Dhe World Heritage city in West Flanders knows the curse of beauty: a medieval cityscape, secluded canals, windmills on grassy ramparts – of course tourists come in droves.
Experiences away from the crowds are still possible. Often just a few meters away from the main attractions are lonely, cobblestone streets. Monks offer quiet night quarters. And in the very east of the city, the cozy Sint-Anna district beckons with workers’ cottages and tranquility on Sundays, even during the week. It is now time to discover this Bruges.