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Bruges City Hall

About

Bruges City Hall is one of the oldest and most impressive Gothic town halls in the Low Countries, standing proudly on Burg Square as a symbol of the city’s medieval power and civic identity. Completed in the early 15th century, its ornate façade is decorated with tall windows, delicate tracery, and statues that reflect Bruges’ former status as a thriving commercial hub. Inside, the highlight is the Gothic Hall, where a soaring timber ceiling and richly painted murals illustrate the city’s history and the role of its magistrates. The building has served as the centre of local government for more than six centuries, witnessing political decisions, celebrations, and the daily life of Bruges’ citizens. Today, Bruges City Hall remains a masterpiece of civic architecture, offering visitors a glimpse into the grandeur and ambition of the medieval city.

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Bruges City Hall
Location

Bruges City Hall (Stadhuis van Brugge) is located at Burg 12 on the Burg Square in the historic center of Bruges, Belgium, adjacent to the Basilica of the Holy Blood. This late-Gothic landmark from 1376-1421 forms part of the former fortified castle area, steps from the Markt square via Breidelstraat. Nearby are the Basilica of the Holy Blood on the square's east side with its relic chapel, Land of Bruges Liberty (Vrijheidsbeeld van Brugge) statue, and Deanery building. Within 200 meters lie the Markt square with its Belfry tower and statue of Jan Breydel and Pieter de Coninck, plus canal-side landmarks like Rozenhoedkaai, Gruuthusemuseum, Groeninge Museum, Church of Our Lady, and Saint John's Hospital Museum.

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