Arentshuis

The Arentshuis is an art museum housed in an 18th-century patrician residence positioned along the canals of medieval Bruges. The collection displays paintings and etchings, primarily works by a prominent artist, arranged throughout the refined rooms of the original townhouse.

The building began as a private residence for wealthy families in the 18th century and served as a center of social life in the city. In the 20th century it was converted to display an artist's collection and make it accessible to the public.

The building carries the name of a former owner, connecting it to local merchant history and the families who shaped medieval Bruges. Today, the rooms show how private wealth once manifested itself through art and refined interiors, now shared with visitors.

The museum sits along the canals and is easily reached on foot from other nearby attractions, making it a natural stop while exploring the city. The rooms are compact and irregular in layout, so allow time to move through the collection at a comfortable pace.

The ground floor Salon Arents functions as an open gathering space and regularly rotates exhibitions exploring contemporary themes. This practice blends the house concept with current artistic conversations in a way that differs from typical museum operations.

Location: Bruges

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Fee: Yes

Part of: Musea Brugge

Address: Dijver 16

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:30-17:00

Website: http://museabrugge.be

GPS coordinates: 51.20542,3.22516

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:08