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Brugge
Surrounded by a canal and crisscrossed by romantic canals, Brugge really deserves its designation as the “Venice of the North” .This city in Flanders has preserved all the charms of its medieval heritage. Its centre, which is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, is in itself a real open air museum. Between its brick houses and its steeples, there are so many things to be discovered by the whole family in the charming cobblestone-paved streets of Brugge. And whether you explore the city in a horse-drawn carriage or simply on foot, you will always appreciate Brugge and the hearty welcome of its inhabitants.
Novotel Brugge Centrum
To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in Brugge.
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No need to go far to go for a swim. The city centre is only 30 km from Ostende, the closest sea resort.
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Going up the Brugge Belfry means 366 steps. A climb which is well worth the effort to discover a unique view of the city and its canals.
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Incomparable Brugge, Brugge and Europe, peaceful Brugge and West Brugge, are the four fine itineraries proposed by the tourist office.
Kids’voyage’s special treats
A trip on the canals
A family trip not to be missed! Starting from one of the five landing stages in the centre, this is a unique and charming way to discover the city and its treasures. Your boatman will guide you through the medieval city, before leaving the centre of Brugge to sail toward other quarters where houses with magnificent stone carvings will not fail to impress you.
The Belfry
With a height of 83 meters, the Belfry towers proudly above the roofs of the city. Climbing its several floors is an opportunity for the whole family to make great discoveries. The children will particularly enjoy the amazing clockwork with its large set of 47 bells and its weight of 28 tons. The climb ends with a stupendous view of the city of Brugge and its canals.
Seafront
After a visit to Seafront the children will be real old seadogs! Located in Zeebrugge harbour, a sea resort close to the city of Brugge, this marine park allows you to discover the secrets of the oceans, understand the lives of the fishermen, swim among fish, and attack a pirate island… The high note of the exhibition is the opportunity for the whole family to board an old Russian submarine. A fascinating sea adventure!
Vismijnstraat 7, Zeebrugge – Tel: (+32) 50 55 14 15
Every day from 10 am to 6 pm. Until 7 pm in July and August.
A family trip not to be missed! Starting from one of the five landing stages in the centre, this is a unique and charming way to discover the city and its treasures. Your boatman will guide you through the medieval city, before leaving the centre of Brugge to sail toward other quarters where houses with magnificent stone carvings will not fail to impress you.
The Belfry
With a height of 83 meters, the Belfry towers proudly above the roofs of the city. Climbing its several floors is an opportunity for the whole family to make great discoveries. The children will particularly enjoy the amazing clockwork with its large set of 47 bells and its weight of 28 tons. The climb ends with a stupendous view of the city of Brugge and its canals.
Seafront
After a visit to Seafront the children will be real old seadogs! Located in Zeebrugge harbour, a sea resort close to the city of Brugge, this marine park allows you to discover the secrets of the oceans, understand the lives of the fishermen, swim among fish, and attack a pirate island… The high note of the exhibition is the opportunity for the whole family to board an old Russian submarine. A fascinating sea adventure!
Vismijnstraat 7, Zeebrugge – Tel: (+32) 50 55 14 15
Every day from 10 am to 6 pm. Until 7 pm in July and August.
Museums & Exhibitions
The Bruggemuseum
This is a good starting point for a visit to Brugge. The city’s history museum, the Bruggemuseum contains twelve historical areas. Particularly adapted to a family outing of discovery, the “Archaeological” area offers children and parents alike a trip to the Middle Ages and shows you the lives of the inhabitants and craftsmen: their clothing, their trades… Completely interactive – children can even touch the objects displayed! The Bruggemuseum is a very lively and entertaining way to discover history.
Dijver 17, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 61 22 37
From Tuesday to Sunday from 9.30 am to 5 pm
The Chocolate Museum
Let those with a sweet tooth raise their hands! Welcome to this museum devoted to the fascinating story of chocolate. After a pleasant trip in time with a 2500-year-old sweet, the family will be able to watch the different stages in the making of bars, truffles, and chocolate almonds. And for those who have resisted the temptation in front of the numerous window displays, the museum offers free tasting at the end of the visit!
Wijnzakstraat 2, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 61 22 37
Every day from 10 am to 5 pm.
The Diamond Museum
Cutting diamonds was invented in Brugge more than 500 years ago, and it remains a fascinating art form that is not very well known by the general public. Visiting this museum, children and parents will be given an opportunity to learn the secrets of the cutting, roughing and polishing of these most attractive and fascinating stones. The high point at the end of the visit is the “Treasure Room” where you will be able to admire some of the most beautiful diamonds in the world. A real marvel to behold!
Katelijnestraat 43, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 34 20 56
Every day from 10.30 am to 5.30 pm.
This is a good starting point for a visit to Brugge. The city’s history museum, the Bruggemuseum contains twelve historical areas. Particularly adapted to a family outing of discovery, the “Archaeological” area offers children and parents alike a trip to the Middle Ages and shows you the lives of the inhabitants and craftsmen: their clothing, their trades… Completely interactive – children can even touch the objects displayed! The Bruggemuseum is a very lively and entertaining way to discover history.
