Parking near your stay

About the hotel

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't Geerwijn is a small-scale bed and breakfast in a historic building at Geerwijnstraat 14 in Bruges, a few minutes' walk from the Markt. The house exudes the atmosphere of the old town, with warm colors, wooden floors and authentic details that are combined with contemporary comfort. The B and B has three guest rooms and a total of approximately seven sleeping places, so the scale is deliberately limited and the owners can pay a lot of attention to personal service.

Each room has a private bathroom, free WiFi and tea and coffee making facilities so that guests can retreat peacefully after a day in the city. In the cozy breakfast room, the owners serve a generous breakfast with a variety of breads, homemade jams, cheese and meats, fresh juice and an egg of your choice. Later in the day, the lounge with a fireplace is where you can relax with a glass of wine or a book while slowly coming to rest outside the city. This combination of homely warmth, small scale and central location makes t Geerwijn especially attractive for those who like to travel slowly and want to explore Bruges at a thoughtful pace.

The surroundings

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The B and B is located on a quiet side street in the historic center, in the so-called Steenstraat Quarter. This part of Bruges is characterized by narrow streets, brick mansions, intimate squares and a network of alleys that lead to Markt, Sint Jakobsplein and the canals. Despite the short distances to shops, cafes and sights, the immediate vicinity of Geerwijnstraat remains remarkably quiet, especially in the evening and early morning. It is a neighborhood where residents and visitors intersect on their way to the bakery, the library or a show at the municipal theater.

Those staying here will notice how compact Bruges really is. The Market with the Belfry is a short walk away, as are the shopping streets around Steenstraat and De Biekorf library. There are also terraced squares nearby, church towers that rise above the roofs and small city gardens behind discreet gates. Walks quickly lead along the canals to Jan van Eyckplein, the Burg and further to the green belt around the center. Because of this location,'t Geerwijn combines a calm, almost residential atmosphere with the luxury of having almost everything accessible by foot.

Things to do in the area

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• Take a city walk that starts at the B and B, via the Markt with the Belfry and Burgplein to the canals and Jan van Eyck Square, stopping at churches, historic facades and small galleries along the way.
• Visit a number of museums in the vicinity, such as art collections in downtown's historic museums, and combine that with a coffee or lunch in one of the squares around the center.
• End the day with an evening walk through the illuminated buildings around the canals and squares near the Belfry and the Municipal Theater, or catch a performance in one of the city's cultural houses.

Restaurants & cafes

Restaurants
• Vlaminck 14 in the Vlamingstraat is a bistro grill and restaurant serving traditional Flemish dishes, fresh fish, meat and vegetarian options in an eighteenth century building, within walking distance of the Markt.
• t Purgatory in Sint Amandsstraat offers a warm, intimate setting with a menu that focuses on classic Belgian cuisine and hearty brasserie dishes in the heart of downtown.
• Brasserie De Schilder on Jan van Eyckplein serves seasonal cuisine with salads, meat and fish dishes based on local products, in a cozy interior near the canal and the historic facades around the square.

Cafes & bars
• Bar Des Amis at the Eiermarkt is a lively café with a wooden counter, a classic bar atmosphere and a sunny terrace, ideal for a Belgian beer or glass of wine near the Markt.
• Café't Klein Venetie is located on the waterfront near one of the most photographed corners of Bruges and is famous for its terrace overlooking the canals and towers of the city center.
• The Flower Cafe Bruges on Philipstockstraat is a cozy coffee and lunch spot with a warm atmosphere, serving coffee, pastries and light dishes in a charming downtown street.

Lunch shops
• At Tatties on Jan van Eyckplein is a small and cozy lunch shop offering breakfast, sandwiches, panini, soups and simple hot dishes, with a terrace that overlooks the historic square.
• Restaurant and tearoom Jan Van Eyck on the same square serves pancakes, omelets and classic Flemish dishes, an accessible spot for a hearty lunch while exploring the city.
• Café Au Lait in Noordzandstraat is a tea house and pancake restaurant with a long tradition, known for its range of pancakes, waffles and simple lunches near the main shopping streets.

Accessibility

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• You can travel by train to Bruges station, from where you can take a taxi, bus or a longer but pleasant walk to the historic city center and Geerwijnstraat. The route takes you past city parks and the ring around the center, after which you walk into the compact core.
• If you arrive by car, it is best to follow the signs to the city center car parks, park in an underground garage such as Biekorf or one of the other car parks along the edge of the city center and walk the last part to the B and B.
• Air passengers can reach Bruges via Brussels Airport or Ostend Airport, with connecting train connections to Bruges station and from there a short bus or taxi ride to the city center.

Parking

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't Geerwijn does not have its own large private car park, but benefits from its central location near various public parking facilities. The nearest underground garage is Parking Biekorf in the Naaldenstraat, below the De Biekorf city library. This car park is considered one of the most centrally located garages in Bruges and is a short walk from the Markt and the surrounding streets around the Geerwijnstraat. For guests, this means that they can leave the car safe and covered and walk to the B and B through the historic street pattern in a few minutes.

In addition to Biekorf, there are other underground car parks that may be interesting, such as Zilverpand, Centrum Zand and Pandreitje. These garages are a little further away, but can easily be combined with a visit to the center and often offer ample capacity for day and multi-day stays. For those who prefer to park outside the busiest core, there are peripheral car parks of types P and R, such as P and R Steenbrugge and P and R Soogschutterslaan. At these car parks on the outskirts of the city, you can park your car free of charge or at a favourable rate and then travel to the center by bus or possibly by bike.

Street parking closer to Geerwijnstraat is usually located in paying zones with time restrictions. These are convenient for short stops, but less suitable for a full stay of several nights. Travellers who come with an electric car can find charging points in various garages, including in large central car parks. In all cases, it is advisable to check the current information on rates, maximum parking time and charging options in advance, so that arrival is smooth and stress-free.

Summary

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't Geerwijn is a charming, small-scale bed and breakfast in a quiet street in the historic center of Bruges. With three rooms and a limited number of sleeping places, the B and B focuses on guests who appreciate a personal, homely atmosphere. The generous breakfast with homemade jams, the lounge with fireplace and the short distances to Markt, museums and canals make the stay particularly suitable for walkers, culture seekers and couples on a city trip.

The area combines silence with proximity to everything that makes Bruges attractive: squares, museums, waterways, shops and a diverse range of restaurants, cafes and lunch addresses within walking distance. Parking is easy in the nearby Parking Biekorf or in other central car parks, while peripheral car parks offer an alternative for those who prefer to park on the outskirts of the city. This way,'t Geerwijn is a comfortable and practical base for anyone who wants to experience Bruges in a relaxed, pedestrian-friendly way, with the certainty that both the logistics and the atmosphere of the stay are in good order.

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