We often think of Holland for its windmills but Belgium has them too and there are a couple within just a short walk of Bruges’ city centre.

Most tourists do tend to stay in the heart of the city, but if you take a stroll away from the chocolate, the beers, and the crowds you’ll come across a couple of attractive windmills.

Set right on the edges of the historic centre these two windmills overlook the canal that encircles the city in a location far from the crowds.

It’s lovely and peaceful here, making it a good place to bring a picnic and sit on the grass, and if you rent a bicycle you can get here in just a couple of minutes.