The Markt has been the beating heart of Bruges for centuries, which is dominated by the 83 m high Belfry, the pride of the city. If you visit the Belfry and climb the tower, you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view. On the Markt itself, admire the imposing Provincial Court, the many colorful stepped gables and the statue of Jan Breydel and Pieter de Coninck.

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Simon

April 19, 2021

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With its imposing tower, the Belfry dominates the Market! Inside were tower guards who kept an eye on the city and sounded the alarm in the event of disaster or fire, and the Belfry clock regulated the craftsmen's work and rest times. Until the 18th century, the Belfry was also used as a repository for the municipal archives, money boxes and city stamps. In the old town halls under the Belfry, goods were stored and traded, just like in the Waterhalle.
Fun fact: The Historium Tower offers the perfect spot for a selfie with the Belfry!

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Dirk V 🚲 🚶📷

July 3, 2022

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A number of halls originally stood on the site of the current belfry. The commercial elite in Bruges decided around 1240 to replace the timber construction with a stone complex …

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Elevation 10 m

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Location: Brugge, Bruges, West Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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