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This is a smaller square than the market square but it is the oldest part of the city. Since the very beginning this has been the centre of municipal and political power. The count's castle used to be situated here on the Burg Square.
Tourist Information can be found in an old country house (Brugse Vrije) in Burg Square. This is a short distance to the South East of Markt Square, following Breidelstraat.
Other things to see on the Burg Square are: *City Hall: one of the oldest gothic city halls (1376-1420) of the Low Countries.
*Basilica of the Holy Blood: double chapel. On ground level : St. Basil's Chapel (1139-1149) in roman style. The first floor chapel, converted into gothic style in the 15th century, contains a.o. the famous Relic of the Holy Blood. Leave a Comment
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Pop into any European town and you'll find a market square, characterically built near the town hall and the city bell tower, marked with a gorgeous statue and surrounded by the town's prettiest buildings.
Bruges is no exempt and Grote Markt is just that . It's smack right in the centre of town and operates like a true market place every Wed morning from 8am to 1pm.
I joined in the crowds and enjoyed myself despite them. Afterall, the fresh produce, meats, cheeses and olives and a goofy vendor selling carrots kept me distracted.. Leave a Comment Directions: Take any bus from the Station to Centrum
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Bruges is a city with two town squares. The largest one is the Market, the commercial heart of medieval Bruges. The second square is called the 'Burg'. Here was, and still is, the heart of the administrative Bruges.
The market Square (Grote Markt) is free from traffic since October 1996. It has been completely refurbished and is now one of the most attractive parts of the city. The main monument is of course the belfry tower and the cloth hall. On the Northern side of the Market is the Provincial Court. It stands on the site were the medieval 'water halls' used to stand. This was a covered hall where the ships could unload their products for storage in the halls or for direct sale on the adjacent market.
Right in the middle of the square the statue of Jan Breydel and Pieter de Coninck can be seen. The other sides of the market are occupied by restaurants and shops located in former private houses as well as in guild houses. Leave a Comment
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One of the prettiest and most colourful city squares I have ever seen is the MARKET SQUARE in Brugge. The square was teeming with visitors both local and tourists. The square is usually closed to traffic so I don't know what these vehicles were doing there.Perhaps because there was a market going on.
I couldn't get enough of those distinctive red brick buildings which contributes to the charm of the square, which has been used as a marketplace since 958. Leave a Comment
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The first thing you should do when visiting Bruges is going to the Tourist Office. They offer some great walking tours to get acquainted with the highlights or off the beaten paths of Bruges.
The tourist office is located in a nice building on a lovely square called Burg. Leave a Comment Phone: + 32 (0)50 44 86 86Directions: Close to the Market SquareOther Contact: toerisme@brugge.be
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Here's another picture taken on Market Day. As mentioned, this is a must do activity if you're in Bruges on a Wed morning. Go early and buy a hearty lunch of beer, rotisserie chicken, chocolates and olives. Leave a Comment Directions: Take a bus from the train station to Centrum. I doubt you can miss the big market square
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The Markt Square is the logical starting point for any visit to Brugge, it is the heart and center of the city and one of the most picturesque sights. Here you'll find the Belfort (belfry) which rises from the old market hall, beautiful medieval buildings and lots of tourists. If you are inclined to go on a carriage ride, here is where you can pick one up.
In the center of the Square there's a monument to Pieter De Coninck, Dean of the Guild of Weavers and Jan Breydel, Dean of the Guild of Butchers, leaders of the Brugse Metten, a revolt against the French for imposing new taxes in 1302 by murdering anyone who could not correctly pronounce "schild en vriend" (shield and friend). Later the same year they went on to defeat the French knights in the Battle of the Golden Spurs.
Since the Markt Square is so heavily touristed, most of the restaurants lining the Square are overpriced tourist traps so do your research first if you don't want to waste a meal in Brugge. And trust me, you don't want to waste a meal in Brugge! Leave a Comment
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The City Square - actually named The Market Square (De Markt) is the main starting place for any touristic activity in Brugge. Personally, I think this is a jewel of a market square .. if only for being there worth a visit to Brugges :)
On the north side you can admire the neo-gothic building of the Provincial Court. Nowadays being the seat of West Flanders Provincial Court. Previously on this spot was the medieval Water Halls, which were covered halls where commercial ships could unload products for storage or for sale at the market (hence the name Markt/Market Square). Leave a Comment
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Brugge has two central squares. One is the Market Square - being in medieval times the commercial heart of the city, because of the trading activity (shipping, storage and market), and the other one is the neighbouring Burg Square - where you cand find the administrative part - the City Hall. Leave a Comment
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Arround Market Square you can find a lot of restaurants, cafes and frittes (french fries) stands. I guess is a tradition to eat some french fries with mayonnaise, ketchup or both in the Market Square - everybody does it. And they are pretty salty, so make sure you have plenty to drink. Also, I should warn you the restaurants at this particular location (well..it's the closest thing to the city center, the Belfry and everything..) are not quite cheap .. if you know what I mean. When hungry one can go walking on the streets and you will find eventually a place to eat suitable to your budget. Leave a Comment
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