Brugge

We had planned on going to Brugge when we were last in Brussels, didn’t make it. And now we have arrived to one of the most picturesque towns in Europe..

Declared the capital of the Flanders district in 1100’s. It is a strategic position close to the water, making trading their commodity originally. Now, no doubt tourism is the thing.

They were also well known for their cloth production.

Brugge was occupied but not destroyed by the German’s in 1940 until 1944 when the city was liberated by Canadians – 12th Manitoba Dragoons.

The Flemish Architecture and Gothic style is well preserved and An Unesco town. They also get major bonus points with us by having movable chairs in their park. So civilized.

We will explore tomorrow when we are better rested.

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