Park · Minnewater, Bruges

Minnewater

Minnewater
Photo: Pere López Brosa, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Minnewater Park surrounds a small lake known as the Lake of Love. Paths lead through gardens and past historic structures. Swans are a common sight on the water.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Bruges: Weekend Escape

Visiting Minnewater: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
30 minutes to 1 hour
Best time
Spring and summer
Getting there
Walk from Bruges city center or station

Bruges itineraries with Minnewater

Day 2 of Bruges: Weekend Escape

Museums and the Beguinage

How Minnewater fits into a day.
  1. 10:00GroeningemuseumDijver
  2. 12:30Church of Our Lady, BrugesCentre
  3. 14:00Old St. John's HospitalCentre
  4. 16:00MinnewaterSouth
  5. 16:30Princely Beguinage Ten WijngaerdeSouth
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Minnewater FAQs

Is Minnewater free to visit?

Yes. The park has free public access at all times.

Are there swans at Minnewater?

Swans live on the lake year round. They are protected by local tradition.

How long does it take to walk around Minnewater?

A full loop takes about 30 minutes. Allow extra time to sit by the water.

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