Around Romantic Bruges

by Tripsite

Region

Bruges

Duration

6 days

Guided Status

Self-Guided

Difficulty

Easy

D-Score™

N/A - Unknown

Overview

Self-guided bike tour around Bruges, the Venice of the North! Explore the city of Bruges, known for its historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and lovely canals. The accommodations throughout your stay will be a highlight for sure and you only need to unpack your bags once! Take your pick between different historic establishments, the eco-friendly 3-star Hotel Fevery, the 4-star B & B Bariseele with suites, or the private Guesthouse Gillis7. All accommodations privately owned and operated, and they're located in the historic center of Bruges, just 150 meters away from the Grand Canal Lange Rei. Wake up, enjoy a breakfast that features local and organic products, and off you go, enjoying all that exploring by bike offers. You are given a roadbook with route details for four fantastic itineraries that begin and end in Bruges. The routes are well marked, using a number system very similar to Holland's which also corresponds with the numbers on the roadbook. At the end of your cycling day, return to your home away from home. Bruges offers so much more than just cycling. Called the "Venice of the North", it is one of Belgium's crown jewels. In no other European city are the feel and the look of medieval times so pervasive. Whether you enjoy, art, fine cuisine, shopping, or the countryside, Bruges and its surroundings has something for you.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Bruges

Arrival in Bruges

Day 2: Green circle loop around Bruges

53 km 0 m

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Green circle loop around Bruges

Day 3: Uitkerkse Polders

41 km 0 m

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Uitkerkse Polders

Day 4: Cycle/Walking around Bruges + Optional ride to Bruges beach (Zeebrugge)

15 km 0 m

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Cycle/Walking around Bruges + Optional ride to Bruges beach (Zeebrugge)

Day 5: Lost Harbors of National Park Zwin

58 km 0 m

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Lost Harbors of National Park Zwin

Day 6: Uitkerkse Polders

41 km 0 m

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Uitkerkse Polders

Day 7: The Castles Hunt

56 km 0 m

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The Castles Hunt

Day 8: Cycle/Walking in Bruges + Optional ride to Bruges beach (Zeebrugge)

15 km 0 m

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Cycle/Walking in Bruges + Optional ride to Bruges beach (Zeebrugge)

Day 9: Departure from Bruges

Departure from Bruges

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services

Accommodation arrangements

Bike rental

About the Bruges

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.

EUR 558

per person

Go to Provider

Why Choose This Tour?

Bruges, its history, architecture, and culture Castles around Torhout and Wijnendaele Picturesque villages of Damme and Lissewage Seaside towns of Knokke and De Haan Parks and nature around Bulskampveld Cities like Gent, Ypres, and Brussels easily reached by train Green circle loop around Bruges, 33 mi.
(53 km) - Surrounding the UNESCO World heritage city of Bruges, an array of lush green spaces await exploration!
Today's cycling route leads through enchanting forests, castle parks, and beautiful countryside.
You'll cycle along canals and through charming villages that dot the landscape.
Highlights today include the Fort of Bavaria and the Castle of Male, once the epicenter of Flanders.
Uitkerkse Polders, 26 mi.
(41 km) - Explore the north west side of Bruges: the white village of Lissewege (small Bruges), the coastal town of Blankenberge, and polders of Uitkerke en Meetkerke.
Each season, many species of birds flock to the Uitkerkse Polder, situated bhind Blankenberge.
Amidst this expansive meadow landscape, glimpses of the coastline's past charm unfolds.
The route leads away from the coastline and into the hinterland and Sea Forest.
This cycling route seamlessly integrates into the De Kust cycle network map, forming a suggested loop.
Cycle/Walking around Bruges + Optional ride to Bruges beach (Zeebrugge), 6 to 9 mi.
(10 to 15 km) - What a better way to exlore a city than by bike!
There are endless options to explore both on foot and in the saddle.
The incredibly well-preserved medieval architecture of Bruges makes this small city one of the most exciting tourist attractions in Europe.
Besides architecture, sites to see include several museums.
The Groeninge Museum, with six centuries of paintings from different styles, including works by Jan van Eyck, a Flemish Primitive painter, and the Memling museum, with the wooden Shrine of St.
Ursula.
Also, the only work of art by Michelangelo to leave Italy during his lifetime can be seen in the Church of our Lady.
Of course, a visit to Bruges wouldn’t be complete without a canal or carriage ride, sampling the chocolates and waffles, shopping for craft work including Bruges famous lace, climbing the belfry, or sampling several of the more than 350 Belgian beers.
Lost Harbors of National Park Zwin, 36 mi.
(58 km) - This route provides a unique look at the ports along the Zwinhaven route during the medieval times.
Spyglasses along the route provide a unique 360° view of Zwinhavens Sluis, Monnikerede, Hoeke, Damme and Bruges as they were.
The interactive route allows you to scan a QR code located on the route map to receive notifications along the way.
The Castles Hunt, 17, 25, or 35 mi.
(27, 40, or 56 km) - This route heads south towards the Tillegem forest and Castle and the Wijnendale Castle.
These castles are both surrounded by water and in a wonderful setting.
During your trip, you will see many beautiful houses.
Your return route has you passing by Beisbroek Castle, with its adjoining forest and grassland.
You can also visit Cozmix, which is the public observatory, and the planetarium.
Please note, this ride is not suggested for Mondays.