One day
Begin early around Markt, cross Burg, take a canal boat and finish through the Begijnhof.
One, two or three days
Routes built around sensible walking, realistic visit times and the pleasure of an unplanned turn.

Bruges Compass
Begin early around Markt, cross Burg, take a canal boat and finish through the Begijnhof.
Add museums, Sint-Anna and an evening away from the busiest lanes.
Slow down or add Damme, the coast or another easy Belgian city.