Considering a trip to Bruges next year. Any particularly favourable time of year to go?
I have always thought of visiting the city and after years of fantasising it, I just need to give myself the green light and go ahead with ticking it off the bucket list. I'd like to visit at some point in 2027, I'd just like any input on when may be best to go over.
I don't mind going at a touristy time; I can handle a crowd. The temperature would probably be the key factor though, I don't know Belgium's climate but I'd prefer to go when it's not scorching or freezing (if I had to pick one, it would be the latter).
I would also prefer a time where any outdoor markets are in spades and any cultural things to do are open (the canal rides, museum visits etc.)
In short, I'd like go when temperatures won't be extreme, the local activities will be on regularly and if I can climb the Belfry, I'd be a happy man (I assume it's open all year round but if not, I'd like to go when it is).
Happy to take any input that may be on offer.
Thank you in advance.