Ezelpoort, Medieval city gate in Bruges, Belgium

The Ezelpoort is a medieval gate in Bruges with two circular towers connected by a rectangular section spanning the waterway. The structure appears solid and symmetrical, built from brick and surrounded entirely by water.

The Ezelpoort belongs to Bruges' second city wall of 1297. It was rebuilt in 1369 by Jan Slabbaert and Mathias Saghen, modelled on the Smedenpoort and Boeveriepoort. In the 17th century it was altered in phases in 1615, 1632 and 1677, and it was thoroughly restored between 1991 and 1993.

The gate was sometimes called the Oostendsche Poort, or Porte d'Ostende, because it opened onto the road to Ostend. Since 2010 the administration of Anima Eterna Brugge, Jos Van Immerseel's orchestra and resident ensemble of the Concertgebouw, has been housed inside the gate.

The gate is easily visible and accessible from the surrounding canal network, perfect for exploring on foot or by bicycle. The location sits centrally in the old town and serves as a natural stopping point when moving through medieval neighborhoods.

The gate was sometimes called the Oostendsche Poort, or Porte d'Ostende, because it opened onto the road to Ostend. Since 2010 its interior has housed the administration of Anima Eterna Brugge, the orchestra of Jos Van Immerseel and resident ensemble of the Concertgebouw.