Minnewaterbrug, Arch bridge in Bruges, Belgium
The Minnewaterbrug spans across the Minnewater lake, connecting both sides with its stone structure and offering views of the surrounding parkland.
Built in 1739, the bridge represents an important architectural addition to Bruges' infrastructure during the city's development in the eighteenth century.
The bridge forms a central point between the historic Begijnhof religious community and the medieval center, marking a transition between these cultural zones.
Visitors can reach the bridge within a 10-minute walk from Bruges Station, with the Centrum-Station parking facility providing convenient automotive access.
Local tradition holds that couples crossing this bridge together will experience lasting love, making it a frequent destination for relationship ceremonies.
Location: Bruges
Inception: January 1, 1739
Address: Minnewater, 8000 Brugge, Belgium 8000 Brugge
GPS coordinates: 51.19865,3.22399
Latest update: May 27, 2025 16:39
Collection of historical and architectural landmarks in the medieval city of Bruges, including religious buildings, squares, canals, and museums that represent the city's cultural heritage from the 13th to 15th centuries.
Poertoren
28 m
Diamantmuseum Brugge
476 m
Museum Begijnhuisje
337 m
Zeus, Leda, Prometheus and Pegasus Visit Bruges
447 m
Brouwerijmuseum Brugge
430 m
Albertpark
482 m
Katelijnebrug
294 m
Klooster Wijngaardplein 1
307 m
Sashuis
204 m
Begijnenhuis 1, Bruges
338 m
Bogardenschool
387 m
Walplein 39
184 m
Katelijnepoort bridge
428 m
Bargehuis
345 m
Redemptoristinnenkerk
411 m
Begijnhofbrug
342 m
Godshuis Hertsberge
402 m
Begijnenhuis 3, Bruges
310 m
Mauer hinter Begijnhof 13, 15, 17
199 m
Beguinage gate at Sasbrug
221 m
Entrance building of beguinage of Brugge
346 m
Godshuis De Generaliteit
413 m
Beguinage Church Saint Elizabeth
286 m
Castle de la Faille
117 m
King Albert I of Belgium
431 m
Walbrug
451 m
Sasbrug
215 m
BLB schuilhuisjes
360 mReviews
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