Beffroi Collection

Cafe-Restaurant La Sirene D or - Bruges, Belgium
Cafe-Restaurant La Sirene D or at 31 Grand Place, Bruges, Belgium - facing the Belfrey (Beffroi). It is still open to this day. Date: circa 1920s

Rozenhoedkai Canal & Belfry at Dusk, Brugge, Belgium

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Beffroi; Belfry; Wachtthurm (engraving)
7194902 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Beffroi; Belfry; Wachtthurm (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beffroi; Belfry; Wachtthurm)

Orleans, Ancien Hotel de Ville, Beffroi (colour photo)
2803672 Orleans, Ancien Hotel de Ville, Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orleans, Ancien Hotel de Ville, Beffroi)

Bailleul, Beffroi de l Hotel de Ville (colour photo)
2803535 Bailleul, Beffroi de l Hotel de Ville (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bailleul, Beffroi de l Hotel de Ville)

View of the Belfry, the Halle and the Main Square (photo)
MAE172802 View of the Belfry, the Halle and the Main Square (photo) by Netherlandish School; Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: belfry built in 1282-96 to replace wooden belfry that burnt in 1240;)

Halles et Beffroi d Ypres (engraving)
5228901 Halles et Beffroi d Ypres (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Halles et Beffroi d Ypres)

The Belfry, built 1282-96 (photo)
MAE172801 The Belfry, built 1282-96 (photo) by Netherlandish School, (13th century); Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: built to replace wooden belfry that burnt in 1240; octagonal upper portion dates)

Comines, Beffroi (colour photo)
2803532 Comines, Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comines, Beffroi)

Le Pont Saint-Jean et la Tour du beffroi, a Bruges (engraving)
3644769 Le Pont Saint-Jean et la Tour du beffroi, a Bruges (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Pont Saint-Jean et la Tour du beffroi, a Bruges)

Bergues, Beffroi (colour photo)
2803533 Bergues, Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bergues, Beffroi)

Villeneuve-les-Avignon, Eglise, Clocher fortifie, aujourd hui Beffroi (avant restauration) (colour photo)
2804224 Villeneuve-les-Avignon, Eglise, Clocher fortifie, aujourd hui Beffroi (avant restauration) (colour photo) by French Photographer

Riom, Beffroi (colour photo)
2804202 Riom, Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riom, Beffroi)

Saint-Benoit-du-Sault, Porte de ville et Beffroi (colour photo)
2803654 Saint-Benoit-du-Sault, Porte de ville et Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint-Benoit-du-Sault)

Rue, Beffroi (colour photo)
2803562 Rue, Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rue, Beffroi)

Saint-Riquier, Beffroi (colour photo)
2803560 Saint-Riquier, Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint-Riquier, Beffroi)

Amboise, Beffroi, Cote E (colour photo)
2803700 Amboise, Beffroi, Cote E (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amboise, Beffroi, Cote E)

The Porte de la Grosse Cloche in Bordeaux, c. 1851 (photo)
CHT274947 The Porte de la Grosse Cloche in Bordeaux, c.1851 (photo) by Le Secq, Henri Jean-Louis (1818-82); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Aix, Hotel de Ville et Beffroi (colour photo)
2804146 Aix, Hotel de Ville et Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aix, Hotel de Ville et Beffroi)

Beaune, Beffroi et Statue de G Monge (colour photo)
2803845 Beaune, Beffroi et Statue de G Monge (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beaune, Beffroi et Statue de G Monge)

Moulins, Beffroi (colour photo)
2803644 Moulins, Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moulins, Beffroi)

Beffroi et Cathedrale de Tournai, Vue prise de la Grande Place (engraving)
5228919 Beffroi et Cathedrale de Tournai, Vue prise de la Grande Place (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beffroi et Cathedrale de Tournai)

Grand Place - Bruges, Belgium, dominated by the Belfry. circa 1960s

Bruges, Belgium - The Rosary Dock (Rozenhoedkaal) and view toward the Belfry. circa 1950s

Dunkirk, France - Saint ɬoi Belfry
Dunkirk, France - The St Eloi Belfry (Beffroi Saint ɬ oi), which has been a freestanding bell tower ever since the St Eloi church to which it was attached burnt down in 1558. Date: circa 1910s

Douai - France - Rue de la Mairie - The Belfry
The Belry on Rue de la Mairie, Douai, France Date: circa 1920s

Beffroi, Rue, Somme, Nord, France, Europe

Beffroi and main square, Millau, Aveyron, France, Europe

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The beffroi, also known as a belfry or wachtthurm, holds a significant place in the architectural history of Europe. From the enchanting Rozenhoedkai Canal and Belfry at Dusk in Brugge, Belgium to the captivating Le Vocabulaire Illustre engraving showcasing its grandeur, this iconic structure has left an indelible mark. Orleans' Ancien Hotel de Ville boasts a stunning beffroi captured beautifully in a color photo. Similarly, Bailleul's Beffroi de l Hotel de Ville stands tall and proud in another vibrant image. The view of the Belfry alongside the Halle and Main Square is nothing short of breathtaking. Even through engravings like Halles et Beffroi d Ypres or Le Pont Saint-Jean et la Tour du beffroi à Bruges, one can appreciate the intricate details that make each beffroi unique. Dating back to 1282-96, The Belfry's historical significance cannot be overstated. Comines' colorful photograph showcases yet another magnificent example of this architectural wonder. Bergues' Beffroi stands as a testament to time with its timeless beauty while Villeneuve-les-Avignon's Eglise Clocher fortifie serves as both church and fortified tower before restoration. Lastly, Riom's color photo captures the essence of yet another remarkable beffroi. These structures not only serve as landmarks but also tell stories of their respective cities' rich heritage. Whether it is against picturesque canals or amidst bustling squares, these majestic belfries stand tall as symbols of European history and culture for all to admire and cherish.