Located in the historic heart of Ghent, at the confluence of the Lieve and the Leie rivers, the Old Fish Market offers a unique and atmospheric location for your next conference or event. As one of Ghent’s oldest marketplaces, this iconic venue provides the perfect backdrop for an inspiring experience steeped in history, and one your guests will never forget.
  • 750 PAX - 555m²
  • 4 rooms
  • Daylight
  • Heritage location
  • Central location
  • Eco-label

Available spaces

The Old Fish Market features four unique rooms, each with its own character and possibilities:

  • De Markt, the largest room, can accommodate up to 850 guests. Ideal for large-scale events such as conferences, presentations, and receptions.
  • Eau’rangerie exudes sophistication and is perfect for medium to larger events. With its stylish atmosphere, it’s particularly suited to product launches, networking events, and receptions.
  • De Leie offers a peaceful and inspiring atmosphere, ideal for workshops, meetings and networking events. The bright, open space is a creative and productive environment for business meetings.
  • De Lieve is the most intimate room, perfect for smaller meetings, workshops or confidential sessions. Its tranquil and cosy character makes it perfect for personal and focused discussions.

With its rich past and distinctive charm, the Old Fish Market is an exceptional venue for both large and small events, where the charm of Ghent is always palpable.

Food & drinks

The Old Fish Market works with various exclusive caterers, so the specific needs and desires of your event can always be catered for. Whether you prefer a lavish buffet, a stylish lunch, or a creative dinner, the catering partners will deliver a memorable dining experience to delight your guests.

Accessibility

The Old Fish Market is located in the pedestrianised historical centre of Ghent. Those coming by car can use the paid parking available at the nearby Sint-Michiels and Ramen car parks, just 450 metres away. The venue is also well served by public transport, with a tram stop less than 50 metres from the venue.

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Meeting rooms
Name Theatre
Classroom
Cabaret
U-shape
Boardroom
Reception
Banquet
Walking dinner
Surface area
Height
Daylight
De Markt
Surface area: 555m² Has daylight
Type
PAX
750 850 500 555m² yes
Eau'rangerie
Surface area: 200m² Has daylight
Type
PAX
150 250 140 200m² yes
De Leie
Surface area: 200m² Has daylight
Type
PAX
150 220 150 200m² yes
De Lieve
Surface area: 180m² Has daylight
Type
PAX
100 180 120 180m² yes

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