5 reasons to go to Bruges, Belgium

Break out of Brussels for a day and get lost among the medieval narrow streets, hear a special tongue and marvel at the friendliness of the locals (in Bruges they are most often indigenous, unlike Brussels). The city of canals, northern Venice, the city is a fairy tale. Once not called Bruges.
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The whole old city of Bruges is protected by UNESCO. The business card is Market Square (Grote Markt). On the eve of the Christmas holidays, a huge ice rink is poured on the square, numerous fairs and souvenir tents are organized.

Well, according to tradition, our TOP-5 things to do in Bruges:
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1. Start exploring the city in the main square - Grote Markt.
2. Take a boat ride through the canals. A different view of the city comes off from the water than from embankments and pavements.
3. See the city from the top of the Belfort Tower. It was erected already in 1240 and has a height of 83 meters. The path to the top will pass through 366 steps.
4. Touch the blood of Christ. In the Basilica of the Holy Blood is a fragment of the cross on which Jesus was crucified.
5. See real windmills. When they are open, for 3-4 euros you can see how flour was produced before.
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And now we are not lazy and write in the comments what Brugge remembered for you.

It will be more convenient and affordable to get to Bruges from Brussels. There are buses and trains, car rental. All options are at your disposal.