Parking near your stay

About the hotel

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Le Nid du Prince is a small-scale, recently renovated bed and breakfast in the heart of Bruges, located at Pottenmakersstraat 30. Located in a quiet side street a few minutes' walk from the historic core, the house feels intimate and urban at the same time. The B&B has a total of eight sleeping places, divided into well-appointed rooms with garden or street views. Each room offers comfortable beds, a private bathroom, in-room coffee and tea, flat-screen TV and free WiFi, so you can retreat to a contemporary, well-kept environment after a day in the city.

The atmosphere is homely and personal: the owners live in the building themselves, receive guests in a relaxed setting and are happy to give tips on walking routes, places to eat and lesser-known spots in the city. The daily continental breakfast is served in the breakfast room and includes bread, spreads, fruit and hot drinks, so you can start the day calmly and without haste. Thanks to its combination of compact scale, contemporary comfort and its own character profile, Le Nid du Prince mainly appeals to travelers who want to experience Bruges in a quiet, personal way, rather as a temporary resident than as a passer-by in a large hotel.

An important practical plus is the possibility to park the car on private property near the B&B. In a city where street parking is limited and often time-bound, this private car park is a clear advantage for those traveling by car and still want to stay overnight in the middle of the historic structure. The combination of central location, small scale and private parking makes Le Nid du Prince an interesting choice for both short city trips and longer stays.

The surroundings

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Pottenmakersstraat is located in one of the most characteristic corners of the city center of Bruges. The street itself is narrow, paved and lined with facades that range from austere terraced houses to charming historic buildings. This part of the city connects almost seamlessly with the neighborhood around Sint-Jakobsstraat and the Markt: you can walk to the main squares within a few minutes, while the immediate area around the B&B feels significantly quieter than the busiest tourist axes.

The environment is typical of Bruges: short sight lines, unexpected canal views, and squares where café sounds and church bells alternate. A short distance away includes the Dijver and the canals, a few small parks and a network of shopping streets where you will find independent boutiques as well as chocolatiers and specialty shops. The architecture is a layered mix of medieval structures, 19th-century facades and carefully restored homes, providing a rich streetscape.

Despite its central location, the atmosphere in the immediate vicinity of Le Nid du Prince remains remarkably subdued. In the early morning, you mainly hear the sound of bakeries, deliveries and residents leaving for work; in the evening, a certain calm returns when day tourists leave and the city feels more like a place to live. For those who want to experience Bruges beyond the busiest walking routes, this is an excellent base.

Things to do in the area

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• Take a city walk along the Markt, the Belfry and the Dijver and then follow the canals to quiet streets and bridges; this route lets you experience the most famous city icons and atmospheric water views in a short time.

• Visit downtown's museums and historic houses, ranging from art collections to themed museums about gastronomy and crafts, and combine this with a walk through nearby parks for a break in the green.

• Take half a day to walk or cycle along the city walls and through the residential areas just outside the medieval core; you'll experience the contrast between the compact historic city center and the wider, greener belt around Bruges, as you pass several city gates and water features along the way.

Restaurants & cafes

Restaurants
• El Greco — Rue Saint-Jakobsstraat 48. A friendly restaurant serving Greek cuisine, ideal for casual dinners with generous portions of grilled meat and classic Mediterranean dishes in a warm, casual atmosphere.

• Dukes' Restaurant — Prinsenhof 8. An elegant restaurant in a historic setting, focusing on seasonal products and refined cuisine; suitable for guests who want to spend an evening dining in a quiet, well-kept environment.

• Den Dyver — Dijver 5. An address known for its Belgian and regional dishes, often combined with beer pairings; ideal for those who want to discover local flavors in an intimate and classic interior.

Cafes & bars
• Craenenburg — Markt 16. Historic brasserie on the Markt, in a building that has dominated the square for centuries; here you can have a drink in a typical Flemish setting with a view of city life, ideal for a break between visits to the museum.

