Experience two traditional Christmas markets in historic surroundings

Hotel Velotel

Experience an enchanting Christmas at Velotel Bruges, where stylish design rooms and warm hospitality meet in the heart of this UNESCO World Heritage city. After a day wandering the streets twinkling with lights, return to the comfort of your room with views over the city or the tranquil hotel garden — the perfect place to warm up with a hot chocolate or a glass of bubbles.

Bruges turns into a winter fairytale, with several Christmas markets spread across the historic centre. The two main locations for the market stalls are Market Square (Grote Markt) and Simon Stevinplein, where wooden chalets offer handmade gifts, local delicacies and mulled wine.
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The winter programme is part of the Winter Glow festival, which brings extra festive lighting, an experience trail and extensive winter entertainment to the city — ideal for an evening stroll after shopping.
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For skating fans and après-skate fun there is a special location at the romantic Minnewater: a floating ice rink and a winter bar create an unforgettable setting next to the “Lake of Love” — perfect for a romantic walk or a playful outing with friends and family.
During the Christmas season you can usually expect a mix of traditional treats, artisanal gifts and cosy food stalls — from Belgian chocolate and waffles to savoury snacks and warm mulled wine — making Bruges ideal for a shopping and culinary city trip.
Ultimate Christmas Markets

Velotel Bruges is the perfect base: after a day of markets and shopping you return to modern comfort, relax in the spa or take a dip in the pool. Thanks to the central location you can reach the Christmas markets within a few minutes’ walk, and then finish the evening in style with a gourmet dinner in the hotel restaurant or a cocktail at the bar.

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Highlights

Visit Wintergloed, including the Christmas markets from November 21, 2025 through January 4, 2026

Various Christmas markets in the area

Walking distance from the historic center of Bruges

Free parking

Sauna & fitness

Bike hotel

This package for 2 persons includes the following:

✓ 2 x Overnight stay

All Classic rooms are cozy with a contemporary design, warm colors, and wooden floors. The bicycle theme of the design ensures carefree moments.

Upgrade

✓ Room upgrade to Superior Twin

Enjoy extra comfort with a complimentary upgrade to the Superior Twin room of approx. 28 m². This spacious room features two comfortable beds, modern amenities, and a stylish design.

✓ Daily breakfastbuffet

Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet at Velotel Bruges, where a variety of hot and cold options are served. From freshly baked pastries and fine cold cuts to healthy cereals and fruits, everything is prepared to kick-start your day.

✓ 3-Course dinner (day of arrival)

Enjoy a flavorful three-course dinner, composed of fresh, local ingredients. Each course is carefully crafted to reflect the regional cuisine, with a modern twist that makes every evening special.

✓ Use of sauna & fitness

Relax and rejuvenate with access to the hotel's sauna and fitness facilities. The modern fitness center is equipped with everything you need for a full workout, while the sauna is the perfect place to unwind after a busy day.

✓ Bottle of Cava in the room

Something to celebrate or simply want to toast to a relaxing stay? Upon arrival, you will receive a small bottle of Cava in your room.

✓ Bathrobes in the room

Relax even better in a soft bathrobe after a wonderful dip in the pool or a nice afternoon in the sauna.

✓ Bag of homemade cookies

As a sweet surprise, Velotel Bruges offers bags of homemade cookies. These delightful treats are perfect for enjoying with coffee or as a snack on the go, adding a personal touch to your stay.

✓ Free hiking and cycling routes

Discover the beautiful surroundings with the free walking and cycling routes that you will receive at the hotel.

✓ Early check-in from 1 PM

Come to the hotel extra early to get as much from your visit as possible. Check in from 1 PM.

✓ Late check-out until 13:00

Upon departure, you can enjoy a late check-out until 1 PM, allowing you to start the last day of your visit fully rested. There's no need to rush with this service!

✓ Free parking

You can park your car for free in the car park in the grounds next to the hotel.

Hotel facilities

Restaurant

Free parking- Option for covered parking. Costs are €6 per night.

Sauna

A fast-charging station is available next to the hotel. Reservations are not possible

Fitness

Bike rental available

Pets are not allowed

The hotel has disabled rooms that can be booked upon request.

Tips nearby

5 fun outings near Hotel Velotel

Explore the Historic Center of Bruges

Take a stroll through the picturesque historic center of Bruges. Admire the beautiful medieval architecture, the famous canals, and charming cobblestone streets. Be sure not to miss the Markt and the Belfry for an authentic Bruges experience.

Visit the Groeningemuseum

Art enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to the Groeningemuseum, where you can admire an extensive collection of Flemish and Belgian paintings, including works by Jan van Eyck and other masters of the Flemish Primitives.

Boat ride through Bruges

A visit to Bruges is not complete without a trip on the fantastically beautiful Bruges canals. You can embark at various moorings to admire the city's most special spots from a completely different angle.

Sample chocolate at a local chocolatier

Bruges is renowned for its excellent Belgian chocolate. Visit one of the many chocolatiers in the city to taste handmade treats and perhaps even attend a workshop.

Bike tour around Bruges

Rent a bike from the hotel and take a relaxing bike ride around the city or in the surrounding countryside. You can cycle past windmills, through tranquil suburbs, or even follow a route that takes you to nearby villages like Damme.

Do you have more questions?

How can I cancel? +

I want to cancel a package
You can cancel your booking within the cancellation period, in which case you will receive a refund of the package amount and a voucher for the booking fee. You will find the cancellation deadline in the third step of the booking process. Via the 'cancel booking' button in the booking confirmation e-mail, you can cancel the booking yourself if you are still within the cancellation period.

Nearly all our packages can be cancelled up to 24 hours before the day of arrival. However, for some packages this is 48 or 72 hours before the day of arrival. The time of arrival does not matter for the cancellation period.

Can the package also be booked for more than one person? +

Great that you want to book multiple arrangements! That is certainly possible. An arrangement is for 2 people. In the second step of the booking process, you can add as many rooms to your booking as are available.

Each room you add is essentially an extra arrangement for two people.

Can I book 2 or more packages at the same time? +

Great that you want to book multiple packages! That is indeed possible. In the second step of the booking process, you can add as many rooms to your booking as are available.

Each room you add is essentially an additional package for two people.

How can I change the date of my booking? +

It is unfortunately not possible to change a booking (date). You must first cancel the existing booking via the 'cancel' button. You will find this button in the e-mail with the booking confirmation, which you received immediately after payment of your reservation. Can't find it? Check your junk mail and/or spam to be sure.

I want to stay longer +

If you want to book an extra night you can, provided that we also offer the corresponding package for 1 night, book consecutively to your other booking. The same applies if you want to book two additional nights. If we do not offer the package for one night on the site, you can do this through the hotel. You pay the normal hotel rate. So unfortunately not with our valid discount.

For Room only bookings it is advisable to check availability via the website. It is however necessary to make a new booking.

I want to customize the package +

It is not possible to adjust the package. However, there are a number of extras that can be booked during the booking process. The package cannot be changed in terms of duration and content. If you want to come with more than two people, you can add extra packages in the second step of the booking process.

How to use my discount code +

At the 3rd step of the booking process, you can enter your discount code. See here for a further explanation.

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