Bruges in the Smart Guide series from Insight is a streamlined version of travel information, in a concise format arranged in three sections
- Areas, A-Z & Atlas. Areas & districts in & around town are described before the guide moves on to an A-Z detailing of attractions & services, from accommodation to transportation via history & nightlife. The guide has some language tips, a climate chart & an overview of top attractions shown on its fly-leaf. A selective, indexed mini Atlas of a few maps at the back of each guide helps place sites & attractions for the tourist & each guide is illustrated with colour photographs throughout.
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Smart Guide Bruges is a compact, full-colour travel guide & its unique A-Z format is a mini-encyclopedia of local knowledge. Smart Guide Bruges condenses the city's neighbourhoods into an easy-reference format, giving you instant access to all the key sights & attractions. The A-Z section is packed with information & listings selected by a local writer that enable you to explore & discover this idyllic town. A detailed street atlas section ensures you find your way round with ease, & beautiful pictures vividly illustrate this Gothic gem of a city
- whose historical centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre in its entirety. The A-Z features over 400 listings covering everything from Flemish architecture to pampering, so you can pick & choose what to see & do
- whether that's exploring Bruges' canalways & bridges, sampling from the huge variety of Belgian beers, or taking a moment for quiet contemplation in the walled garden-courtyard of Bruges' Beguinage (the enclosed dwellings for religious women dating from medieval times). In addition, Insight Guides' trademark cultural & historical focus is evident in the chapters on Bruge's impressive churches, literature & theatre, paintings & sculpture, & museums & galleries. Sections on hotels, restaurants, essential information & transport help you plan the perfect visit.

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Bruges in the Smart Guide series from Insight is a streamlined version of travel information, in a concise format arranged in three sections
- Areas, A-Z & Atlas. Areas & districts in & around town are described before the guide moves on to an A-Z detailing of attractions & services, from accommodation to transportation via history & nightlife. The guide has some language tips, a climate chart & an overview of top attractions shown on its fly-leaf. A selective, indexed mini Atlas of a few maps at the back of each guide helps place sites & attractions for the tourist & each guide is illustrated with colour photographs throughout.
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This vibrant series spans over 170 destinations worldwide. It contains the most comprehensive list of UK guides currently available. There are practical listings to suit varied budgets & tastes. Compact format quickly locates the top must see & do attractions. Imaginative suggestions reveal each destination's hidden gems. This title is organised by recognisable areas, making orientation easy. ...

Explore the medieval magic of Bruges with the help of this genuinely pocket-sized, pop-up map. Small in size, yet big on detail, this compact, dependable Bruges city map will ensure you don`t miss a thing. *
Includes: two pop-up maps covering historic & central Bruges * Additional maps covering Antwerp, Ghent & a locator map are also included *3 recommended walking tours are included on the central Bruges map * Handy, self-folding tourist map is small enough to fit in your pocket yet offers extensive coverage of the city in an easy-to-use format * Thorough street index is also featured & cross-referenced to the map so you can easily find your destination * Hotels, restaurants, stores & attractions are all included What`s new for this edition?* New map of central Bruges showing even greater detail of the Bruges central historic area * Maps have been re-orientated for even greater ease of use * stunning photographs of the Top 10 sights are now included on the maps to give you a flavour of what you`ll see on your trip * Each walking tour now

Includes:: additional information giving you a taste of what you`ll see on the tour, how long it will take & the distance in miles & kilometres Ideal to pop in a pocket or bag for quick reference while exploring the city. Contents include maps of Historic Bruges, Central Bruges, Antwerp, Ghent & a Bruges locator map. Fold

Size: 95mm x 130mm (3.75” x 5.25”) Sheet

Size: 215mm x 225mm (8.5” x 9.75”) per sheet; 2 sheets Approx scale: 1:4000 (Historic Bruges) 1:14000 (Central Bruges); Scale is to be used as a guideline only.






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Bruges Pop Out Map: pop-up city street map of Bruges city centre
- folded pocket size travel map with transit map included Contents
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Bruges in the Step by Step series by Insight Guides focuses on providing tailor made walks & tours around the city. The guide features fifteen route recommendations that link up better known sights & take you off of the more beaten track; they are written by local experts who have personally selected places to eat & drink en-route & who offer insider tips on culture, shopping & nightlife. The guide has an array of colour photographs which help bring to life the background & descriptive information provided for destinations & attractions. An overview chapter opens the guide & reviews geography, customs & culture, history, food & drink, shopping, culture & entertainment. Next feature the selected itineraries for walks and/or tours, each of which have a good amount of accompanying information & come with a simple route plan. A user friendly alphabetical directory lists practical information to do with day to day basics & listings of h&-picked hotels & restaurants are provided to suit different budgets & tastes. The publisher ...

Bruges in the Step by Step series by Insight Guides focuses on providing tailor made walks & tours around the city. The guide features fifteen route recommendations that link up better known sights & take you off of the more beaten track; they are written by local experts who have personally selected places to eat & drink en-route & who offer insider tips on culture, shopping & nightlife. The guide has an array of colour photographs which help bring to life the background & descriptive information provided for destinations & attractions. An overview chapter opens the guide & reviews geography, customs & culture, history, food & drink, shopping, culture & entertainment. Next feature the selected itineraries for walks and/or tours, each of which have a good amount of accompanying information & come with a simple route plan. A user friendly alphabetical directory lists practical information to do with day to day basics & listings of h&-picked hotels & restaurants are provided to suit different budgets & tastes. The publisher ...

Discover Bruges, Gent & Antwerp with Marco Polo! This compact, straightforward travel guide is clearly structured for ease of use. It gets you right to the heart of the region, & provides you with all the latest information & lots of Insider Tips for a thrilling Belgian adventure.
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Includes:: a street atlas & an additional pull-out map
- Clear, user-friendly structure & layout – Get your bearings with the ` Where to Start` panels & ensure you don`t miss out on the key sights using the ` Highlights` section
- The ` Best Of` pages feature unique aspects of the region & also suggest places to go for free, tips for things to do when it`s raining & good places to relax. Insider Tips & much more besides: Marco Polo enables you to fully experience Bruges, Gent & Antwerp, from the beaches along the North Sea coast to all the colours of flowers & fruit in Limburg & Haspengau on the Meuse. With this Marco Polo guide you`ll arrive in the region & know immediately `where to start`. Discover what attractions there are in addition the cathedrals of Bruges & Gent & the avant-garde projects in the Antwerp fashion centre of Modenatie. That here in `pommes frites` paradise you can even find a ` Frietmuseum` (including a taster, of course) & that in Oostduinkerke you can experience a real curiosity: shrimp fishermen going to work by horse. With the Marco Polo Excursions & Tours you can explore the region along specific planned routes, & the Low Budget tips will help you to save money. The author`s Insider Tips encourage you to experience Bruges & its surrounding areas in an individual & authentic way. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!




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Bruges is a city with a fascinating history. Bruges is a city full of people & stories. Bruges is a city like those in the fairy tales... Historian Paul Van Damme`s book is an ode to the city, its inhabitants & its heritage. This history book reads like a page-turner: city views act as backdrops for wondrous events, homes & squares become the decors for true stories. Paul Van Damme proves that historical accuracy & engaging storytelling can go hand in h&. This accessible, intriguing book is an ideal introduction for those who visit Bruges for the first time. But it is also a great read for those who frequent the city; even lifelong residents will find charming stories & anecdotes they may never have heard before. ...