Things to Do in Belfort Hallen, Bruges

Belfort Hallen is a central area in Bruges, known for its historic Markt square framed by guild-style facades and the medieval Belfry. It also contains the Torture Museum "Oude Steen" and various dining spots like De Mangerie and Le Mystique.

  • Markt and BelfryHistoric Landmark
  • Le MystiqueBreakfast
  • Gelateria Da VinciIce Cream

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Belfort Hallen in Bruges

Top things to do in Belfort Hallen

  • Markt and Belfry

    Markt and Belfry

    4.7 · 27.8k
    Historic Landmark

    Bruges’ market square is framed by guild-style facades and the Belfry, whose medieval tower grew between the 13th and 15th centuries above the cloth halls. The 366-step climb gives the clearest view over the compact old town.

    Every day
    9 AM – 8 PM
  • The Reyghere Bookstore

    The Reyghere Bookstore

    4.7 · 162
    Bookstore

    Dereyghere — Boeken, nieuwtjes en evenementen

    Mon
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Sissy-Boy

    Sissy-Boy

    4.7 · 375
    Home Goods
    Mon
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 6 PM
  • 2-Be

    2-Be

    4.6 · 4.9k
    Wine Shop· $$

    Brewpub & bottle shop with a wall-of-beer exhibit & an outdoor patio offering charming river views.

    Every day
    10:30 AM – 7 PM
  • Torture Museum "Oude Steen"

    Torture Museum "Oude Steen"

    4.3 · 3.1k
    History Museum

    A exhibition of cruel instruments engineered to cause unbelievable pain and suffering on human body and mind.

    Every day
    10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • The Chocolate Line

    The Chocolate Line

    4.6 · 4.5k
    Chocolate Shop

    Almost always has original and funny chocolate-art in their window. Run by a (locally) famous chocolatier, Dominique Persoone. Fame comes with a price: The Chocolate Line is quite expensive compared to the many other chocolate stores in…

    Mon
    10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
    Tue–Fri
    9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sun
    10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Jules 👔

    Jules 👔

    4.6 · 381
    Specialty Store
    Mon
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Tue
    11 AM – 6 PM
    Wed–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 6 PM
  • The Backstage Brugge

    The Backstage Brugge

    Record Store
    Every day
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • The Old Chocolate House

    The Old Chocolate House

    4.5 · 3.0k
    Chocolate Shop

    Charming shop & cafe offering homemade hot chocolate, truffles, gingerbread, cookies, tea & coffee.

    Every day
    10 AM – 6 PM

Where to eat & drink in Belfort Hallen

  • Le Mystique

    Le Mystique

    4.7 · 346
    Breakfast· €100+

    If you’re looking for a romantic getaway venue in the picture postcard perfect city of Bruges, book a table in the restaurant of the Relais & Chateaux Heritage Hotel, whose opulent interior oozes authentic historic details.

    Every day
    6:30 PM – 8 PM
  • Gelateria Da Vinci

    Gelateria Da Vinci

    4.7 · 2.7k
    Ice Cream· $
    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 10:30 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 10:30 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 10:30 PM
  • That's Toast

    That's Toast

    4.8 · 4.8k
    Brunch· €10–20

    Understated restaurant with a terrace specializing in all-day breakfast & bread-based dishes.

    Every day
    8:30 AM – 4 PM
  • 't Brugs Beertje

    't Brugs Beertje

    4.7 · 2.3k
    Pub· €10–20

    This excellent pub (recommended in the CAMRA guide to the Benelux region) has hundreds of different beers and an authentic beer-cafe atmosphere. Clientele is majority tourists. The front bar is crowded; what looks like the door through to…

    Mon–Tue
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    4 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    4 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    4 PM – 12 AM
  • Le Trappiste

    Le Trappiste

    4.5 · 3.5k
    Bar· €10–20
    Mon–Thu
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Sweet l’oeuff

    Sweet l’oeuff

    4.9 · 607
    Breakfast· €20–30
    Mon
    8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    Tue–Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    8:30 AM – 2 PM
    Sat
    8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
    Sun
    8:30 AM – 2 PM
  • Balthasar Brugge

    Balthasar Brugge

    4.6 · 1.3k
    Breakfast· €10–20

    A popular brunch spot known for its fresh food, including waffles, toast, and coffee, offering a spacious layout and outdoor seating.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 6 PM

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Map of Belfort Hallen with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Markt and Belfry
  2. 2Le Mystique
  3. 3Gelateria Da Vinci
  4. 4The Reyghere Bookstore
  5. 5Sissy-Boy
  6. 62-Be
  7. 7That's Toast
  8. 8Torture Museum "Oude Steen"
  9. 9The Chocolate Line
  10. 10't Brugs Beertje

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