A sunny day in charmingly cold Bruges

I was yearning for a cold autumn day in Bruges and long walks through the canals. A cozy cafe with a hot chocolate next to me and my notebook in front of me. And the view through the window would be that of a beautiful medieval city swept in autumn beauty.

Unfortunately for me, the reality looked a lot sunnier. Which normally isn’t a bad thing, but in this particular case, I felt a bit disappointed. In my hectic schedule, I chose the wrong date to come here.

Nonetheless, I spent a great day along the canals and even discovered a new street. I was delighted to get acquainted with some new corners of Bruges.

Seeing the last of autumn leaves still holding on to trees, I said goodbye to autumn as I walked along the canals.

Bruges’ famous chocolate

Honestly, what’s a visit to any Belgian city without chocolate? So this time, I stopped by Le Comptoir de Mathilde and stocked up on spéculoos chocolate. I was completely unfamiliar with spéculoos prior to moving here, in fact I had never even heard of it. And now I’m guilty for absolutely adoring this chocolate!

De Medici

And finally, not to forget a café suggestion, this time I introduce you to De Medici, a two-floor café and pastry shop that couldn’t look more inviting during this Christmastime. What I love most about it is when I order a hot chocolate, it arrives in a vintage coffee pot but here’s what makes it so special. The handle actually has its own mitten in order to protect your fingers from getting burnt. I can’t say I’ve seen a lot of mittens for coffee pot handles!

All things considered, Bruges was a charmer (as per usual) despite my odd desire for an overcast day and I hope these photos get you daydreaming about this unforgettable city!