Godshuis De Muelenaere, Historic almshouse in Bruges, Belgium.
The Godshuis De Muelenaere consists of a collection of residential houses arranged around a central courtyard with a water well in the middle.
Founded in 1613 by Johanna de Muelenaere, widow of Jacobus Reyphins, who donated three farms and their lands to establish homes for elderly women.
The complex includes a chapel where residents gathered daily to pray for the foundress, representing the social and religious customs of 17th century Flanders.
Located at Nieuwe Gentweg 8-22 in Bruges, the almshouse underwent substantial renovations in 1980 to convert the original 24 units into eight couples' residences.
The Godshuis received protected monument status by royal decree in 1974 and remains under the management of OCMW Bruges social services.
Location: Brugge
Inception: January 1, 1613
Operator: OCMW Brugge
Address: Nieuwe Gentweg, 8000 Brugge, Belgium 8000 Brugge
Website: https://inventaris.onroerenderfgoed.be/erfgoedobjecten/82042
GPS coordinates: 51.20316,3.22670
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:45
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