Belgium · Storytelling Tours

3-Hour Private Walking Tour of Medieval Bruges with Hidden Legends

3 Hours Round trip from Bruges Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the women-only medieval enclave of the Beguinage
  • 02 Hear the story of the lost Cathedral and the Chapel of the Holy Grail
  • 03 Reflect at the Pillar of Shame
  • 04 Admire the charming almshouses
  • 05 Marvel at the tallest historic brick tower in the world
  • 06 Cross the Bridge of Love
  • 07 Discover the Jewish heritage of Bruges

Bruges is a medieval gem and one of the most important historic cities in Europe, miraculously preserving its charm through the ages. On this tour, you will explore its unique history from the Celts and Romans to the Vikings, the city's Jewish heritage, and the horrors of World War I, while hearing captivating stories of artists, magicians, alchemists, crusaders, pilgrims, traders, philosophers, witches, and ghosts. We will stroll through the old medieval town, uncovering both the main sights and lesser-known corners away from the crowds, while also touching on Bruges' famous waffles, beer, and chocolates.

Walk beside the most haunted house and the cursed canal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Bruges
Languages English, Polish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Introduction to the Venice of the North

  • We will begin with the incredible and colourful history of this magical city.
2
Day 02

Merchants and Memories

  • We will walk through old medieval trading places and memorials to those who fell in both world wars.
3
Day 03

Beer and Prayers

  • Walk through the courtyard of a unique and beautiful building connected with beer.
4
Day 04

The Old Hospital and Its Story

  • We will walk beside one of the oldest hospitals in the world and talk about its unique history.
5
Day 05

Women Power

  • We will walk through a women-only medieval enclave.
6
Day 06

Houses of the Holy

  • We will talk about the way the rich thought about their immortal souls.
7
Day 07

Bridge of Sighs

  • Walk through a charming corner, brimming with history and art.
8
Day 08

An In Bruges Moment

  • The most photographed spot in the city is also famous because of a movie. Do you know which one?
9
Day 09

It All Started Here

  • Discover one of the most amazing squares, where the holy and the profane meet, and where history really began.
10
Day 10

Harbour and Artists

  • See where traders mingled with artists and where capitalism was truly born.
11
Day 11

Ghosts and Legends

  • Walk beside the most haunted house and the cursed canal.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bruges 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Services of a professional tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses such as drinks and snacks

What to bring

  • A camera is advisable.
  • An umbrella or protective clothing, depending on the weather.
  • Snacks and water.

Know before you go

  • Tours can be completely personalised. Please contact me for details.

  • This is a walking tour, so no entry to buildings or museums is planned.

  • The tour is offered in English or Polish only.

  • Our walk will take between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the number of breaks, crowds, etc. During the tour, I will suggest many places to explore in more detail and recommend the best shops, restaurants, and additional activities.

  • Please let me know if you have any other wishes, and I will customise this tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Historium Bruges, Markt, Bruges, Belgium
Tour start
Bruges, Belgium
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Bruges.

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