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Known worldwide for its romantic setting over the water with its canals, bridges and secret gardens, Bruges is named, with good reason, «the Venice of the North», a paradise that has preserved the wealth of its past and artistic heritage.
Beyond this enchantment related to its history, Bruges is the capital of the Flemish craft, a city of artists, workshops and shops.
These talented Bruges, women and men of art, operate felicitously in accordance with the traditions using ancient and contemporary techniques.
Under the label, «Handmade in Bruges», these professionals attach great importance to maintaining the craft heritage and the transmission of expertise without losing sight of customer requirements always looking for what is unique.
A journey into the city center was designed to discover the products locally.
The professions represented highlight the typical features of the Bruges heritage: lace, calligraphy, stone carving, chocolate, textile and gastronomy.
Bruges and bobbin lace, work of art that, in the mid 19th century has helped families economically but also Bruges and its «Choco Story» museum and its exquisite chocolate specialties, delicate and delicious, the city acquired 12 Michelin-starred restaurants.
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Alessandra Cenna
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