Visserskruis (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Visserskruis?
What makes it 44% Baby-Friendly: Paths allow strollers and the visit is free, but there is no shade, no nursing room or changing table, so carers must plan extra stops nearby.
Positives:
- Stroller-Friendly Route: Flat, paved quays allow easy push for baby carriages from Seafront to the cross.
- Relaxed Atmosphere: The site has few visitors, offering peace and space for families.
Challenges:
- No On-Site Baby Facilities: The monument has no toilets or changing tables; plan stops at Seafront cafes.
- Uneven Sections Near Platform: Some gravel and grass require a sturdy stroller or carrying your baby.
What is Visserskruis?
- A 16-metre-high concrete cross monument anchoring the tip of the Omookaai quay in Zeebrugge harbour
- A commemorative structure inscribed with marble plaques bearing the names of fishermen lost at sea
- A maritime heritage landmark erected to honour the region’s fishing community and its wartime sacrifices
What is so special about Visserskruis for with baby?
- Short, level stroll to a historic concrete cross
- Stroller-friendly quayside with water views
- Nearby café with free baby-changing facilities
- Peaceful spot with naval vessel lookout
- Easy to fit into a half-day family outing
Note: Visserskruis is 44% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Bruges for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to stroll at a relaxed pace, enjoy the cross and rest at a café.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Visserskruis
Fishermen’s Cross & Naval Viewpoint:
Walk to the 16 m-high concrete cross and read fishermen names on marble slabs. Step onto the nearby platform for views of docked naval vessels.
Tip: Carry your baby or use a sturdy stroller on the slightly uneven path to reach the platform.
Heritage Walk Segment on Omookaai:
Follow the flat, riveted quay of Omookaai peninsula. It’s a short, baby-carriage-friendly stretch with water views on both sides.
Tip: Skip the full map if you like—just walk to the cross and back. Bring a sunshade for the stroller in summer.
Seafront Café Break:
Stop at Vismijnstraat 7 for indoor seating, free toilets and nappy-changing facilities after your waterfront walk.
Tip: Order a hot drink and snack. Ask staff for the nearest changing table when you arrive.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Visserskruis
- Pack a Changing Kit: Bring diapers, wipes, and a changing mat since facilities at the cross are absent.
- Pre-Book Heritage Map: Buy the €4 map at Tourist Info to guide longer walks if desired.
- Sequence Your Visit: Start with the café to drop off kit and finish back there for an easy restroom break.
Reviews of Visserskruis
Stephan Chini
It's worth doing. A memorial cross overlooking the industrial harbor. Nearby, a 2-3 minute walk, is the yacht harbor with its ugly facades.
Anežka
Nice walk along the promenade, possibility to sit on benches. Continuously being repaired. With a commemorative plaque
Oliver Sigmund
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Priscila Conyvolic
Very interesting point, and what a beautiful view of the port! I think a visit to the place is mandatory!
ncku16howard
Good view , specially if you like boats
When is the best time to visit Visserskruis (Bruges, Belgium)?
In sunny months, use a stroller sunshade and apply sunscreen. In winter, dress in layers and plan an indoor café stop if wind chills rise around the cross.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Heritage Walk map | EUR 4 |
| Café snack & drink | EUR 12 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 16 |
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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Map of Visserskruis
Address: Oomokaai, Omookaai, 8380 Brugge, Belgium
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