• Delaney's Irish Pub — near the Burg An Irish pub with an international atmosphere, sports on TV and a menu of pub classics and beers; a great choice for a casual evening with a vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

• Bar Jus — Kleine Sint-Amandsstraat 10. Intimate wine bar with a contemporary look, combining a carefully selected wine list with a casual, musical atmosphere; ideal for an aperitif or a late evening drink.

Lunch shops
• Nomad — in the core of downtown. A contemporary lunch spot with worldly, often seasonal dishes and a focus on vegetables and light, inspired dishes; suitable for both early lunch and late brunch.

• Soup — Hallestraat 4. Informal soup bar near the center, with daily changing soups, bread and simple side dishes; ideal for a quick, hot lunch between city walks.

• Ellis Gourmet Burger — Simon Stevinplein 14. A burger shop with a wide range of classic, vegetarian and sometimes vegan variants, plus side dishes such as fries and coleslaw; an accessible choice for those who want an informal, filling lunch.

Accessibility

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• Travel by train to Bruges station, from where a short taxi ride or a walk of about twenty minutes is enough to reach Le Nid du Prince; along the way, you'll gradually walk into the historic center and get a first impression of the city.

• Those traveling by plane usually land in Brussels or at a regional airport; from there, direct trains depart to Bruges, where, thanks to frequent connections, you can easily combine Bruges with other Flemish cities during the same stay.

• Within the city, walking is the most logical way to get around: the B&B is within walking distance of the Markt, the Burg, the Dijver and several museums. Bicycle rental points in the city center also make it easy to explore the slightly further city walls or green outdoor zones by bike, which is particularly interesting for those who stay longer than one or two nights.

Parking

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Le Nid du Prince explicitly states that a private parking space is available for guests on site. This is particularly practical in the busy center of Bruges, where street parking is subject to paying zones and limited parking times. Travellers arriving by car can thus park directly at the property and then walk into the city without having to search for a parking space every day.

Those who prefer to make use of public facilities or no longer find space in the private car park have various alternatives. An important option in the wider station area is Parking B-parking on the Spoorwegstraat in Sint-Michiels: a paying car park that is located directly at the station and is therefore a logical choice for those who want to park their car and then go to the center on foot or by bus.

In addition, there is Carpool Parking Sint-Michiels Brugge on the Torhoutse Steenweg, a peripheral car park where drivers can leave their vehicle and then travel further to the center, for example by bus or bicycle. This carpool parking is also listed as a location with charging options for electric cars, which makes it interesting for EV drivers who want to park outside the busiest inner city zone.

Apart from these concrete examples, Bruges has a clear parking policy with a mix of peripheral car parks, P+R areas, blue zones and underground car parks in the core. Those travelling by car should check in advance which combination suits best: park directly in Le Nid du Prince's private car park, use a peripheral car park with a short bus ride, or opt for an underground car park that is within walking distance of Pottenmakersstraat. In the high season and during events, it is wise to leave on time and, if possible, reserve a space in a public car park online.

Summary

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Le Nid du Prince is a small-scale, well-kept bed and breakfast in the historic heart of Bruges, with cozy rooms, garden views, a continental breakfast and an intimate, personal atmosphere. The location in the Pottenmakersstraat combines the peace of a quiet side street with the immediate vicinity of the Markt, the Belfry, the Dijver and numerous museums, cafes and shops. For dinners in the area, there is a wide choice of restaurants, cafes and lunch shops, ranging from a friendly Greek restaurant to a historic brasserie on the Markt and contemporary lunch addresses with light dishes.

Thanks to the private car park on site, supplemented with public parking alternatives in and around the city, Le Nid du Prince is also ideal for those who visit Bruges by car and still want to stay overnight in the core. Combined with the good train connections, the organized scale of the city and the possibility to explore everything on foot or by bike, this B&B is a pleasant, practical base for travelers seeking an intimate, central yet peaceful stay in Bruges.

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