Leave Paris for a full-day trip to Bruges and experience one of Belgium’s most remarkable annual traditions: the Procession of the Holy Blood. Discover the charm of Bruges, a UNESCO-listed medieval city famous for its canals, historic squares, and beautifully preserved architecture.
The famous Procession of the Holy Blood, a centuries-old event featuring more than 1,800 participants dressed in historical and biblical costumes, with music, dance, and theatrical scenes through the heart of the city.
You will also have time to enjoy Bruges at your own pace: stroll along the canals, admire the medieval streetscape, taste Belgian specialties such as waffles, chocolate, fries, and beer, or simply soak up the atmosphere of one of Europe’s most romantic cities. This full-day tour is ideal for travelers looking to combine history, culture, and a unique local celebration in a single unforgettable experience.
Right in front of the France Tourisme Agency. Metro station: Louvre Rivoli (line 1)
Right in front of the France Tourisme Agency. Metro station: Louvre Rivoli (line 1)
After a safe and scenic drive from Paris to northern Belgium, you’ll arrive in the medieval centre of Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its canals, cobbled streets and beautifully preserved Flemish façades. Follow your guide on a walking tour through the old town before enjoying free time to explore on your own, have lunch and discover the city at your own pace.
Visit Market Square, the lively heart of Bruges, lined with colourful guild houses, cafés and bustling terraces. It’s one of the best places to feel the city’s everyday rhythm, from passing locals and visitors to horse-drawn carriages and open-air cafés.
Then turn your eyes to the Belfry, the tower that dominates the square and once served as Bruges’ main watchtower and symbol of power. Your guide will point out its key features and share stories about its role in medieval life, as well as show you where to find some of the most famous fry stands (frietkoten) if you’d like to try authentic Belgian fries.
A peaceful complex of whitewashed houses and a quiet green courtyard founded in 1245. Once home to Beguines – independent laywomen who lived a devout but unmarried life – it is now inhabited by Benedictine nuns and a few Bruges women. Your guide will explain the history of the beguinage and why it is part of UNESCO’s protected heritage. It’s an oasis of calm just a short walk from the canals and one of the most atmospheric places in Bruges.
Stop at Rozenhoedkaai, one of the most photographed viewpoints in Bruges, where canals, façades, trees and bridges form a perfect postcard scene. From here you can really understand why Bruges is called the “Venice of the North.”
Then continue towards the Lake of Love (Minnewater), a romantic lake with swans and historic buildings that once formed the old harbour of medieval Bruges. Both spots are ideal moments for photos and for simply soaking up the city’s atmosphere before or after your free time.
Return to Paris Relax on the drive back and arrive in central Paris
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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