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7 spots worth a detour

Check out these off-the-beaten-path gems in Ghent!
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Campo Santo in Ghent
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Ghent's main landmarks are all situated within walking distance from one another. However, the city's outskirts also feature some hidden gems. Do you like discovering new places, acting as though you were a local or are you looking for some peace and quiet? Then make sure you check out these 7 spots. They will certainly be worth your detour!

Campo Santo, an artistic cemetery

The ‘Père Lachaise’ of Ghent on a hilltop
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Campo Santo, an artistic cemetery
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Old St Elizabeth Beguinage

Beguine city in Ghent: a tolerant ‘holy corner’
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Old St Elizabeth Beguinage
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Dr Guislain Museum

Madness in art, the history of psychiatry
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Dr Guislain Museum, art and psychiatry
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Captain Zeppos park

Modern maritime themed park
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Kapitein Zeppospark
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Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen

The natural habitat for nature lovers!
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natuurpark bourgoyen-ossemeersen tijdens een mistige winterochtend
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Millionaires' Quarter

Impressive villa quarter
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huizen in het miljoenenkwartier
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Gentbrugse Meersen

Relax or exercise in nature, adventure guaranteed!
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Gentbrugse Meersen
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  • Campo Santo, a magical place just outside the city centre
  • Nature in Bourgoyen
  • STAMcafé by Coeur Catering Gent
  • Bougoyen in the snow
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