Belfry of Bruges (Belfort van Brugge) Tours and Tickets

Yes, you can visit the Belfry of Bruges on a tour. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is included on most Bruges tour itineraries, including self-guided options. Tours typically combine the belfry with the Gothic Church of Our Lady and the Groeninge Museum, home to Flemish masterpieces.

That depends. Anyone who prefers to admire the Belfry of Bruges’ centuries-old architecture from the outside can enjoy stunning exterior views from Market Square in just 10 minutes. If you prefer to climb the 366 steps to the top of the tower, then you’ll need to allot around an hour—or more if there are long lines.

Yes, the Belfry of Bruges is good for kids. However, there’s no elevator to the top of the tower, so you won’t be able to bring strollers. Plan on bringing a baby carrier to keep infants safely strapped in. Older children can climb on their own and kids under seven can enter for free.

Yes. Most people agree that the views from the top of the Belfry are worth the effort. Not only is it thrilling to ascend a structure that dates back to the 13th century, but panoramic views spanning the whole length of Bruges are a worthwhile reward for braving the climb.

The best time of day to visit the Belfry of Bruges is a weekday morning. Avoid afternoons, when the Belfry of Bruges draws the largest crowds and longest lines. The tower closes in stormy weather. The carillon bells play on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11am to noon; special carillon concerts are held in summer.

Unfortunately, the Belfry of Bruges is not accessible. However, while wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility can’t ascend the Belfry of Bruges, they can admire the tower from ground level. The surrounding surfaces are flat and paved, with occasional cobblestones. Only climb the tower if you have a reasonable level of fitness.