Private tour in Bruges Natalie T
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Hello. My name is Natalie. I invite you on a trip through an unlocked history to hear facts and legends, understand culture and tradition and taste some of Europe's best influences. Despite this region's past of assault, theft, and religious influence (most, I can tell you is true), its legends prevail so strongly that it is not hard to step back into time. I'm English. I once fell in love with a Flemish man, and still agree with my decision. They say "marry a Flemish man, fall in love with the place he was born in". Well there is much truth in this, and quite honestly, the Flemish don't often part from their home villages anyway, fiercely loyal to their birthplace. Bruges is The Fairy Tale City. While Bruges became the centre of my life since 7 years ago, my home town is middle-England, Nottinghamshire, (another beautiful place where time forgot), and traditions still exist. You can ask me about my May Queen accolade if you want. My past career in the UK of Purchasing Manager at head office is long-forgotten since this love affair began, and I am not looking back at all. Bruges could seem like some unrealistic Disney excerpt. One may be forgiven for asking 'What time do the gates close and we all have to leave?'. I could honestly answer to you 18:30 - but that doesn't apply to the main city gates (anymore). The truth behind this poor, lost, mysterious city intrigued me, and several years after my arrival, many history books and city walks later, I am fully equipped with local knowledge and have been sharing my knowledge for the last 3 years, accompanying the Bruges' visitors and sharing stories. I appreciate any opportunity to share it with THE most perfect person in the world - the relaxed holidaymaker, in an abundant frame of mind, ready for the occasional dive into the unknown while accepting sinful pleasures are not so harmful after all. In fact the Flemish are some of the healthiest people I've met. Out of hours, I am a mother of two small things, male and female, and quite a happy jogger around the area. I often get myself into corners I've never been before by running into the distance, and wonder what stories belong to what I see. Now 'History' or 'His Story' aside, being a true immigrant to a historically proud nation I have glimpsed into a culture that I have not seen before. So I can also tell you 'My Story' - what I have noticed here that makes Bruges so unique, how successfully the Flemish economy thrives, how much a local likes to throw parties, at all expenses, with friends from back to primary school days. I might even give you my preference for Three or One Star Michelin dining. Yes, there is so much to a walking talking tour than history. I am a safe driver, with a luxury car with AirCon, BMW X5 (see photo), for collections. Hotels, ports, train station etc. I can fit in 3 passengers. Below I have listed my tour options. See the table for my daily availability for the coming months. Please contact me with any further questions. Every tour will take into consideration your expectations and preferences, so feel free to pick and choose elements from different tours, and if we can, we build them in to the time we share together. With thanks, Natalie - I am a licensed guide for City of Bruges - Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Design, Media & Management (Birmingham, UK) - Driving license (clean) Wheelchairs and buggies pose no problem, with the exception of one or two steps. Flat footwear is best advised. Entry to city museums is not included in my standard tours. Wrap up warm in Winter, (minus -3 degrees max). Summer max 34 degrees.
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This evening tour shows a different side of our small city. When darkness falls, the city lights up majestically, giving a very nostalgic feeling. Bruges is timeless in its beauty. The hustle and bustle of daytime activity and traffic is gone, leaving us to walk the streets at ease in one of the safest places I have known in my life, and certainly a time where medieval living has not yet departed. We step back into history to walk the ancient canals, which were the life-line of the city, discussing the local legends and ghost stories. Once one of the richest and most successful corners of Europe, Bruges was known at 'Bruges La Morte' ('Bruges the Dead'). We may just sneak a preview of the forgotten city as it once existed, quiet, religious and full of superstition, even ghosts. NB *For less than 5 days booking notice please message with your request.
-Beursplein - The very first baby steps of the New York Stock Markets began here in Bruges, I will explain how. -Pottensmakerstraat - the importance of the old city gates and what became of them. -Vlamingbrug -Augustijnbrug and the secrets behind the tunnels leading the convent to the abbey, and a tragic ghost story of two ghosts, never seen together. -Jan Van Eyck Plein - the former toll house, Poorters' Lodge - a meeting place for the most wealthy traders. -Spinolarei - another famous ghost story of a musical piano-playing spirit trapped within the walls of her house. -St. Annarei - home of the oldest surviving pub in the city -Jerusalem Chapel - a private chapel, still owned by the Adornes family who are responsible for the existence of a church in Bruges representing the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. -Godhouses - Who benefited from these houses built for the poor and needy? -St. Joris (Archers) Guild -Windmills & Kruispoort Gate. We can finish the tour with an optional beer tasting
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We walk by foot for the full duration of this tour.
Bruges, Flanders, Belgium
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Maarkt - City centre market square (with the Belfort Tower). In front of the HISTORIUM museum, with the big red signage. It is also the Tourism Office. I can also meet you at your preferred location if desired, for e.g. train station or hotel. Just email me with your preference.
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