Bruges is known as the “Venice of the North” and is the best-preserved medieval city. The old town is crisscrossed by canals, and boating through them feels like stepping into a fairy tale; the Belfry of Bruges stands tall in the Market Square, offering panoramic views of red-tiled rooftops from the top; the Church of Our Lady houses Michelangelo’s sculpture “Madonna and Child”; the Lake of Love and the Beguinage are serene and picturesque. Must-try local delicacies include the artisanal beers of the Halve Maan Brewery, Flemish beef stew, chocolate truffles, Liège waffles, and fries with mayonnaise—enjoying them at a canal-side restaurant adds a touch of romance.