Brussels or Bruges which city to visit?
Updated June 16, 2023 by pierre
Bruges or Brussels it depends on what you want to do…
That's it, you're going to Belgium! You hesitate between Bruges or Brussels, but you would not like to find yourself in Hoût-si-plou between the two? You would like to be able to visit one of these two Are you comfortable? Every year, Brugge attracts more and more tourists! This article is for you!
You only have one romantic day: go to Bruges
It's Valentine's Day? His birthday? Better yet, your wedding anniversary. Without hesitation, choose Bruges. Bruges is more romantic than Brussels. Park your car in the big free parking just before the station and walk to the beguinages (places where the nuns lived) to then reach the center. The city of Bruges is not huge. You can pick up your car at the end of your stay. Bruges is called the little Venice of the north ». In addition, the city center is very well preserved, with small canals, typical alleys etc… There are quite a few possible visits, museums, etc. As soon as night falls, do not hesitate to cross these bridges and footbridges as well as from alleys to alleys. Bruges is located in the Dutch-speaking region. But don't worry with a little English, we'll do just fine.
You spend more than 2 days: go to Brussels
If you want to stay more than two days, choose Brussels. You might get bored in Bruges, because it's not very big. In Brussels, no matter the day of the week, there is something to do. Staying in Brussels does not mean that it is impossible to see the city of Bruges. On the contrary, it is possible for you from Brussels central station to go to Bruges for an excursion. The trip takes a little over an hour. Bruges is therefore a city to see absolutely at least for a day.
Want to party? Brussels
Are you coming to visit, both romantic and festive? Opt for Brussels. If you want to go out at night, party, see people, you will not find the same atmosphere in Bruges as Brussels. Brussels is full of small bars at " Happy Hours » and places to go out for example on Saturday evening. Bruges is more picturesque and quiet. Nothing prevents you if you stay three days in Brussels to spend a romantic night in brugge the first day and then go to Brussels to
- Meet locals in Brussels
- Go shopping buy cheap chocolate
- Attend the vintage market on Sunday
- Have a drink on a Rooftop of the capital.
In summary, if you hesitate between Bruges or Brussels…
In summary. If you want to meet people and go out, party, speak only French, you are interested in new art, are attracted by an international atmosphere, great museums, take the tram and the metro: go to Brussels
If you want to spend a quiet romantic weekend. For those who don't like cities but prefer medieval towns, specialized museums such as lace, are attracted by the canals and small romantic bridges: go to Brugges for the visit of a romantic city
