Question 1

What is the population of Bruges?

Accepted Answer

The commune of Bruges has 20,382 inhabitants per the INSEE census.

Question 2

Are there natural risks in Bruges?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Bruges is exposed to 6 natural risk(s): Inondation, Mouvement de terrain, Par une crue à débordement lent de cours d'eau, Risque industriel, Séisme, Tassements différentiels. Source: Géorisques / GASPAR.

Question 3

What is the energy performance of homes in Bruges?

Accepted Answer

Out of 981 ADEME EPCs available in Bruges, the most common label is C. 18% are rated A or B.

Question 4

What is the crime rate in Bruges?

Accepted Answer

In 2025, the crime rate in Bruges was 32.9 offences per 1,000 inhabitants (burglaries, theft, violence, vandalism). Source: SSMSI / French Ministry of the Interior.

Question 5

Is the tap water safe to drink in Bruges?

Accepted Answer

Tap water in Bruges is compliant with quality standards. Source: ARS / Hub'eau. (539 analyses over 12 months)

Question 6

What is the air quality in Bruges?

Accepted Answer

According to LCSQA stations (5-year mean) in Bruges: PM2.5 : 9.3 µg/m³, NO₂ : 15.1 µg/m³, PM10 : 17.4 µg/m³. Source: LCSQA / Géod'air.