We used our Eurostar tickets for a complimentary transfer to Bruges (the g kinda makes a sh sound and the s is silent) - sometimes called the Venice of the North. Bruges offered more oustanding chocolate, beer, and waffles. Overall it was rather touristy but venturing just off the beaten path always helps.
We stayed in a castle: Kasteel Ten Berghe. The adult highlight of the castle was the self-service bar. The little room was filled to the brim with several varieties of Belgian beer. They kept the window open for refrigeration.
Bicycles are very popular. Although Brent and the girls only rode around the grounds.
There was a little chapel in the castle...
Out of desperation we ate one meal at what appeared to be a tourist trap and indeed was a disappointing lunch. But dinner made up for the experience...Bruges Zot and the Belgian national dish: Mussels.
More chocolate...
I bought the middle one for Brent for Christmas.
Shhh...don't tell.
We had a luxurious lounge in our room...
A Bruges canal...
Another canal view...
We had extra time when we returned to Brussels for our return train. We explored the area around the Royal Palace and park. And of course bought more chocolates to bring home.
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