Jeruzalemkerk and Adornesdomein

The Jeruzalemkerk and Adornesdomein form a small heritage complex at Peperstraat 3A in the Sint-Anna district of Brugge, Belgium, about 15 minutes' walk from the Markt. The Jeruzalemkerk, or Jerusalem Church, was built in the 15th century by the Adornes family, merchants of Genoese origin who held positions in Bruges. It was modelled in part on the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, after family members made pilgrimages to the Holy Land. Visitors see an unusual two-level church with a tall lantern-style tower, a replica of the Holy Sepulchre, stained glass, and the black marble tomb of Anselm Adornes and his wife. The adjoining Adornesdomein, the family estate, includes a small museum and historic rooms that give context on the family, their trade, and their links with Scotland, where Anselm travelled as a diplomat. The site is privately run and noticeably quieter than the main museums. A visit takes around 45 minutes and costs about EUR 9 for adults, with reductions for children. It is open Monday to Saturday from about 10:00 to 17:00 and closed on Sunday. Weekday mornings are the quietest time, and tour groups are rare. The complex stands near the Kantcentrum lace centre, so the two combine easily on a Sint-Anna walk, together with the Kruisvest windmills. The building has narrow stairs and uneven floors, so access can be limited for some visitors. Inside, visitors should keep voices low and respect any signs restricting photography in the sepulchre. Reading the information at the start helps make sense of the unusual layout, which differs from other churches in Bruges.