Bruges is a Flemish city in the northwest of Belgium. Because of the old town centre with its canals, the city also bears the nickname Venice of the North.
Whether the medieval town is really comparable with the Italian city is a matter of opinion. The old town, which is one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe, is beautiful anyway. In 2000, the Historical Centre was therefore recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Grote Markt, Bruges
In 2008, the Belgian city was the setting for the black comedy crime film “In Bruges”. The movie is about two hit men who have to hide from their boss. The film got the title “Brügge sehen… und sterben?” in Germany which means roughly “To see Bruges… and die?
