Brugge Çan Tower
Brugge Çan Tower is one of the notable stops in Bruges, with a route-friendly location for your trip.
Quick facts
- Architectural style
- Brabantine Gothic
- Heritage status
- part of UNESCO World Heritage Site
Facts from Wikidata, photos from Wikimedia Commons.
Did you know?
Is the climb up the belfry hard?
366 narrow, steep steps and no lift. There are landings to rest on, and because space at the top is limited, entry is capped at busy times.
Why does the tower lean?
It tilts roughly a metre to the east, having settled on soft ground under the weight of additions made over centuries. Its movement is measured regularly.
How does the bell system work?
The tower holds a 47-bell carillon, played both automatically by a drum mechanism and by hand on a keyboard-like console. The city employs a full-time carillonneur.
Why go?
- Easy to add to your route
- Good photo stop
- Popular local highlight






