In 1245, the princely beguinage Ten Wijngaarde with its white-painted façades and tranquil cloister garden was founded.
It was once believed that minnows, or water spirits, lived here. That is how this city lake got its name.
Let one of the thirteen carriages take you along winding cobblestone roads, centuries-old bridges, the canals of Bruges and majestic and cosy squares.
Behold the daily works of the skippers and watch the ships go by from this look-out point in the port of Zeebrugge. You can do this while standing at the base of the building. Inside, you can visit the new visitor center on the seventh floor. With a canvas as wide as 12 meters, the port movie almost literally immerses you in port life. On top of that you can easily get to the roof terrace that gives as many as 4 different views; the port of Zeebrugge, Zeebrugge-Dorp, the Polders and the coast.
Are you a fan of a tasty cocktail in a unique setting? Then Groot Vlaenderen is 'the place to be'. A stone's throw from Bruges' Grand Place, this cocktail bar is very centrally located.
