Provinciaal Hof, Gothic Revival palace at Market Square, Belgium
The Provincial Palace features a symmetrical stone facade with pointed arches, pinnacles, and detailed sculptures representing Belgian provinces and historical figures.
Built between 1887 and 1921, the palace replaced the former Waterhalle, where medieval merchants loaded and unloaded their goods from ships in Bruges canals.
The interior displays Belgian artistic heritage through painted coats of arms, stained glass windows, and statues that represent the administrative functions of Flanders.
The palace opens Monday and Wednesday through Sunday from 10:30 to 18:00, offering guided tours and hosting professional events in its five meeting rooms.
The building combines Gothic Revival and Neoclassical elements during a period when this architectural style had declined in Europe but gained popularity in America.
Location: Bruges
Inception: January 1, 1892
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Address: Markt
Opening Hours: Monday 10:30-18:00; Wednesday-Sunday 10:30-18:00
Website: https://west-vlaanderen.be/over-west-vlaanderen/provinciaal-hof
GPS coordinates: 51.20890,3.22520
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:40
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