Attractions and Places To See around Zedelgem - Top 20

One day at the beginning of the twentieth century, the then owner of the Arentshuis and the garden of the property were expropriated. The city council believed that the garden should be made public and that there should be a museum. In addition, there had to be a connection with the other part of the Arentshof. For this purpose, a simple bridge was built over the Reie in 1911, the Bonifacius Bridge. It became one of the most photogenic bridges in Bruges and much of the rest of the world. Who ever visited Bruges and didn't take pictures?

The Bruges registry office (Oude Civiele Griffie), right next to the town hall on Burg Square, is the former court of justice and one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. The Renaissance façade dates from the 16th century and is decorated with several gilded statues: the central figure is Justitia, on the left you can see Moses with the tablets of the law. From the river it is a brick building with small turrets; you pass it on a boat tour. The building is connected to the town hall by a small bridge that leads over a footpath.

The "Oude Civiele Griffie", the Old Civil Chancellery, was completed in 1537 and is located on Burg Square in Bruges between the State House of the Bruges Free Office and the Town Hall. It is considered one of the oldest Renaissance buildings in Flanders. The front façade, which is decorated with numerous sculptures, was built from natural stone. The building has been restored and extended several times, most recently in 2001. It has been a listed building since 1942.

The characterful setting of the Bonifacius Bridge and the adjacent Arentshof will delight many visitors. Here you will find an irresistible combination of impressive history and warm romance . Situated along the picturesque canals, the Arentshof creates a unique atmosphere with its tall trees, hidden benches, mysterious artwork and beautiful views of the Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk and the Gruuthuse Palace. Here you can literally watch the world go by: tour boats sail past and people stroll in wonder across the square while the hooves of horse-drawn carriages resound throughout the day. Don't be fooled one bit further, because the charming, centuries-old Bonifacius Bridge dates back to the early 20th century and is one of Bruges' youngest bridges . While you admire the charming canals with overhanging (half-timbered) houses and passing boats, you will undoubtedly feel a sense of humility when you look up at the tower of the Church of Our Lady. Carefully chosen lighting gives this treasured place of love an enchanting dimension at night. Source: https://www.routeyou.com/de-be/location/view/51952623/bonifacius-brucke-liebesbrucke-brugge

The Bonifatius Bridge is hidden behind the Church of Our Lady and is a popular photo opportunity. The whole scenery there is wonderfully idyllic and kitschy. The Hotel Bonifacius with its unusual wooden facade is located directly on the bridge. The house could also be from “Lord of the Rings” or “The Hobbit”. The bridge looks old, but was only built at the beginning of the 20th century.

The small brick and stone bridge was built at the beginning of the 20th century and spans the Reie Canal, surrounded by half-timbered houses. On one side, it borders the historic Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk Church, which houses the remains of St. Boniface. The bridge was named after him. The bridge overlooks the picturesque city park. The entrance is on the other bank, opposite the church. From here, you can also watch the boats and gondolas sailing through the canal. Interestingly, the bridge is generally considered the oldest in the city. In fact, it is one of the youngest bridges in Bruges. The structure is called the Bridge of Love and is a popular spot for couples in love. According to local legend, if an unmarried virgin crosses the bridge, the first man she meets will become her husband. https://tropter.com/en/belgien/brugge/bonifacius-bridge

In the town hall there is a lot to see about Bruges and the people of Bruges. There is also some news: Using an Augmented Reality (AR) model and various objects, paintings, prints and photos, a new permanent display in the Town Hall illustrates the history of Bruges' connection with the sea. 'Bruges and the Sea' tells the story of the perseverance and inventiveness of the people of Bruges to maintain their connection with the sea. From Roman times to today.

The view of the old buildings is definitely worth seeing