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Discover the fascinating history of potatoes and fries at the Frietmuseum in Bruges. Housed in the beautiful Saaihalle, this educational museum takes you on a journey through time, from the origins of the potato in Peru over 10,000 years ago, to the arrival of fries in Belgium. Explore the different condiments and sauces that accompany this beloved culinary specialty. The museum even allows visitors to sample some fries in the medieval cellars. Created by the Van Belle families, who also brought us the Belgian chocolate museum and the domestic lighting museum, this is a must-visit attraction for food lovers and history enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in the origins and flavors of one of Belgium's greatest culinary treasures.

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
40 minutes - 1 hours
Suitable for 1-14 Participants
Self Guided Experience & Audio Guided

Highlights

Fascinating history of the potato
Discover the history of fries in Belgium
Sample fries in the medieval cellars
Learn about one of Belgium's culinary specialities
Created by the same family behind other popular museums

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audioguides

Not included

Food and drinks

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Introduction

Welcome to the fascinating world of the Frietmuseum in Bruges! Housed in the stunning Saaihalle, one of Bruges' most beautiful buildings, this educational museum offers a unique experience that will delight both history enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Step inside and prepare to embark on a journey through time, as you explore the captivating history of the humble potato and its transformation into one of Belgium's most famous culinary delights – fries!

What to expect?

During your visit to the Frietmuseum, you can expect an immersive and informative experience that will take you from the origins of the potato in Peru over 10,000 years ago to the streets of Belgium, where fries become an iconic dish. Delve into the fascinating exhibits on the ground floor and uncover the captivating history of the potato. Climb to the first floor and discover the intriguing story of how fries made their way to Belgium. Finally, descend into the medieval cellars of the building, where you can even indulge in a sample of this beloved snack.

Who is this for?

The Frietmuseum is a must-visit attraction for anyone curious about the history and culture of Bruges and Belgium's culinary delights. Whether you're a history buff with a passion for uncovering the origins of iconic dishes or a foodie eager to indulge in the world of fries, this museum offers something for everyone. Families, couples, and solo travelers will all find the Frietmuseum an engaging and enjoyable experience.

Why book this?

The Frietmuseum offers a truly unique opportunity to delve into the history of one of Belgium's most beloved culinary treasures – potato fries. With its beautiful setting in the Saaihalle and a wealth of informative exhibits, this museum provides a captivating and educational experience that goes beyond just indulging in a tasty snack. Immerse yourself in the stories of the potato's journey and discover the influence of fries on Belgian culture. The Frietmuseum is a must-visit for those seeking a deeper understanding of the dishes they savor and the heritage behind them.

Good to know

While exploring the Frietmuseum, make sure to allocate approximately 40 to 60 minutes for your visit. Take advantage of the opportunity to taste some fries in the medieval cellars, where you can truly savor the flavors that have made Belgium's fries world-famous. With its central location in Bruges and its inclusion alongside other notable museums, the Frietmuseum provides a wonderful addition to your cultural exploration of this enchanting city.

Reviews

Visitors to the Frietmuseum have praised its informative exhibits and engaging presentation, making it an enjoyable experience for all ages. Guests have left glowing reviews, expressing their delight at the opportunity to learn about the history of fries and sample them in a unique setting. Many have found the museum to be a hidden gem in Bruges, offering a different perspective on the city's culinary traditions. Overall, the Frietmuseum is hailed as a must-visit attraction that both educates and entertains.

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You can book at any time before the event

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At least one adult or senior required per booking

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Your Itinerary

Friet Museum

On the ground floor you can learn about the fascinating history of the potato which originated in Peru more than 10,000 years ago. On the first floor, the visitor can discover the history of the fries and how they came to Belgium and in the basement of the building, in the medieval cellars, it is even possible to sample some. The Frietmuseum completes the choice of museums in harmony with all the others which the town of Bruges has to offer and allows the visitor to discover the origins of one of the greatest Belgian culinary specialities, of which we are very proud: potato fries. The museum was created by the families Cédric and Eddy Van Belle who also created in Bruges the Belgian chocolate museum, Choco-Story, and the domestic lighting museum, Lumina Domestica.

