Belfry of Bruges

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Belfry of Bruges


                                    


The Belfry of Bruges  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.

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