Explore the historic highlights of Bruges
Bruges, Belgium
c. 1240
Bruges, Belgium
11th century
Bruges, Belgium
1134-1157
Bruges, Belgium
1270
Bruges, Belgium
12th century
Bruges, Belgium
1240
Bruges, Belgium
1240
Bruges, Belgium
1879
Bruges, Belgium
c. 1166
Bruges, Belgium
1100/1898
The Broch of Clickimin is a large and well preserved, though somewhat restored broch near Lerwick. Originally built on an island in Clickimin Loch (now increased in size by silting and drainage), it was approached by a stone causeway. The water-level in the loch was reduced in 1874, leaving the broch high and dry. The broch is situated within a walled enclosure and, unusually for brochs, features a large 'blockhouse' between the opening in the enclosure and the broch itself. Another unusual feature is a stone slab featuring sculptured footprints, located in the causeway which approached the site. Situated across the loch is the Clickimin Leisure Centre.