Belfry of Bruges

The Belfry of Bruges is one of the city’s defining landmarks, rising above the Market Square in the historic center. Built in the Middle Ages, it served as a watchtower, treasury, and symbol of Bruges’s civic independence. Visitors can climb its narrow staircase for wide views over the city’s rooftops and canals. Its carillon, still played today, adds to the atmosphere. For travelers interested in history, architecture, or classic city panoramas, the Belfry offers a compact but memorable introduction to Bruges.