Bruges becomes storybook pretty during Winter Glow, with Christmas markets on Markt and Simon Stevinplein and a city‑wide Light Experience Trail.
Browse Belgian crafts, sample waffles and hot chocolate, then follow the illuminations past canals and gabled façades. An ice rink and winter bar keep the mood high for families and couples alike. Everything is walkable from the station through the cobbled centre—arrive mid‑afternoon and stay for blue‑hour photos as lights reflect in the water. The event runs into early January, making Bruges ideal for a New Year escape. With quality makers and romantic scenery, Winter Glow earns its place among Europe’s most atmospheric festive breaks.
Additional Information on Winter Glow (Christmas Markets)
- Two main market squares with chalets
- Light Experience Trail around heritage sites
- Ice rink and cosy winter bar
- Rail: Bruges station ~20 min walk
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