Visiting Basilica of the Holy Blood: what to know
- Tickets
- Free entry
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Best time
- Weekday mornings
- Getting there
- In Burg square in central Bruges
Bruges itineraries with Basilica of the Holy Blood
Basilica of the Holy Blood is on day 1
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Day 1 of Bruges: Weekend Escape
The Markt and the Burg
How Basilica of the Holy Blood fits into a day.- 9:30Markt, BrugesCentre
- 10:30Belfry of BrugesMarkt
- 12:30Burg, BrugesCentre
- 13:30Basilica of the Holy BloodBurg
- 15:00Bruges City HallBurg
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Basilica of the Holy Blood FAQs
What is the Holy Blood relic?
It is a vial said to contain blood of Jesus Christ, brought to Bruges in the 12th century.
When is the relic shown?
It is displayed on Fridays after 11:00 and on certain feast days. Exact times vary.
Is photography allowed inside?
Photography is permitted in the lower chapel but not during relic viewings in the upper chapel.
