Bruges City Hall, Bruges

Name: Bruges City Hall
Address: Burg 12, Bruges, 8000, Belgium
Telephone: +32 50 44 87 11

#14 among attractions in Bruges

Gothic architecture, Architecture, City hall, Museum, More...

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Facts and practical information

The City Hall of Bruges, Belgium, is one of the oldest city halls in the entire Netherlands region. It is located on Burg Square, the area of the former fortified castle in the centre of Bruges. ()

Local name: Hôtel de ville de Bruges Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 51°12'29"N, 3°13'37"E

Address

Burg 12Centrum (Sint-Walburgakerk)Bruges 8000 Belgium

Contact

+32 50 44 87 11

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Day trips

Bruges City Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Belfry, Basilica of the Holy Blood, Church of Our Lady, Groeningemuseum.

~510 ftW
Medieval bell tower on market square
Belfry, Bruges
3 min walk • Rising majestically above the medieval skyline of Bruges, the Belfry of Bruges is an iconic symbol of the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This medieval bell tower, standing at a height of 83 meters, is a testament to the city's prominence in the Flemish...
~60 ftW
Church and pilgrimage site with holy relic
Basilica of the Holy Blood, Bruges
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, the Basilica of the Holy Blood is a revered church that holds a profound place in the city’s history and religious life. This Romanesque and Gothic architectural jewel is most famous for housing a venerated relic: a cloth...
~1400 ftSW
Spire-topped church and Michelangelo art
Church of Our Lady, Bruges
7 min walk • The Church of Our Lady in Bruges, Belgium, stands as a towering testament to the city's rich medieval heritage. With its brick spire reaching an impressive height of 122 meters, it is one of the tallest structures in the country and a remarkable example of the soaring...
~1030 ftS
Museum of classical Flemish art
Groeningemuseum, Bruges
5 min walk • The Groeningemuseum, nestled in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, is a premier destination for art enthusiasts and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region. Known for its extensive collection of Flemish and Belgian paintings, the museum offers visitors an...
~1560 ftSW
Art-filled religious edifice with tower
St. Salvator's Cathedral, Bruges
8 min walk • St. Salvator's Cathedral, an iconic church in Bruges, Belgium, stands as a prominent feature of the city's skyline. It's the main church of the city and a site where history and artistry converge. Although not as towering as the famed Belfry of Bruges, the cathedral's...
~1220 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Gruuthusemuseum, Bruges
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bruges, a medieval gem of Belgium, the Gruuthusemuseum offers a captivating journey through the city's rich history and culture. Housed in the palatial residence of the Lords of Gruuthuse, this museum stands as a testament to the opulent...
~720 ftNW
Popular central plaza with dining
Markt, Bruges
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, lies the historic Markt square, a vibrant and picturesque hub that has served as the city's commercial and social center for centuries. Enveloped by ornate and colorful buildings, Markt is not only a testament to the city's rich...
~1300 ftN
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Walburga Church, Bruges
7 min walk • The St. Walburga Church is a 17th-century Roman-Catholic church in Bruges built by the Jesuits in a Baroque style. It is now a parish church and contains many valuable art objects.
~1330 ftNW
Museum with the history of Belgian fries
Frietmuseum, Bruges
7 min walk • The Frietmuseum is a museum in Bruges, Belgium, which is devoted to the history of potatoes and the production of Belgian fries. It describes itself as "the first and only museum dedicated to potato fries".
~1000 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum
Choco-Story, Bruges
5 min walk • Choco-Story, the Chocolate Museum in Bruges, Belgium, is located in the sixteenth-century "Huis de Crone" building on Sint-Jansplein in central Bruges. This building was originally the home of a wine tavern. It later housed a bakery and, most recently, a furniture making shop.
0.5 miSW
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Comedy club
Concertgebouw, Bruges
13 min walk • The Concertgebouw is a cultural centre in Bruges, Belgium. Located at 't Zand, it was completed in 2002 when Bruges was European Capital of Culture, designed by Paul Robbrecht and Hilde Daem.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Bruges City Hall open?

Bruges City Hall is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Bruges City Hall?

Nearby attractions include Basilica of the Holy Blood, Bruges (1 min walk), Huidenvettersplein, Bruges (2 min walk), Provostry of St. Donatian, Bruges (2 min walk), Provinciaal Hof, Bruges (3 min walk).

How to get to Bruges City Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bruges City Hall:

Bus

Brugge Wollestraat • Lines: 1, 11, 16, 6 (2 min walk)
Brugge Vismarkt • Lines: 16, 6 (2 min walk)

Train

Brugge (23 min walk)
Brugge-Sint-Pieters (39 min walk)