BRUGGE & SURROUNDING

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ABOUT BRUGGE
Bruges, the capital of West Flanders in northwest Belgium, is distinguished by its canals, cobbled streets and medieval buildings. Its port, Zeebrugge, is an important center for fishing and European trade. In the city center’s Burg square, the 14th-century Stadhuis (City Hall) has an ornate carved ceiling. Nearby, Markt square features a 13th-century belfry with a 47-bell carillon and 83m tower with panoramic views.
Area: 138.4 km²
Weather: -1°C, Wind E at 26 km/h, 90% Humidity
Postal codes: 8000, 8200, 8310, 8380
Local time: Friday 01:38
Population: 117,260 (2011) United Nations
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3-star hotel averaging 91 €, 5-star averaging 184 €
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Colleges and Universities: College of Europe, UNU-CRIS, College of Europe, Bruges
Did you know: Bruges is the eighth-most populous municipality in Belgium by population (118,284).