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Ostend and Bruges Christmas Markets

2025

Ostend and Bruges Christmas Markets

Ostend and Bruges Christmas Markets

2025

If you are into art, cosiness, shopping, ice skating, Santa Claus, Christmas presents and/or delicious food, you should definitely pay a visit to Ostend this winter. Christmas is the perfect time to take a trip to Belgium and explore the City by The Sea. Ostend doesn't have one but two cosy Christmas Markets. Another eye-catcher during the ‘Winter in Ostend’ event is an illuminated tunnel in the Adolf Buylstraat shopping street. This tunnel will be covering the entire street for a distance of 188 meters with a breath-taking canopy consisting of 232,500 lights! The entire city will then be decorated in Christmas lights and the city centre streets will be livened up with Christmas animations.
The main Christmas market in Bruges is in Grote Markt, with its pretty, wooden chalets surrounding a glittering ice rink, where skaters swish and stumble in the shadow of the 83m-high belfry. If you can face the 366 steps to the bells at the top, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the chocolate-box city below.

 

Includes:

*  Luxury coach travel

*  3 Nights accommodation with breakfast

*  Leisure time in Ostend

*  Leisure time in Bruges

 

If you are into art, cosiness, shopping, ice skating, Santa Claus, Christmas presents and/or delicious food, you should definitely pay a visit to Ostend this winter. Christmas is the perfect time to take a trip to Belgium and explore the City by The Sea. Ostend doesn't have one but two cosy Christmas Markets. Another eye-catcher during the ‘Winter in Ostend’ event is an illuminated tunnel in the Adolf Buylstraat shopping street. This tunnel will be covering the entire street for a distance of 188 meters with a breath-taking canopy consisting of 232,500 lights! The entire city will then be decorated in Christmas lights and the city centre streets will be livened up with Christmas animations.
The main Christmas market in Bruges is in Grote Markt, with its pretty, wooden chalets surrounding a glittering ice rink, where skaters swish and stumble in the shadow of the 83m-high belfry. If you can face the 366 steps to the bells at the top, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the chocolate-box city below.

 

Includes:

*  Luxury coach travel

*  3 Nights accommodation with breakfast

*  Leisure time in Ostend

*  Leisure time in Bruges

 

Hotel

The Ostend Hotel – Ostend
Ideally situated in the heart of the resort, the Ostend Hotel is just a short stroll from the promenade, beach, and main shopping areas. This welcoming 3-star hotel offers comfortable accommodation and a range of facilities including a restaurant, bar, and lift. All 110 bedrooms are well-appointed, featuring a private bathroom, hairdryer, TV, and telephone – ensuring a relaxing and convenient stay. We’ve been bringing tour groups to the Ostend Hotel since 2020, a testament to its consistent quality and excellent location.

 

Itinerary

Monday – We set off early in the day and make our way to Dover, where we catch an afternoon ferry to Calais. After arriving in France, we continue our journey into Belgium. Once there, you'll find yourself conveniently located near a variety of restaurants for your evening meal before settling in for the night.

Tuesday – Enjoy a full day at leisure in the charming coastal town of Ostend. Take a relaxing stroll through Leopold Park, explore the festive Christmas Market, and visit the scenic promenade, pier, and marina. You might also enjoy browsing the shops and cafés in the nearby Vissersplein.

Wednesday – Today we head to the picturesque city of Bruges. The day is yours to explore at your own pace—wander through its cobbled streets, admire the medieval architecture, and soak up the festive atmosphere at its delightful Christmas Market. We return to Ostend in the late afternoon.

Thursday – After breakfast, we bid farewell to Ostend and make our way back to Calais for an afternoon ferry crossing to Dover. We then continue our journey home, arriving in the local area at approximately 22:00 hrs.

 

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If you are into art, cosiness, shopping, ice skating, Santa Claus, Christmas presents and/or delicious food, you should definitely pay a visit to Ostend this winter. Christmas is the perfect time to take a trip to Belgium and explore the City by The Sea. Ostend doesn't have one but two cosy Christmas Markets. Another eye-catcher during the ‘Winter in Ostend’ event is an illuminated tunnel in the Adolf Buylstraat shopping street. This tunnel will be covering the entire street for a distance of 188 meters with a breath-taking canopy consisting of 232,500 lights! The entire city will then be decorated in Christmas lights and the city centre streets will be livened up with Christmas animations.
The main Christmas market in Bruges is in Grote Markt, with its pretty, wooden chalets surrounding a glittering ice rink, where skaters swish and stumble in the shadow of the 83m-high belfry. If you can face the 366 steps to the bells at the top, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the chocolate-box city below.