Spaces of Possibility is the theme of the fourth edition of Triennial Bruges 2024, which brings twelve contemporary international art and architecture installations to our city. Very appropriate, because Bruges is brimming with opportunities for those who want to host an international conference. Witness the impactful IUCN Forum on biodiversity conservation and the role cities play in it. We will definitely make an impact at IMEX Frankfurt, where this year we will represent Bruges with no less than five partners. Would you like to visit us? Then make an appointment today!

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Kathy Van Wambeke

Bruges is the host city for the IUCN Regional Conservation Forum for Europe, North and Central Asia

"The IUCN Regional Conservation Forum provides an opportunity to focus on the biggest challenges facing biodiversity. This meeting will not only be about addressing conservation issues, but also about sharing best practices, building bridges and inclusiveness." Divija Jata, coordinator, IUCN Belgian Focal Point.

The Forum aims to make space for dialogue and to share knowledge and experiences on current issues relating to nature conservation through panel discussions, keynote speakers, participatory breakout sessions, exhibitions, inspiring excursions and a public biodiversity space that will involve citizens and students.

IUCN is a good example of an impactful international conference that ties in with the sustainability to which Bruges is strongly committed. The conference will take place from 30 September through 3 October 2024 at the BMCC, which holds the Green Key label.

Have a look at all conferences in Bruges: conference calendar.

Bruges, accessible for everyone

Investing in digitalisation and inclusive accessibility are two priority action items in the tourism strategy for the City of Bruges.

The elderly, visitors with a (temporary) disability or those in need of some extra comfort or care must be able to visit our UNESCO World Heritage City with peace of mind too.

The brochure '𝓞𝓸𝓸𝓱! Bruges, accessible for everyone' was transformed into a web page easily usable by the blind and visually impaired. 

The brochure is your guide to a smooth visit to Bruges with:

• a mapped-out accessible walking tour of the tourist hotspots, with some excellent tips and surprising facts;
• information on museums, attractions, cafes, restaurants and accommodation options;
• a handy overview of accessible toilets, tourist offices, available care and resources;
• tips on transport and parking.

EACD 2024, a conference with local impact

The EACD 2024 conference, which will take place in Bruges from May 29 to June 1, also uses the accessibility brochure. The conference is so much more than just a conference. The aim is to improve the quality of life of people with a disability that started in childhood. Numerous broadly accessible activities are organized with and for the target group under the EACD+ label, such as a Sports Festival, a Concert and an Experience Room. EACD 2024 is a good example of a conference that creates a lasting impact on the local population.

Triennial Bruges 2024: Spaces of Possibility

Until the 1st of September, Triennial Bruges 2024, Spaces of Possibility, will be taking to the streets of the historic city centre and Zeebrugge with contemporary art and architectural installations. Along with twelve artists and architects from all around the world, Triennial Bruges is holding the dormant potential of the ever-changing city up to the light and challenging people to join in the thinking about the future of Bruges.

With works by Ivan Argote, Bangkok Project Studio, Mariana Castillo Deball, Mona Hatoum, Ivan Morison, Norell/Rodhe, Shingo Masuda + Katsuhisa Otsubo Architects, SO – IL, Studio Ossidiana, Adrien Tirtiaux, Traumnovelle and Sumayya Vally. 

Discover Triennial Bruges 2024 along with your clients or employees. With this unique package, your group will be welcomed by our guide for a brief introduction to one of the oldest buildings in the heart of the city, 't Brouwershuys. Discover more. 

In the spotlight

The provincial Palace is ready for the future

The neo-Gothic Provincial Palace was built on the site where, for more than five hundred years, the Gothic warehouse 'the Water Halls' stood, where ships could load and unload their wares. After a thorough renovation, the Provincial Palace will open with the festival 'About Tomorrow', experience in 2050. The festival week will take place from 18 through 28 April.

From now on, you can meet or dine in the beautiful historic setting of this Flanders Heritage Venue. The maximum capacity of the plenary council chamber is 220 people in line with the three-seat principle. In addition, there are four break-out rooms that can also be rented separately as a meeting room, varying from 20 to a maximum of 100 people in a theatre set-up. Rental is scheduled to begin from this autumn.

Ibis Styles Zeebrugge, meeting by the sea

Ibis Styles Zeebrugge is the new kid on the block among the Green Key hotels. Your seminar in the bustling seaport of Zeebrugge in one of the 5 brand new meeting rooms with a capacity of up to 200 people. Ibis Styles not only takes care of your seminar down to the last detail, but also the peripheral activities inside and outside the hotel.