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Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Food available on site
Open every day from 10 am to 5 pm (last tickets at 4.15pm)

Reviews

(100)

3.5 (100)

maureenpackse

We thought this would be a good activity for a rainy afternoon in Bruges. We paid 11 euros each for our tickets. This came with a voucher for .50 cents reduction on a portion of chips at the end of the tour. The portion of chips cost 3.30 so it wasn’t much of a discount. Contrast this with the very excellent brewery tour we did this morning where we all received a free glass of beer at the end. The frietmuseum is very old fashioned. Basically it’s like someone printed out the Wikipedia page on potatoes onto lots of posters and then stuck them on the walls. The information itself is ok but it could be updated into the modern age with something more interactive/digital. I think today’s children would find it puzzling. Anyway, we were in and out within 15 minutes, rather a waste of 11 Euros, in my opinion.

ilariasY8926DD

Went here with great expectations, left absolutely disappointed. The museum is not interactive and the interactive bit like the quiz and games were all broken (we haven't been told before going in). The cloakroom is not checked despite being behind the till so if you leave your stuff is at your own risk. There is some amazing information at the beginning about potatoes and then nothing else. Just memorabilia with no explanation whatsoever. Great art but again no explanation. Oh also IT DOESN'T COME WITH FRIES so there is no trying. They cost 2.80 euros and with your ticket you get 0.40 euro off it (just fries not drinks ,menu or anything else) , long waiting and not that good (in my opinion). I won't recommend going here unless you don't have anything else to do and outside is pouring rain. It was a waste of money.

GemZ77

Bought a combi-ticket at the chocolate story museum, which made the entrance fee more worthwhile. It didn't take too long to go around, but we found out some interesting facts about potatoes and their health benefits! Came out hungry for fries (didn't bother with the cafe!) A good way to spend an hour on a rainy day, better than expected.

Big_Simone

Got a reduced-price ticket as we visited the chocolate museum. Really interesting place. Who knew there were so many uses for potatoes or varieties of them? Good, cheap food in the cafe.

862delaniac

We were looking forward to this museum before we even got to Bruges. It did not disappoint! We learned a lot and were highly entertained. The potato gun game was fun and the frite cabaret was incredible and we're still singing it days later. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.....mayonnaise.

Angela_K

Great museum to fill up a couple of hours, super English translation and wonderful friets available to buy at the end!

Li L

The exposition was quite interesting, lot of written text, some activities for kids. But ok. What wasn't ok was food there. I expect there will be delicious fries, prepared the right way, but they weren't.

Happyonholiday29

We decided that this quirky museum would appeal to our younger children, 9 and 6, and visited on an unseasonably rainy July day. On arrival we were advised the audio guides were only available for selected languages. This disappointed the children a tad, and made the experience feel a little segregated. Museum, as expected for the recommended visit time of 38minutes. The children liked the coin souvenir machine, nice designs. My main issue, hence the star rating, was the fries! In the last room prior to the cafe there is a video playing of how to make the best Belgium fries. The signage next to it reads that they are cooked in beef fat. I think this should be flagged at the reception area, not hidden away as a special surprise towards the very end! There wasn’t anything vegetarian friendly in the cafe. Tiny sign regarding allergies, on wall, not particularly focal. Appreciate this won’t affect a lot of people, or detract from personal enjoyment, just mentioning for any fellow veggies!

davesyer

Lots of information for mainly the younger ones. Went with a party of 8 adults all with a neutral opinion. Whilst the chips were good, these are an additional cost to entry

3lb4rt0

Basically just a few rooms with information boards on the walls. Information that you can find easily on the internet. No in-depth information. No interactive things. Oh, you do get a 40 cent discount on french fries. Yay! The ticket would have paid for 4 portions of french fries though. Save your money for something that is actually fun or interesting.

Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator

2024-04-27 02:02