Hotel Die Swaene in Bruges 

The impressive lounge, with its fine painted ceiling, is the restored meeting room of the Guild of Tailors, dating from 1779. It's the perfect place to have an appetizer, a drink before dinner or to enjoy one of many exclusive cognacs later in the evening. The restaurant, located in a 17th century vaulted room, offers some of the finest food in Bruges.

From Brussels by Car:- Take the E40 and follow signs for Ooostkamp (right).- At the roundabout take the Brugge exit, following signs for Brugge (7km).- Continue along the ringroad at Katelijnepoort, crossing a bridge into Brugge.- Follow Katelijnestraat till you reach The Church of Our Lady, a large church at the end of the street.- Turn right at the church, following Dyver and then Rozenhoedkaai till you reach the Vismarkt (Fishmarket). The fishmarket is a small square surrounded by columns. - Pass the fishmarket and take the 2nd narrow street to the left, Peerdenstraat. - Turn left again and follow the canal to the left till you reach the hotel.

Die Swaene is a sanctuary overlooking one of the most picturesque canals in Bruges. Considered to be one of the most romantic and peaceful hotels in Europe, it has elegantly furnished and individually decorated rooms. Public rooms have an atmosphere of times past. A magnificent new wing, the Canal House, has just opened with eight rooms and two suites at water level. Its sunny terrace follows the canal to provide an entrancing view of ceaseless water-borne activity. Die Swaene has everything to make your visit unforgettable.From Monday to Friday there is a free guided tour with English speaking guide.