A former civil registry, Oude Civiele Griffie is an early 16th-century building turned into museum. Admire the ornate facade in the style of the Flemish Renaissance before entering and checking out the current exhibits, such as the monumental fireplace of Emperor Charles created in oak, alabaster and marble. Notice the gilded sculptures of Moses, Aaron, and Justice above the pediment. The building regained its splendor after restoration in 2001. See Oude Civiele Griffie and all Bruges has to offer by arranging your trip with our Bruges vacation maker website.
Oude Civiele Griffie reviews
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The ‘Oude Civiele Griffie’ (1537) on the Burg square is one of the oldest Renaissance building in Flanders. However, it’s present-day beautiful façade seems to be the result of a historicist...
The ‘Oude Civiele Griffie’ (1537) on the Burg square is one of the oldest Renaissance building in Flanders. However, it’s present-day beautiful façade seems to be the result of a historicist... more »
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There are several important historic attractions at Burg Square in the Historic City Centre including Bruges Vrije (Liberty of Bruges). This decorative building served as the Court of Justice in...
There are several important historic attractions at Burg Square in the Historic City Centre including Bruges Vrije (Liberty of Bruges). This decorative building served as the Court of Justice in... more »
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Next to the Stadhuis building is a smaller Renaissance building, the Old Civil Registry (1537). This was once the Court for 200 years. Though smaller than his neighbor, he contrasts it for beauty, color and style, if not size. Before it was called the Palace of Freedom and it was governed until 1795. At the top of the building there is a bronze statue of Justice with her eyes tied, while on her right and left the statues of Moses and Aaron. Now is the Tourist Information Office.
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Very interesting experience. Lots to see Lots to learn.
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