped in the Markt Square. Upon leaving the bus the first thing we saw was the domineering Belfort. It literally seems to take ove the entire square. The tower is open for tourists and you can climb the 366 steps to the top which rises 272 feet above the Markt Square. The view from the top is breath taking. You can see most of the city and get a feel for where you want to walk later. There is a nominal fee for climbing the tower. We were here in late May and the weather was still quite cool. We had not brought jackets and should have. As we climbed the tower we began notice how cool it actually was and we were a little uncomfortable that morning. As the day grew the temperatures got a little warmer. I understand that during the high tourist season its very crowded in Brugge. Luckily for us, in late May the large groups of tourist had not arrived yet and we had the city and the tower to ourselves for the most part. The tower dates back to the 13th and 15th century.
Updated Jun 17, 2008
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