Dijver 17, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 61 22 37
From Tuesday to Sunday from 9.30 am to 5 pm
The Chocolate Museum
Let those with a sweet tooth raise their hands! Welcome to this museum devoted to the fascinating story of chocolate. After a pleasant trip in time with a 2500-year-old sweet, the family will be able to watch the different stages in the making of bars, truffles, and chocolate almonds. And for those who have resisted the temptation in front of the numerous window displays, the museum offers free tasting at the end of the visit!
Wijnzakstraat 2, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 61 22 37
Every day from 10 am to 5 pm.
The Diamond Museum
Cutting diamonds was invented in Brugge more than 500 years ago, and it remains a fascinating art form that is not very well known by the general public. Visiting this museum, children and parents will be given an opportunity to learn the secrets of the cutting, roughing and polishing of these most attractive and fascinating stones. The high point at the end of the visit is the “Treasure Room” where you will be able to admire some of the most beautiful diamonds in the world. A real marvel to behold!
Katelijnestraat 43, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 34 20 56
Every day from 10.30 am to 5.30 pm.
Some good places for a family meal
La Taverne Brugeoise
Located on the Grand Place, close to the Belfry, this brasserie owes its reputation to its famous mussels and chips. A real joy for the whole family.
Markt 27, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 33 21 32
Every day hours
Restaurant ‘T Pallieterke
Close to the city centre, this restaurant will give you the opportunity to try first-rate traditional Flemish cuisine in a very pleasant atmosphere.
‘T Zand 28, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 34 01 77
Every day from 11.30 am to 9.30 pm
Park Restaurant
A warm atmosphere for a dinner with music. Everyone will find something they like from the wide choice of international cuisine.
Minderbroeders Str. 1, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 4 97 80 18 72
Every day hours
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels wish you an excellent stay in Brugge.
Located on the Grand Place, close to the Belfry, this brasserie owes its reputation to its famous mussels and chips. A real joy for the whole family.
Markt 27, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 33 21 32
Every day hours
Restaurant ‘T Pallieterke
Close to the city centre, this restaurant will give you the opportunity to try first-rate traditional Flemish cuisine in a very pleasant atmosphere.
‘T Zand 28, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 34 01 77
Every day from 11.30 am to 9.30 pm
Park Restaurant
A warm atmosphere for a dinner with music. Everyone will find something they like from the wide choice of international cuisine.
Minderbroeders Str. 1, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 4 97 80 18 72
Every day hours
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels wish you an excellent stay in Brugge.
Zoos, aquariums, parks and gardens
Brugge Delphinarium (Boudewijn Seapark)
The largest indoor dolphinarium in Europe,is a magical place which the children won’t forget. It offers fantastic shows with dolphins and other sea mammals such as sea-lions. The huge pools, some with transparent panels, allow youngsters to get very close to these animals endowed with such “human” intelligence. Beside this visit, the dolphinarium is in the middle of a park where you can find dozens of other entertainment opportunities. Do not miss it!
A.De Baeckestraat 12, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 38 38 38
Every day from 10 am to 5 pm
The Bellewaerde Park
Dizzying looping for some, water games for others, roundabouts, carrousels and a magic house for the younger ones…all will find something to enjoy in this fun park on the outskirts of Brugge. A real place to unwind, with laughter and thrills, for the whole family.
Meenseweg 497, Leper – Tel: (+32) 57 46 86 86
Every day from 10 am to 5 pm (10 pm some nights) from May to August.
Minnewater Park
Located in an idyllic setting, this park which is also called Love Lake Park, is one of the most romantic places in the city. Peaceful and large, it is an opportunity to have a pleasant rest under the shade of verdant foliage. The children will no doubt feed the numerous swans, emblems of the city of Brugge, which find shelter around the lake.
1 Wijngaardplein Quay, Brugge
Every day
The largest indoor dolphinarium in Europe,is a magical place which the children won’t forget. It offers fantastic shows with dolphins and other sea mammals such as sea-lions. The huge pools, some with transparent panels, allow youngsters to get very close to these animals endowed with such “human” intelligence. Beside this visit, the dolphinarium is in the middle of a park where you can find dozens of other entertainment opportunities. Do not miss it!
A.De Baeckestraat 12, Brugge – Tel: (+32) 50 38 38 38
Every day from 10 am to 5 pm
The Bellewaerde Park
Dizzying looping for some, water games for others, roundabouts, carrousels and a magic house for the younger ones…all will find something to enjoy in this fun park on the outskirts of Brugge. A real place to unwind, with laughter and thrills, for the whole family.
Meenseweg 497, Leper – Tel: (+32) 57 46 86 86
Every day from 10 am to 5 pm (10 pm some nights) from May to August.
Minnewater Park
Located in an idyllic setting, this park which is also called Love Lake Park, is one of the most romantic places in the city. Peaceful and large, it is an opportunity to have a pleasant rest under the shade of verdant foliage. The children will no doubt feed the numerous swans, emblems of the city of Brugge, which find shelter around the lake.
1 Wijngaardplein Quay, Brugge
Every day