
Bruges, bridges to business

As a congress city, Bruges focuses, among other things, on association congresses in specific growth sectors: port and logistics with the link to the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, tourism and culture, healthcare from the presence of the hospitals AZ Sint-Jan and AZ Sint-Lucas, the ICT sector and the world of machine building and mechatronics.
Planning a conference? An unforgettable MICE event? Bruges will seduce your audience! Within its historical framework, innovation is all around. Meet each other at state-of-the-art venues, restaurants and accommodations. Enjoy free advice and support to create the perfect program and… let business flow!
Discover the charming UNESCO World Heritage city and the venues Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre and Concertgebouw Brugge yourself.
Assets for your conference
UNESCO World Heritage City
our extraordinary venues and charming hotels in a historic setting
Great accessibility
Bruges is easily accessible by car, train, plane or ship. Once you arrive, all the locations and catering facilities are within walking distance
Everything within walking distance
All venues, hotels, musea and restaurants are within walking distance of each other.
State-of-the-art venues for your next conference
Bruges' two largest venues are equipped with all modern comfort. The complementary conference venues put Bruges on the international map for medium-sized conferences. The Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre and Concertgebouw Brugge are within walking distance of each other and of the numerous hotels, museums and attractions in the historic city centre.
Book your site visit
Discover the charming UNESCO World Heritage city yourself! Book your site visit hereunder. Our team will assess your request and we will contact you for further details.
Your convention bureau in Bruges
The Convention Bureau will offer you free support and specific advice for the organisation of conferences, seminars, meetings, incentives, product presentations and training courses in the city of Bruges. From the search for a suitable location, the ideal partners or the delivery of a varied programme - indeed, the city has many assets for shaping your overall experience.
Economic growth sectors in Bruges
The UNESCO World Heritage City of Bruges welcomes as many as 7.3 million visitors annually (*). Combined with a world port, a healthcare sector with 800 years of history and complemented by great expertise in ICT and mechatronics, it is a popular home for a great many sectors. These economic growth sectors are the holy grail of the Bruges economy. They are the perfect breeding ground for attracting exciting national and international residential (association) conferences and other MICE activities.
Staying during your conference in Bruges
Bruges offers a highly diverse selection for your overnight stay in the city. Based on a short briefing, the team of Visit Bruges Convention Bureau will analyse your personal preferences and filter the offerings into a selection tailored to your organisation. Quickly and with no obligation.

Great accessibility
Bruges is easily accessible by car, train, bus, plane or ship. You can easily travel to Bruges by rail from the major national stations and from a great many international hubs.
Once you arrive, all the locations and catering facilities are within walking distance. This is a great asset for your conference, event or incentive in our city.