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Brugge might look like a page torn from a medieval storybook — charming canals, gabled houses, and cobblestone alleys that seem frozen in time — but don’t let its postcard looks fool you. Beneath the preserved beauty lies a town that has weathered storms, led revolutions, and hidden a few secrets of its own. It’s a place where beer is science, art is sacred, and chocolate is practically a birthright.
There’s magic here — not the flashy kind, but the kind that sneaks up on you with every winding turn.
Let’s see what we discover.
Things you didn’t know about Brugge.
5. Brugge’s city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It’s one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, and walking through it feels like stepping into the 14th century — no time machine required.
4. Brugge once held more power than Brussels.
In the 12th to 15th centuries, Brugge was a dominant trade hub and cultural powerhouse, drawing merchants, bankers, and artists from across Europe.
3. Michelangelo has a sculpture here.
The Madonna and Child in the Church of Our Lady is one of the few Michelangelo works to leave Italy during his lifetime — and Brugge is its unexpected home.
2. There’s a beer pipeline beneath the city.
To reduce traffic in the old town, a 2-mile underground pipeline was installed to transport beer from the De Halve Maan brewery straight to the bottling plant. Innovation, Belgian-style.
1. Brugge’s canals were its lifeline — and now, its legend.
Nicknamed “the Venice of the North,” these canals once fueled trade and defense. Today, they serve up romance, reflection, and an unmatched sense of calm.
Bottom line.
Brugge doesn’t need to shout to be unforgettable. It whispers through its architecture, traditions, and quiet pride — offering wonder in the details and delight in every turn.
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