WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE MEDIEVAL QUARTER OF BRUGES – APPROX 3 HOURS

About this Wheelchair Accessible Medieval Quarter of Bruges tour

This enchanting walk/roll starts at the Historium on Bruges’ iconic Market Square, where you will meet your private local tour guide and get an introduction to the city’s fascinating history. The Market Square itself is the beating heart and vibrant core of Bruges, surrounded by impressive buildings and historic facades.

Oude Beursplein

The tour continues to the Oude Beursplein, a peaceful and charming square that was once the commercial center of the city. Here, you will have the opportunity to admire the striking Consulate of Genoa, one of the many trade buildings that played a crucial role in establishing Bruges as an international trading hub during the Middle Ages.

Jan Van Eyck Square

Next, you walk/roll to the picturesque Jan Van Eyckplein, named after the famous Flemish painter Jan van Eyck. The square is home to the Toll House, a beautiful historical building that once served as the city’s toll collection point for merchants passing through. Additionally, on the same square, you’ll find the Poortersloge, a historically significant building with an intriguing past. It once served as a gathering place for Bruges’ wealthy citizens, functioning as a social club and a symbol of the city’s civic pride.

Together with your guide you will continue this tour and walk/roll down the Spinolarei, a quaint street that transports you back to medieval Bruges with its timeless charm. This part of the tour will take you to Vlissingen, the oldest café in Bruges, where you can experience the city as the locals have for centuries.

Sint-Annakerk, Jerusalem Chapel and English Convent

Next, you’ll visit the stunning Sint-Annakerk, a must-see Gothic church known for its intricate architecture and peaceful ambiance. Not far from here is the Jerusalem Chapel, a remarkable medieval chapel with a rich history, offering a glimpse into Bruges’ spiritual past.

The tour also includes a visit to the tranquil English Convent, a serene 19th-century retreat that once served as the home of English nuns, providing a peaceful contrast to the bustling city.

To conclude your journey, you’ll explore the Bruges Ramparts, where you can admire the historic city walls and the iconic windmills of Bruges, still standing proudly as guardians of the city, much like they did in centuries past.