Mr Mrs Batty Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Hi everyone we are thinking of going to Bruges in February in Mrs Batty's half term (hard life for teachers with the pitiful holiday allowance they get - but thats another thread !) We have been many years before but on motorbikes and stayed in a hotel and love the place. Has anyone been there and found any nice camp sites ? On the internet there dont seem to be many apart from the ones on the coast ? Many thanks Mr B (Neil) :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mrs Batty Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR >:-( Sorry again ! :$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lennyhb Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 The Aire at Bruges is quite nice it is just off the ring road next to the canal, it is closer to the town than the sites but it is a bit pricey. Was 22.50€ for 24hr in 2010 may gone up since then, also have to make sure you are out by 11am or you get charged for another day. Pricey but convenient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mrs Batty Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 lennyhb - 2012-01-13 10:40 AM The Aire at Bruges is quite nice it is just off the ring road next to the canal, it is closer to the town than the sites but it is a bit pricey. Was 22.50€ for 24hr in 2010 may gone up since then, also have to make sure you are out by 11am or you get charged for another day. Pricey but convenient. Thanks Lenny were you allowed to stay there for several nights as long as you paid ? Mr. B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rupert123 Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 The aire at Brugge is well overpriced, their is a site on the edge of town called Camping Memling. It is not a great site with basic facilities but is friendly and a lot better than the aire. It takes about twenty minutes to walk into the centre or their is a bus five minutes away, the site office will give you details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klyne Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 If you want a campsite in Brugge we have stayed here http://www.davidklyne.co.uk/camping_and_recreatiepark_klein.htm it seems to be open all year. There is also Camping Memling which I understand has hardstandings. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mrs Batty Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 rupert123 - 2012-01-13 11:14 AM The aire at Brugge is well overpriced, their is a site on the edge of town called Camping Memling. It is not a great site with basic facilities but is friendly and a lot better than the aire. It takes about twenty minutes to walk into the centre or their is a bus five minutes away, the site office will give you details. Thanks for that - yes we have seen that one and reviews say its basic which is fine for us. Also I think you are right checking the out of season rates for Memling its cheaper than the aire. Mr. B :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mel wood Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 We have used Camping Memling twice (we would have used it a 3rd time but it was full) . Whilst pitches are close together we have had no problems and didn't find anything wrong with the loos/showers etc. It is also an easy cycle ride into the town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mrs Batty Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 Klyne - 2012-01-13 11:17 AM If you want a campsite in Brugge we have stayed here http://www.davidklyne.co.uk/camping_and_recreatiepark_klein.htm it seems to be open all year. There is also Camping Memling which I understand has hardstandings. David Thanks for the link David - that site looks really nice ! Will add it to the list of possibles. Mr B :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mrs Batty Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 mel wood - 2012-01-13 12:10 PM We have used Camping Memling twice (we would have used it a 3rd time but it was full) . Whilst pitches are close together we have had no problems and didn't find anything wrong with the loos/showers etc. It is also an easy cycle ride into the town. Hi Mel the 'small' pitches I dont think would be a problem as in February I think we would not want to put the awing up and spread out too much. We would prebook as would be disappointed if we got there and was full but guess at this time of year wouldnt be. Also may be if its not busy could have a choice of pitch. We have a moped / rack ( I know - LAZY !) so getting around is no problem. Thanks for replying. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lennyhb Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Mr & Mrs Batty - 2012-01-13 11:09 AM lennyhb - 2012-01-13 10:40 AM The Aire at Bruges is quite nice it is just off the ring road next to the canal, it is closer to the town than the sites but it is a bit pricey. Was 22.50€ for 24hr in 2010 may gone up since then, also have to make sure you are out by 11am or you get charged for another day. Pricey but convenient. Thanks Lenny were you allowed to stay there for several nights as long as you paid ? Mr. B I don't think there is any limit on length of stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JudgeMental Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 We like the Aire at brugge,and have used it many times. It is very convenient and as its more or less in the town only a short walk or bike ride to centre. Bus stop at train station a 5 minute walk, and a few bars/eating places on canel and near station if you dont fancy going into town...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caddies104 Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Hi Please be aware that the site Klein Strand is expensive , we stayed for one night last August and they charged 30 euro + an extra charge for the card that you have to use to get hot water, may be better off peak but thought worth mentioning.. *-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 The aire is to the south, just outside the old town. Memling is east, about 1.5km from the old town. Klein Strand is at Jabbeke, about 8km west of the old town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertandjean Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 We too like the aire at Bruges as it is an easy walk to old town and setting, next to canal is pleasant. As with all aires no worries re pre-booking so in our opinion much better than sites. Yes at some times it may be more expensive than site, but as cost is not the reason we use aires then this is not a consideration for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rupert123 Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 We did not book in September, just turned up, plenty of room. If you arrive at lunch time their will be no one in the office so you just choose your own pitch. They all seem to speak good English so if you want to book just telephone the day before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 JudgeMental - 2012-01-13 2:02 PM We like the Aire at brugge,and have used it many times. It is very convenient and as its more or less in the town only a short walk or bike ride to centre. Bus stop at train station a 5 minute walk, and a few bars/eating places on canel and near station if you dont fancy going into town...... Mr & Mrs B. I recalled a post for you on the Aires that was done some years ago , Unfortunately its on Chatter box as I am not sure how to do a link and put it on hear for you . Don't know if it will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 michele - 2012-01-14 3:43 PM JudgeMental - 2012-01-13 2:02 PM We like the Aire at brugge,and have used it many times. It is very convenient and as its more or less in the town only a short walk or bike ride to centre. Bus stop at train station a 5 minute walk, and a few bars/eating places on canel and near station if you dont fancy going into town...... Mr & Mrs B. I recalled a post for you on the Aires that was done some years ago , Unfortunately its on Chatter box as I am not sure how to do a link and put it on hear for you . Don't know if it will help. Follow this: http://tinyurl.com/7lxoz3r Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JudgeMental Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 I followed Know it all Kirby's link and it made me weep a bit....In remembrance of what a fine forum this once was, full of friendly happy people only to willing to share experiences..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 JudgeMental - 2012-01-14 4:54 PM I followed Know it all Kirby's link and it made me weep a bit....In remembrance of what a fine forum this once was, full of friendly happy people only to willing to share experiences..... Thanks Brian, Have to agree with Judge its more like dog eats dog on here now . It was fine Forum and could be again it everyone actually bothered to bloody try but as usual you always get (it's not nice to insult people)s in life , makes me mad & sad . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1footinthegrave Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Who's "know it all Kirby" then Judge ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Its Brian, There are you satisfied :D He has a knack of bringing a tear to anyones eye :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandyAndy Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Brought tears to mine too, Mr and Mrs Blobby don't look any better :'( :'( Nice reminders though :-D Mandy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Mandy stuff it . be yourself . I had a wonderful time that weekend and it was so funny that three of us from the forum turned up at once and all met . Good old days as Judge said.. Funny off back there this weekend coming but staying in a Hotel as no Bessie :'( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertandjean Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Yes, the Judge is right this forum should be all about sharing experiences, stop-overs etc in a friendly way; lets see if we can,t move back to that. (By the way our old mate Brian does not know it all; his knowledge of aires is very limited, unlike ourselves!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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