Church of Our Lady Tours

The Church of Our Lady in Bruges, Belgium, dates mainly from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries.

Its tower, at 377 ft in height, remains the tallest structure in the city and the second tallest brickwork tower in the world (the tallest being the St. Martin's Church in Landshut, Germany)

The altarpiece of the large chapel in the southern aisle enshrines the most celebrated art treasure of the church—a white marble sculpture of the Madonna and Child created by Michelangelo around 1504. Probably meant originally for Siena Cathedral, it was purchased in Italy by two Brugean merchants, the brothers Jan and Alexander Mouscron, and in 1514 donated to its present home. The sculpture was twice recovered after being looted by foreign occupiers—French revolutionaries c. 1794 and Nazi Germans in 1944.

Bruges is the capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, in the northwest of the country.

The historic city centre is a prominent World Heritage Site of UNESCO.

Along with a few other canal-based northern cities, such as Amsterdam, it is sometimes referred to as The Venice of the North. Bruges has a significant economic importance thanks to its port and was once one of the world's chief commercial cities. Bruges is well known as the seat of the College of Europe, a university institute for European studies.

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A lovely scene, with the well lit Church and the peaceful water of the canal.

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11:00 tour in English was fabulous. Guide was knowledgeable. It was 1 hr 45 min. but you could leave when you wanted.

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St. Salvators Church

After visiting St. Salvators Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bruges. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.

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De Halve Maan Brewery

You can learn about the history of Bruges when you stop by De Halve Maan Brewery. Discover the lively breweries and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.

Archeological Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Archeological Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Bruges. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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You can learn about the history of Bruges with a visit to Apotheek. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.

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You can learn about the history of Bruges with a visit to Hof Arents. Discover the area's stunning cathedral, or seek out its local tours.

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