Bruges Christmas Market

We flew back to Paris, stayed the night, drove to Bruges, explored the town and Christmas market, stayed the night, explored the town some more, drove back to Paris, stayed the night, and flew back to Utah the next day. It was well worth the effort. This town was incredible.

The drive through French countryside is always amazing, and we had never explored this direction before. There are bits of significant history everywhere.

On our way into town we stopped to eat and tried the Bruges french fries. So-so. We then went straight for the main square to see the Christmas market. It was cold and rainy and we didn't even notice because of the charm of this small city. Pictures can't quite capture it, at least not an iPhone with me behind it!

 

When we found this little stand we texted Geoff's family to see if anyone wanted anything. We nearly cleaned the place out!

And then we went to Käthe Wohlfahrt where we spent a very long while.

We bought this guy, which reminds us of the symbol of Santa being the Giver of all Good Gifts. I love how action-oriented he is, and how LIGHT guides all that he does.

The Bruges History Museum had a box of dress ups, which is always a big hit with Ceci.

Another lady took a turn being the queen and Ceci jumped into her pictures as well.

The next morning we explored around a bit more, then the girls split off for awhile and went back to the History of Bruges museum while Geoff and I walked around the city.

And we tried more french fries. They ARE good!

I'm glad we made time for this Christmas market. It was a good kick into the Christmas season.

Adele picked up some last minute macaroons before getting on the plane...