Damme, Belgium

Damme

A tiny medieval town on a canal lined with poplars, near Bruges.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Damme

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk around the small town hall and the old church tower.
  2. AfternoonCycle along the poplar-lined canal towards Bruges or the Dutch border.
  3. EveningHave dinner in one of the restaurants on the square.

Day 2

Cycle to Sluis just over the Dutch border.

What to eat

Pancakes and a local farm cheese.

Local tips

Make the most of Damme

Beat the crowds

Busiest on sunny weekend afternoons. Mornings are calm.

Best photo spot

The canal lined with tall poplars, and the Gothic town hall.

Getting there

Cycle or walk along the canal from Bruges, about 7 km. In summer a small boat also runs.

Don't miss nearby

Bruges, just down the canal.

Good to know

The bike path along the canal is one of the prettiest short rides in Flanders.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Damme

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Plan your visit

Getting to Damme

Getting there

  • Ostend-Bruges Airport (OST)30 km away
  • Brussels Airport (BRU)95 km away
  • Bruges6 km away
  • Ghent35 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryBelgium

Questions

Damme: good to know

Is Damme worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. A tiny medieval town on a canal lined with poplars, near Bruges.

How many days do you need in Damme?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Damme?

You can visit all year. Busiest on sunny weekend afternoons. Mornings are calm.

How do you get to Damme?

The nearest airport is Ostend-Bruges Airport (OST), about 30 km away. Cycle or walk along the canal from Bruges, about 7 km. In summer a small boat also runs.

What is there to see near Damme?

Nearby hidden places include Bruges (6.1 km), Ghent (37 km) and Ypres (Ieper) (52 km).

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