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Church of our Lady

Bruges, Bruges, Belgium

Featured Review : The second church I visited in Bruges could hardly have been more different from the first (that being the Basilica of the Holy Blood) but I loved it with almost as much ardour as the first and for completely different r...See Full Review

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Church of our Lady Reviews

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Bright and golden and just as beautiful...

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Red Mezz from Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • December 8, 2010
Bright and golden and just as beautiful...
Quote: The second church I visited in Bruges could hardly have been more different from the first (that being the Basilica of the Holy Blood) but I loved it with almost as much ardour as the first and for completely different reasons. Where the basilica... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal We shall strike a balance between culture and fun

See that Building that Towers Above the Rest?

  • 5 out of 5 stars by tanseg from Austin, Texas
  • April 27, 2009
Quote: There is a nice little article at travelofftheradar.com highlighting the Church of Our Lady in Bruges. It's architecture and style is supposed to be interesting...and it being the tallest building in the city, I'm sure it's hard to... Read the full Church of our Lady review
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Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk

  • 4 out of 5 stars by mightywease from Carshalton, United Kingdom
  • July 1, 2006
Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk
Quote: Along with the Belfort the 122m high spire of the Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk (The Church of Our Lady) is a recognizable profile on the Bruges skyline. Beginning in 1220, the church took over 300 years to complete and thus is a mixture of various... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal Bruges - The Epitome of Charm

Church of our Lady

  • 4 out of 5 stars by akakd from , Arizona
  • September 19, 2004
Church of our Lady
Quote: Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk, or "Church of Our Lady", dates from 1220. This massive church employs many architectural styles. Its spire is Belgium's tallest. Most notable is Michelangelo's Virgin and Child sculpture, possibly the most celebrated piece... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal Charming Bruges

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Our Lady's Church and famed Madonna

  • 3 out of 5 stars by michaelhudson from Jarrow, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom
  • July 11, 2004
Our Lady's Church and famed Madonna
Quote: The 122m high brick tower that tops the Church of Our Lady (Onze Lieve Vrouwkerk) is the second highest in the entire country, once serving as an inland lighthouse for ships sailing into the city. Dark and medieval, it’s a mish-mash of styles... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal Magical Bruges

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Our Lady's Church and famed Madonna

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Drever from Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • November 8, 2003
Our Lady's Church and famed Madonna
Quote: The slim brick tower of Our Lady's Church becomes visible long before the huddle of houses when approaching Bruges. It is the highest tower in the city and the world's highest brick tower. More visible than the Belfry in the Markt, it provides a... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal Bruges - a reawakened medieval city

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The Church of Our Lady (and Michaelangelo)

  • 4 out of 5 stars by gwelkins from Manhattan, New York
  • January 11, 2002
The Church of Our Lady (and Michaelangelo)
Quote: Church of Our Lady ('Onze Lieve Vrouekerk') You never know what you'll find when you ask a local for directions. We asked the proprietor of a sweet little lace shop to send us on an interesting walk back to our hotel. She pointed us in the... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal BRUGES -- Cultural Capitol of Europe 2002

Church of our Lady

  • 4 out of 5 stars by BeAdventureous! from Little Rock,, Arkansas
  • June 30, 2001
Quote: Entering, you stumble from bright daylight into a candle-lit vast church. The magnificient sculpted work of Michelangelo arrests your vision. Stunning in its pure white form, you recognize his genuis immediately. The arched ceilings are dazzeling... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal Medieval Bruge

Church of our Lady

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Re Carroll from Abbotsford, British Columbia
  • October 28, 2000
Church of our Lady
Quote: Although it is going through some renovations and the outside is covered with scaffolding, this Church is worth a visit. The Church was completed in the 15th century and has the tallest spire in the city at 400 ft. The highlight is the white... Read the full Church of our Lady review

From journal Discovering Bruges