Smedenpoort Skull
Smedenpoort
The bronzed skull of a beheaded traitor was affixed to the city gate in the 17th century.

šŸ“œ The medieval Smedenpoort, or "Blacksmith's Gate," dates back to 1297.
šŸ” A bronzed human skull is affixed to the gate's yellow brick facade, a replica of an executed traitor's head.

Why Go

šŸ’€ View a morbid historical curiosity
šŸ° Explore one of Bruges' four remaining city gates
šŸ“š Learn about medieval justice and local history

Tips

āš ļø The skull on display is a replica; the original remnants are in the Archaeological Museum.
šŸ•°ļø The gate was rebuilt in 1367 and restored several times over the centuries.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Nearest parking at Centrum-Station car park.

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