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From May 8th till Oct 24th, Triennial Bruges brings contemporary art and architecture to Bruges. For its third edition, Triennial Bruges 2021: TraumA delves beneath the surface, in search of the hidden dimensions of the city. For many, Bruges is a dream destination, seemingly picture perfect, but is it? Does the fabulous city that is Bruges also have a downside? And if so, dare we show it? Thirteen national and international artists and architects pondered this very question. They went in search of life behind the stately facades, how Bruges is experienced and lived. Their artistic interventions form a trail of imagination and wonder. They take you to places that oscillate between dream and reality, between what is real and what is delusional.

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A lot of Bruges businesses offer their services in a different way in function of the corona measures.
You can order take-away from these restaurants.

https://www.brugge.be/coronavirus/initiatieven-lokale-handelaars

BRUSK will be the new exhibition hall for Bruges
Bruges has been known for years as one of Europe's most successful tourist attractions. With the construction of a new exhibition hall and the creation of a new and high quality artistic site in the heart of the historic city centre, the city authorities wish to underline their commitment to invest in an innovative and contemporary art policy.

https://www.visitbruges.be/en/brusk

With a new brewery in the heart of the city, Bourgogne des Flandres is finally brewed in Bruges again.
Meet the brewer in the attic and watch the brewing process live.
Discover, in groups, the art of blending and put together your own personal Bourgogne des Flandres during a supervised beer workshop.
It’s a unique location to taste this great Bruges beer and to discover Flemish cuisine.
What’s more, it boasts a magnificent terrace overlooking the Bruges canals.
The brewery is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00.
During the months of July and August and the Christmas holidays, the brasserie is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to 18pm.
There are 3 tours an hour (Every 20 min. doors open).

Kartuizerinnenstraat 6
8000 Brugge

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De Burg is one of the most beautiful places in Bruges. This is the site of the town hall, which has been in continual operation since 1376. The Gothic hall is a hidden masterpiece with paintings of historical personages that portray the illustrious history of Bruges. 

Burg 12 
8000 Brugge

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At 83 metres high, the belfry towers over Bruges. You can visit the tower: on your way to the top – where you have a breathtaking view of the city – you pass the treasury, the impressive cogwheels of the tower clock, and a carillon with 47 bells. 

Markt 7 
8000 Brugge

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In 1245, the princely beguinage “Ten Wijngaarde” was founded – and to this day it is inhabited by Benedictine nuns. The complex bears witness to the historic Belgian unicity of the beguines, who lived behind the whitewashed façades of their typical little houses in the middle of nature. 

Begijnhof 24-28-30 
8000 Brugge

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Why is Bruges called The Venice of the North? Because of its charming canals, of course! In former times, a lot of goods and people were transported via these old waterways. But today, it’s primarily tourists who enjoy the boat excursions to view the city and its numerous bridges from another perspective. 

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Sint-Salvators cathedral is the oldest parish church in Bruges. It houses gargoyles , mausoleums, paintings and choir stalls. In the museum, you can admire the paintings and altarpieces by old Flemish masters, as well as copper memorial plaques and reliquaries.

Steenstraat 
8000 Brugge

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‘Musea Bruges’ groups 16 sites and museums, where you can admire a variety of collections, ranging from the Flemish Primitives to contemporary art, fine arts and crafts, tapestries and poetry… A must for art-lovers! 

Het Groeningemuseum (fine arts from the 15th to the 21st century) 
Dijver 12 
8000 Brugge   

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Het Hospitaalmuseum (historic hospital with the Memling collection) 

Sint-Janshospitaal 
Mariastraat 38 
8000 Brugge     

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Bruggemuseum (history of Bruges at various locations) 

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Historium takes you back to the Bruges of 1435. The museum tells an exciting love story from the olden days while playing on your five senses. A surprising way to discover the city – worth a visit! 

Markt 1 
8000 Brugge

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The Basiliek van het Heilig Bloed (Basilica of the Holy Blood) has a double chapel. The Romanesque Sint-Basilius chapel dates from the 12th century; the other chapel was rebuilt in the 19th century in Neo-Gothic style. The Museum of the Holy Blood exhibits reliquaries, ecclesiastical garments and historical paintings.

Burg 15 
8000 Brugge

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The Onze-Lieve-Vrouwe church dates from the 13th century and is known for its 122 metre spire, the tallest in Europe. The church is also an attraction for art connoisseurs. Indeed, it houses Michelangelo’s ‘Madonna with Child’, as well as a whole series of other extraordinary works. 

Mariastraat 
8000 Brugge

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The historic site Oud Sint-Jan is displaying its permanent collection of 120 original works by Pablo Picasso. Engravings, illustrations, drawings, ceramics… The collection also shows you how artist friends (Matisse, Miró, Chagall…) influenced Picasso’s work.

Oud Sint-Jan
Mariastraat 38 
8000 Brugge

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The Halve Maan is the only family brewery that still brews beer in the centre of Bruges. The enterprise, headed by Xavier Vannets, regularly produces new beers under the Dilemma brand name. Craftsmanship – to be imbibed in moderation! 

Walplein 26 
8000 Brugge

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The Kantcentrum (Lace centre) is a paradise for lace-lovers and other inquisitive sightseers. Visit the museum and the workshop where the lace is being made. You can marvel at the lace workers plying their craft every afternoon. 

Peperstraat 3A
8000 Brugge

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Just a stone’s throw from Bruges, Lissewege is one of the most beautiful villages in Flanders – with its lovely canal, the renowned abbey barn Ter Doest, whitewashed polder houses, impressive bell tower and extensive meadows. 

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Damme is a splendid mediaeval village. You can stay there quite agreeably and relax at your ease just a stone’s throw from Bruges. Damme is one of the most beautiful villages in Flanders, with its church, canal, mills and charming little white polder houses. 

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Bruges is not only a romantic paradise – it’s also heavenly for everyone who loves to shop. The main shopping streets lie between the Marktplein and the old city gates. In addition, typical outdoor markets are set up regularly.

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Koning Albert 1 laan 200
8200 Brugge

E-mail : brugge@kinepolis.com
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Sint Jacobsstraat, 36
8000 Brugge

E-mail : cinema@lumiere.be
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Kuiperstraat, 23
8000 Brugge

E-mail : cine.liberty@skynet.be
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