Bruges Windmills (Sint-Janshuismolen)
Sint-Janshuismolen
Four windmills along the moat embankment on the eastern side of the old town. The oldest, the Sint-Janshuismolen, has been grinding flour since 1770 and can be visited inside.
Four wooden post windmills line the Kruisvest, the embankment on Bruges's eastern side. In medieval times, more than 20 windmills stood along the city walls. The Sint-Janshuismolen, built in 1770, still grinds flour in its original location. In summer it opens to visitors, who can go inside to see the gear mechanism (admission about 4 euros). Strolling or cycling along the green embankment beside the moat is very pleasant. Nearby, the Kruispoort is a well-preserved medieval city gate. It is about a 15-minute walk from the Market Square and a good way to avoid the crowds on the main streets.
Opening hours
Windmill interior about April–September, Tue–Sun 09:30–12:30, 13:30–17:00
Nearby sights
- Burg & Basilica of the Holy Blood, Bruges
- Bruges Canals & Rozenhoedkaai
- Markt & Belfry of Bruges
- Groeningemuseum
- Church of Our Lady, Bruges
- De Halve Maan Brewery
- Old St. John's Hospital (Memling Museum)
- Beguinage Ten Wijngaerde