Jan van Eyckplein, Bruges

Name: Jan van Eyckplein
Address: Bruges, Belgium

#17 among attractions in Bruges

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Jan van Eyckplein, also known as Jan van Eyck Square, is a square located at the intersection of Academiestraat, Spiegelrei and Spanjaardstraat in Bruges, the capital and largest city of the West Flanders province in the Flemish Region of Belgium. The square is named for noted Northern Renaissance painter Jan van Eyck. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°12'42"N, 3°13'33"E

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Centrum (Sint-Walburgakerk)Bruges Belgium

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Day trips

Jan van Eyckplein – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Belfry, Basilica of the Holy Blood, Groeningemuseum, Markt.

~1270 ftS
Medieval bell tower on market square
Belfry, Bruges
7 min walk • Rising majestically above the medieval skyline of Bruges, the Belfry of Bruges is an iconic symbol of the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This medieval bell tower, standing at a height of 83 meters, is a testament to the city's prominence in the Flemish...
~1290 ftS
Church and pilgrimage site with holy relic
Basilica of the Holy Blood, Bruges
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, the Basilica of the Holy Blood is a revered church that holds a profound place in the city’s history and religious life. This Romanesque and Gothic architectural jewel is most famous for housing a venerated relic: a cloth...
0.4 miS
Museum of classical Flemish art
Groeningemuseum, Bruges
12 min walk • The Groeningemuseum, nestled in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, is a premier destination for art enthusiasts and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region. Known for its extensive collection of Flemish and Belgian paintings, the museum offers visitors an...
~1060 ftS
Popular central plaza with dining
Markt, Bruges
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, lies the historic Markt square, a vibrant and picturesque hub that has served as the city's commercial and social center for centuries. Enveloped by ornate and colorful buildings, Markt is not only a testament to the city's rich...
~760 ftE
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Walburga Church, Bruges
4 min walk • The St. Walburga Church is a 17th-century Roman-Catholic church in Bruges built by the Jesuits in a Baroque style. It is now a parish church and contains many valuable art objects.
~520 ftW
Museum with the history of Belgian fries
Frietmuseum, Bruges
3 min walk • The Frietmuseum is a museum in Bruges, Belgium, which is devoted to the history of potatoes and the production of Belgian fries. It describes itself as "the first and only museum dedicated to potato fries".
~310 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Choco-Story, Bruges
2 min walk • Choco-Story, the Chocolate Museum in Bruges, Belgium, is located in the sixteenth-century "Huis de Crone" building on Sint-Jansplein in central Bruges. This building was originally the home of a wine tavern. It later housed a bakery and, most recently, a furniture making shop.
~1300 ftS
Gothic architecture, Architecture, City hall
Bruges City Hall, Bruges
7 min walk • The City Hall of Bruges, Belgium, is one of the oldest city halls in the entire Netherlands region. It is located on Burg Square, the area of the former fortified castle in the centre of Bruges.
0.6 miSW
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Comedy club
Concertgebouw, Bruges
17 min walk • The Concertgebouw is a cultural centre in Bruges, Belgium. Located at 't Zand, it was completed in 2002 when Bruges was European Capital of Culture, designed by Paul Robbrecht and Hilde Daem.
~1090 ftS
Baroque architecture
Provostry of St. Donatian, Bruges
6 min walk • The Provostry of St. Donatian is a Baroque building on the Burg Square in Bruges, Belgium. Built in the 17th century, it served as the headquarters of the ecclesiastical seigniory of St. Donatian.
~1210 ftSW
Nightlife
Craenenburg, Bruges
6 min walk • Cranenburg House is a historic building located in the marketplace of Bruges, Belgium. George W. T.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jan van Eyckplein?

Nearby attractions include Tolhuis, Bruges (1 min walk), College of Europe, Bruges (2 min walk), Choco-Story, Bruges (2 min walk), Florentijnse Loge, Bruges (2 min walk).

How to get to Jan van Eyckplein by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jan van Eyckplein:

Bus

Jan van Eyck • Lines: Stad Brugge Centrumshuttle (1 min walk)
Jan Van Eyck • Lines: Stad Brugge Centrumshuttle (1 min walk)

Train

Brugge (28 min walk)
Brugge-Sint-Pieters (34 min walk)