Market Square in Bruges takes a large space in front of the 83-meter tower Belfort and surrounded by ancient buildings with medieval banners flying. In those days the Grand Place with trade rows witnessed all major events taking place in the thriving Bruges.

On one side of the square is an iconic building that belongs to the Government of the province of East Flanders. On the other - Hotel Bouchoute, built in 1480 with a severe facade and set in 1622 hours of sunshine and weather vane in the form of a lion.

On the opposite corner is Kraenenburg - the former residence of the owner in 1305, now a hotel. In the XV century. The house was used for the conclusion of the emperor of the Roman Empire - Maximilian, and then - the aristocratic nobility as a place of observation of the ongoing festivals and tournaments. In the center of the square is a monument of modern citizens of Bruges, who saved the city from the dangers.

Having visited at different times of the Grand Place, one can imagine the daily life of the city. The early hour drive through it low and long carts with milk and vegetables, pulled by dogs, and later - the wagon, which dragged the Flemish, heavy-duty.

Create a unique flavor clergy and nuns in black robes and white cap or blue-gray dress. On Sundays, the area attracts peasants from the various goods that attract the attention of not only locals but also tourists.

A large number of hotels and restaurants built in the XVII century. and concentrated on the north side of the Grand Place, will leave in your mind pleasant memories of time spent in Bruges.