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Belgians take their chocolate seriously and we get to reap the tasty benefits of that passion.
The best place to start your adventure is at Choco Story. This interactive museum takes you through the 4000 year history of chocolate from Aztecs to today. You will also discover how chocolate is produced, what makes good chocolate, and of course, get to taste a few pieces.
Now that you know the basics it is time to get shopping. These are our five favorites for great chocolate, perfect gifts, and for exploring the beautiful city of Bruges.
Top 5 Chocolate Shops in Bruges
The Chocolate Line
This chocolate shop is the brainchild of world-renowned chocolatier Dominique Persoone. These chocolates are a little rock ‘n’ roll and all artisan level sweetness. Known for their filled chocolates and single origin bars you could spend all day just looking at these little pieces of art.
Simon Stevinplein 19, 8000 Bruges
Pralinette
See the delicious handmade chocolates being made right there in shop and you can even sign up for a workshop to try your hand at being a master chocolatier. The pralines are beautiful, delicious, and the perfect little tastes of Bruges. Filled with a variety of flavors the herb and fruit options balance their sweet outsides with the delicate flavors inside.
Wollerstraat 31b, 8000 Bruges
The Old Chocolate House
This small family-owned shop sells handmade truffles, pralines, and other chocolates along side cookies and gingerbread. The other must-try is the “pick your own hot chocolate”.
Mariastraat 1C, 8000 Bruges
Chocolates and Happiness
One of the newer shops on the chocolate scene, Chocolates and Happiness has already started making their mark. The delicious chocolates and the bright colors will definitely make you happy.
Wollestraat 16, 8000 Bruges
Dumon
This tiny shop is stacked with all sorts of chocolates, but be prepared to rely on the staff to get your chocolate fix. The product isn’t labeled and some of the staff can be less than enthusiastic about answering your questions, but the chocolates are high quality and worth taking a gamble on a flavor you’ve never tried.
Eiermarkt 6, 8000 Bruges
And if you have completely fallen in love with Bruges and their chocolate or just feel like indulging yourself even more plan your next visit to the city around the Choco-Late Festival.
