Basilica of the Holy Blood

Basilica of the Holy Blood

In 1923, the Basilica of the Holy Blood was elevated to the status of Basilica because of the special veneration of the Holy Blood.

The Basilica consists of a lower chapel and an upper chapel. The lower chapel is dedicated to Saint Basil and is a rare example of Romanesque architecture in the coastal region. The oratory, which is soberly decorated, is surmounted by stone vaults resting on heavy pillars.

The Ter Steeghere staircase leads to the upper chapel. The relic of the Holy Blood that was supposedly brought to Bruges by some crusaders is kept here.

Around destination: 16km

De Wonderlamp

DThe Wonderlamp is an enchanting play paradise where children can immerse themselves in an Oriental setting, while parents relax with a snack, a drink, and free Wi-Fi.

Around destination: 35km

Nature preserve ‘De IJzermonding’

In this beautiful nature reserve, a unique phenomenon happens.’De IJzer’ is the only Belgian river that flows directly into the North Sea.

Around destination: 30km

The Rotunda

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Around destination: 33km

Westfront Nieuwpoort

Visit the equestrian statue of Albert I and discover the story of the flooding of the polder plain during World War I.

Around destination: 34km

Shipping company Seastar

Shipping company Seastar offers numerous (educational) excursions for young and old, both in Nieuwpoort and along the ‘Flanders Fields’ in ‘de Westhoek’.

Around destination: 11km

Duinbossen

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