Ketsbruggestraat is a charming street in Bruges, situated close to the historic city centre, the railway station and the peaceful green belt of the city’s old ramparts.
The street takes its name from the former Ketsbrug, a bridge that once formed part of Bruges’ historic infrastructure. Today, Ketsbruggestraat offers a glimpse of the city’s evolution, where residential buildings and modern urban life meet the centuries-old waterways, ramparts and fortifications that surround Bruges.
One of the distinctive features of the area is its proximity to the Bruges city ramparts. The combination of water, greenery and historic defensive structures gives this part of the city a quieter atmosphere while remaining within easy reach of the centre.
Ketsbruggestraat has also played a role in the changing landscape around Bruges railway station. The surrounding area is undergoing redevelopment, with improvements aimed at creating a greener, more accessible and more attractive connection between the station, the city centre and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Whether you are interested in Bruges’ history, architecture or everyday neighbourhood life, Ketsbruggestraat is a small but interesting part of the city that reflects the meeting of Bruges’ past and present.