Camping Memling (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Camping Memling?
What makes it 85% Solo-Friendly: The site is safe, has secure lockers, free Wi-Fi and a communal lounge that helps solo visitors socialise, and buses make it easy to explore Bruges alone.
Positives:
- Social campsite lounge: Easy to meet fellow travelers in the shared indoor space.
- Secure facilities: Lockers and charging stations protect your gear while you explore.
Challenges:
- Distance to city centre: The site is 4 km from Bruges centre, so you need the bus or a bike.
- Weather dependency: Rain can make trails muddy and limit outdoor meetups.
What is Camping Memling?
- A verdant 5-hectare campsite flanking the Damse Vaart canal on Bruges’s western outskirts
- An accommodation complex offering grassy pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes alongside fully equipped mobile homes
- A full-service site equipped with modern sanitary blocks, an on-site grocery shop, restaurant and Wi-Fi–enabled reception
What is so special about Camping Memling for solo trip?
- Social lounge for meeting new people
- Scenic jogging and fitness trails around the site
- Easy self-guided walking tours of Bruges
- Secure lockers to protect and charge devices
- Close access to Hans Memling’s museum
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 days
Why 1-2 days visit duration is ideal for solo trip: One full day to explore Bruges and a night to enjoy campsite facilities and social lounge.
Solo-Friendly Activities in Camping Memling
Join the campsite lounge:
Chat with other travelers over a drink in the indoor lounge.
Tip: Visit the lounge after dinner to join casual group conversations.
Jog on green fitness trails:
Run or do body-weight exercises on marked paths around the campsite.
Tip: Go early to catch cool air and empty trails.
Self-guided walking tour of Bruges:
Pin key sights on your phone and explore the city on foot.
Tip: Start at the Markt and end at the canalside to cover major spots in one loop.
Use secure charging lockers:
Keep your devices powered and valuables safe in on-site lockers.
Tip: Bring your own lock and charge phones while touring the city.
Visit Museum St John’s Hospital:
See Hans Memling’s paintings and historic pharmacy displays.
Tip: Buy your €15 ticket online to skip the line at peak hours.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Camping Memling
- Reserve your pitch early: Arrive before 3 PM to choose a spot close to amenities.
- Download De Lijn app: Buy bus tickets on your phone to save time at the stop.
- Bring a refillable bottle: Use free water dispensers to stay hydrated on trails.
Reviews of Camping Memling
Akshay Chordiya
We had a great stay at Campground Memling, which was a perfect base for our trip to Bruges and Ghent. The entire check-in process was incredibly smooth, and we really appreciated how convenient it was to arrive late at night without any issues. The campground offers exactly what you need for a comfortable stay while exploring the region. - Effortless Check-in: The automatic gate system that uses ...
Luca B
Good campsite. To get to the City Center there one can either use the fequent bus service or walk (~30 mins, brisk walk). There were more than enough toilets and showers, even in the busy morning/ evening hours there where now queues. Also verry clean. Only "problem" that i had, was that when looking for availability of spots online it showed me the place as completly booked out. But i still easil...
Luke Johnston
Third time staying at camping Memling. Great location in a lovely, relaxed neighbourhood. Easy check in. 25 minute walk to the outside of the city centre (windmills). Pretty much in a straight line. Great facilities. Very clean and showers very warm and powerful. Supermarkets (Lidl and Delhaize) around a 5 minute walk away. Only thing we noticed is that some pitches were pretty much just mud with ...
Rose Latham
Spent two nights here with our kids. It's a brilliant site with a wonderful wood next door with cycle paths, an obstacle course (for older kids) and easy access to a super public swimming pool. The campsite itself is clean, easy to access, well maintained pitches and very friendly. Close to supermarkets and a business ride or short cycle into the city centre it's perfect for a city campsite. And q...
Claira Cain
We have had a wonderful stay here. Beautifully clean site. Very friendly atmosphere but everyone sticks to the quiet after 10.30pm rule. Perfect location for cycling / public transport into Bruges or further afield. Would recommend
When is the best time to visit Camping Memling (Bruges, Belgium)?
Warm months bring lush trails and outdoor meetups; in winter, shorter days mean focus on indoor museum time and pack warm layers.
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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Campsite pitch per night | EUR 20 |
| St John’s Hospital museum entry | EUR 15 |
| De Lijn round-trip bus ticket | EUR 6 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 41 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Veltemweg 109, 8310 Brugge, Belgium
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