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Bruges
Regardless of the time of year, Bruges is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Belgium – and justifiably so. It is a city that looks like it is from a fairy tale, and it is home to what many believe to be the best Christmas market in Europe.
Whether you agree or not, it is a fact that the whole of Bruges gets involved in the Christmas festivities. The Christmas lights are exuberant, there are Christmas trees in the windows of every building, and Christmas decorations invade every shop and corner of the historic downtown area. And, no less important, everybody seems to be filled with the festive and friendly spirit of Christmas. The epicenter of it all is in the beautiful central square, with the famous Bruges steeple as a backdrop.
For lovers of ice skating, Christmas is also a time for skating fun.
Whether you agree or not, it is a fact that the whole of Bruges gets involved in the Christmas festivities. The Christmas lights are exuberant, there are Christmas trees in the windows of every building, and Christmas decorations invade every shop and corner of the historic downtown area. And, no less important, everybody seems to be filled with the festive and friendly spirit of Christmas. The epicenter of it all is in the beautiful central square, with the famous Bruges steeple as a backdrop.
For lovers of ice skating, Christmas is also a time for skating fun.
At Christmas, the streets around Saint Nicholas’ Church fill up with stalls selling food, drink, clothes, and crafts. This is a must-see area when visiting Ghent, with the Christmas market having little to compare it with the Saint Catherine’s square market in Brussels. Yet, while it might be smaller, it is still well worth visiting. Despite being in the shadow of its more famous neighbors, Bruges and Brussels, Ghent is – on the whole – a truly special city. Especially in December!