Poortersloge, Medieval trading lodge at Jan van Eycksquare, Bruges, Belgium.
The Poortersloge stands as a Gothic building with a tower used by merchants to monitor arriving ships in medieval Bruges.
Built between 1395 and 1417, the Poortersloge served as a meeting place for wealthy merchants and patricians who controlled trade in Bruges.
The building houses contemporary art exhibitions organized by Cultuurcentrum Brugge, displaying works from current visual artists throughout the year.
Located at Kraanrei 19, visitors can access the Poortersloge through public transportation and contact staff at +32 50 44 30 60.
A stone bear statue adorns the facade, commemorating the Society of the White Bear that once gathered in this historic building.
Location: Bruges
Part of: Musea Brugge
Address: Kraanrei 19 8000
Website: https://museabrugge.be/en/visit-our-museums/our-museums-and-monuments/poortersloge
GPS coordinates: 51.21142,3.22537
Latest update: May 29, 2025 10:29
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