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WHEN -
May to September is best. It rains all year and has cool summers. May and June are the best.
STAY -
The award winning Bonafacius Guest House
is situated on the Dijver Canal near the very photogenic Bonafacius Bridge which it is named after. It was built in the 16th century and has been beautifully restored.
It has 3 rooms designated for couples only and has a focus on romance. It exquisitely decorated and has a roof terrace with fantastic views of the city skyline. It is in an enviable location in the historic heart of one of Europe's most charming medieval towns.
There are many major attractions nearby and you'll love just strolling around taking in all the sights.
There are 3 suites - Junior 28 sq m - Executive 31 sq m & Luxury 39 sq m with canal view
ABOUT -
Make your way to UNESCO Heritage Listed Bruges which is about an hour away from Brussels by train. Stay in this wonderful historical house set in a unique location and explore the fairy tale village of Bruges.
ADD ONS -
You're only a train ride away from many of the great capitals of Europe so the world (or Europe) is your oyster.
ROMANCE -
Jacuzzi in the room / Open log fire / Only 3 rooms designated for couples only
The town of Bruges is a very romantic place itself
Bar Rose Red / 't Zwart Huis - Jazz Den
Wine and cheese + picnics - public drinking here is ok
Private canal cruise from the Quay of the Rosary
Feed the Swans at the Lake of Love and cross the Lovers Bridge, kiss each other and your love will be eternal
A romantic Hot Air Balloon flight for two / a Horse drawn Carriage ride
Chocolate High Tea at the Old Chocolate House / Fondue at Le Petit Patron
SUNRISES & SUNSETS -
Sunrise or sunset Hot Air Balloon rides
Sunset from the top of the Belfry
BUDGET -
European prices for everything. The Guest House has a two night minimum.
HIGHLIGHTS -
Being at the centre of all that history with all the attractions being within walking distance of your cosy retreat
PAMPER -
High quality body products in the granite bathroom / Personal service from a very gracious host will make you feel like a member of the family
Head to one of the many spa hotels
RELAXING -
By the fire or on the roof terrace or in the park or on the water
VIEWS -
Overlooking the canal / Fabulous city views from the roof terrace
FOOD -
Breakfast is provided in the Gothic Room overlooking the canal or on the Terrace. including Champagne and Belgian waffles
In front of the Guest House is the famous Michelin starred restaurant "De Gouden Harynck" which features inspirational French Cuisine. They have various lunch, mid week and tasting menu deals.
There are many Bistros nearby
Try Stoverij - a beef stew cooked in Belgian beer (Beef here is very good) - t'Bagientje Bistro is a good choice
sweet and savoury (traditional) - near the Torture Museum
Fry shack for the best Belgian Fries in town
Tea room and bakery and ice cream
over 200 cheeses with free samples
popular local restaurant with a terrace and a pub
get your carb fix
ICE CREAM / Gelato - Deijsbeer since 1922 / Oyya - for the Pistachio / Gelateria Da Vinci - for 40 flavours and great service / Fred's - for home made Australian style
DRINKS -
Free drinks from the mini bar
Belgian Beer
Belgian Hot Chocolate
a good place to make friends
1515 the oldest pub in Bruges and probably the world - a special place with a terrace
Nocturne - for cocktails and piano music
SIGHTS -
366 steps up the #1 attraction for breathtaking views and to hear the tuneful bells as well as the treasury and the keyboard used to play the bells. Go after the day tourists have gone home.
The Basilica of the Holy Blood -
brought out at 2 pm daily
for something different
ACTIVITIES -
Markt -
the big public plaza which is the main centre
the second plaza - good for waffles
Go chocolate
shopping in Katelijnestraat home of the chocolate stores - make sure it says handmade in the shop window
Brewery tour
SOUVENIRS -
Belgian Chocolate / Christmas ornaments / Flemish Tapestries / Tin Tin books / Antiques / Lace - world famous / Speculoos Biscuits - Since 1650 / Manneken - Pis momentos - weird but fun / Diamonds - it has been the centre of world diamond trade for 500 years / Chocalate Breasts
for souvenirs, photos and beer
one of the best
TIPS -
Come mid week to avoid the crowds
Nearly everything is closed on a Sunday
You need to book restaurants on Friday and Saturday nights
Pets are allowed - notify beforehand
Parking available - charges apply
CHEAPER OPTIONS -
In descending order of price and quality try Boutique Hotel Die Swaene **** - Hotel Acacia **** - Hotel Duc De Bourgogne **** - Martin's Brugge *** or Hotel Notre Dame ***.
VISAS -
Belgium is a Shengen Country so 90 countries don't need visas and 150 countries do.
New Entry Requirements for Travel into EU in 2025
TRANSPORT -
You can connect to Bruges by rail from many European cities. The train from Brussels takes an hour.
Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) -
has direct flights to 190 destinations in 72 countries so it should be easy to find a flight. From the Train Station it is a short taxi ride to the Guest House.
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