Thomas1836

This lovely walking tour web site has pictures and descriptions of some of the quiet glories of Bruges:

http://www.brentjes.com/Brugge%205.html

Pair it with the official Bruges City Guide, available on amazon, published April 2013. That also has walking tours.

Myer

I was in Bruges in 2007 and thought it's the most beautiful small city.

I recently read that due to its popularity it has now become a zoo.

I truly hope this is not the case and I would like to return in the next few years.

Thomas1836

Check out my post "Don't Slight Bruges" here at Fodor's Forums. It's perfectly possible to see the city and not feel swamped by the crowds. They aren't everywhere by any means.