The hotel has a private underground car park with 40 parking places; places are according to availability and can only be reserved after booking. The parking is accessible with a car lift (2m height, 2m20 wide, 5m40 long). LPG cars are prohibited. 200m down the road you will find Pandreitje car park and 500 m along the public car park Alfa Park.
The nearest airports are the international airports of Brussels-Zaventem (± 110 km), Ostend (± 30 km), and Charleroi (± 150 km). The train station is 3 km away from the hotel. Taxi service is available at the station.
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Location
in the heart of Bruges
EVENTS
in Bruges
There is always plenty to do in Bruges: for art, shopping or culture lovers.
Below you will find the largest events.Â
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- A new artistic hotspot and architectural landmark in the heart of Bruges, an art gallery with international allure for leading exhibitions and events.
- Exhibitions:
- Refik Anadol. Latent City – May 8 – November 8, 2026
- BIGGER PICTURE. Connected worlds of Bruges 900 – 1550 – May 8 – September 6, 2026
Open-air concerts – April 18, 2026 – September 27, 2026
- In the spring and summer, free atmospheric concerts of harmonies, fanfares, and brass bands take place in Bruges at the Burg, the Markt, and in the Koningin Astridpark.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/open-air-concerts-2026
Carillon summer concerts – June 17, 2026 – September 19, 2026
- During the summer months, enjoy the sounds of the carillon against the enchanting backdrop of the town hall courtyard.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/carillon-summer-concerts-2026
Cirque Plus – July 24 – 26, 2026
- Spectacular circus festival in Bruges featuring acrobatics, theater, and international artists for all ages.
- More info: https://www.cirqueplus.be/en/home
Cathedral Festival Bruges – July 24 – August 18, 2026
- The Cathedral Festival Bruges is an international concert series that showcases the two magnificent restored organs.
- More info: https://www.sintsalvatorskathedraal.be/concerts/#
Brugge Centraal Open Air – August 7, 2026
- On Friday 7 August, the Burg square will serve as the grand backdrop for the free music festival Brugge Centraal Open Air, featuring a line-up packed with pop artists known for their electrifying live sets.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/brugge-centraal-open-air
Benenwerk – August 8, 2026
- Discover a wide range of dance styles, workshops, initiations, live music and DJ sets across 13 different stages in Bruges city centre. Free!
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/benenwerk-2026
HaFaBrugge – August 29 – 30, 2026
- HaFaBrugge is a triennial music festival organised by the Bruges Music Corps. During this 8th edition, fanfares, concert bands, brass bands and show groups from Bruges and West Flanders will present a varied programme on the Market Square.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/hafabrugge-2026-making-music-together-heart-city
Reie Festival – September 4 – 6, 2026
- Festival along the ‘Brugse Reien’, with art, music, and culture on and around the water.
- More info: https://reiefestival.be/en/
Bruges Beer Festival – September 12 – 13, 2026
- The 18th edition of the Bruges Beer Festival will take place at the Beurs-, Meeting- and Congress Center (BMCC) on Beursplein in Bruges.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/bruges-beer-festival-2026
Athora Bruges Marathon – October 11, 2026
- Running through the city center of Bruges and its surroundings.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/athora-bruges-marathon-2026
Iedereen Klassiek 2026 / A feast of classical music 2026 – October 31, 2026
- Iedereen Klassiek immerses everyone and everything in a joyful bath of classical music in the city center of Bruges.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/iedereen-klassiek-2026-feast-classical-music-2026
Winter Glow – November 20, 2026 – February 14, 2027
- A magical winter experience. A winter festival full of captivating, sensory delights.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/winter-glow
Bruges Christmas Run 2026 – December 11, 2026
- In the city center of Bruges, the 15th anniversary edition of the Bruges Unicars Christmas Run takes place. The largest and most atmospheric Christmas run in the country, featuring plenty of entertainment, music, and spectators, with participants from both home and abroad.
- More info: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/bruges-christmas-run-2026
Bruges Triennial – April 24 – September 5, 2027
- Bruges once again becomes the setting for contemporary art and architecture. This fifth edition of the Bruges Triennial is entirely dedicated to After Birth – Structures of Togetherness, a journey into everything that connects us as living beings.
- More info: https://triennalebrugge.be/en
History
Of Grand Hotel Casselbergh
Grand Hotel Casselbergh has a very rich history dating back to the 13th century.
From King Charles II to Juan Lopez Gallo.
Read all about it on our history page.
Bruges
a glimpse of it
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the hotel in a good and quiet location?
The hotel is located in the heart of the historic city of Bruges, near the Burg Square. Despite the fact that Grand Hotel Casselbergh is very centrally located in Bruges, it is an oasis of tranquillity.
Can I park at the hotel and is it free?
The hotel has an underground parking garage.
The use of the parking costs 30 Euro per night. Reservation in advance is strongly recommended.
Is the hotel easily accessible by public transport?
The hotel is easily accessible by public transport.
Bruges train station is 2 kilometers from the hotel. The nearest bus stop is on the Markt, 200 meters from the hotel.
Is the hotel close to the city center?
Grand Hotel Casselbergh is located in the heart of the city of Bruges.
What are the closest airports?
The nearest airports are:
– Ostend-Bruges Airport: ± 30 km
– Brussels Airport: ± 110 km
– Brussels South Charleroi Airport: ± 150 km
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