Jan van Eyck Masterpiece Temporarily Relocated: What it Means for O.L.V. ter Potterie and Bruges Art Visitors
An important update has been announced for art enthusiasts planning a trip to Bruges. Starting March 25, 2026, the renowned Portrait of Margareta van Eyck by Jan van Eyck will temporarily leave its customary display at the Groeningemuseum.
The masterwork is scheduled to be featured in a special temporary exhibition titled "Bigger Picture. Connected worlds of Bruges 900-1550." This showcase will take place at the city’s brand-new art venue, BRUSK, running from May 8 until September 6, 2026. Visitors wishing to view this iconic piece of Flemish painting during the spring and summer seasons will need to plan their visit around the new gallery space.
Exploring Bruges Heritage from O.L.V. ter Potterie to BRUSK
For travelers immersing themselves in local history, this transition highlights the deep connections across the historic sites of Bruges. If you are beginning your journey at O.L.V. ter Potterie, a medieval hospital and church complex known for its remarkable religious art, heritage tapestries, and silver collections, incorporating a stop at BRUSK offers an incredible historical contrast.
Experiencing both the ancient care history preserved at O.L.V. ter Potterie and the grand masterworks at the new exhibition allows for a much richer understanding of how the city's spiritual, social, and artistic worlds intersected between the 10th and 16th centuries.
Because the portrait will not be viewable at its traditional home during this period, coordinating your journey through the city is highly recommended. You can easily plan your itinerary using Musemap (musemap.art) to discover other museums in Bruges or navigate between these historic venues using the Bruges interactive map.
