Belfry of Bruges

The Belfry of Bruges (Dutch: Belfort van Brugge) is a medieval bell tower in the centre of Bruges, Belgium. One of the city's most prominent symbols, the belfry formerly housed a treasury and the municipal archives and served as an observation post for spotting fires and other dangers.

Belfry of Bruges
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Belfry of Bruges seen from the Markt
LocationBruges, Belgium
Part ofBelfries of Belgium and France
CriteriaCultural: (ii), (iv)
Reference943bis-008
Inscription1999 (23rd Session)
Extensions2005
Coordinates51°12′30″N 3°13′29″E
Location of Belfry of Bruges in Belgium
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