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St Bavo’s Cathedral
Powerful Ghent church and home of the Mystic LambMonuments and buildingsChurchesThis magnificent sight on Sint-Baafsplein in Ghent is a proud old lady: don’t just walk past her on your city trip. St Bavo’s Cathedral is the...
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St Nicholas' Church
Imposing church at KorenmarktChurchesThis church was built in Tournai bluestone and is one of the finest examples of the Scheldt Gothic style. St Nicholas' Church is not just...
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Hotel d'Hane Steenhuyse
18th-century hôtel de maître with a grand ballroomMonuments and buildingsDiscover the majestic home of the aristocratic d’Hane Steenhuyse family! Its colourful salons, fine furniture, sumptuous wall hangings and...
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KAROOT
Restaurant in working-class areaRestaurantsCafésKAROOT is an eatery in Ghent’s Brugse Poort neighbourhood. All dishes served are vegan and have gluten-free alternatives. The restaurant is...
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Old St Elizabeth Beguinage
Beguine city in Ghent: a tolerant ‘holy corner’Monuments and buildingsThe beguinages of Flanders and the Netherlands are always oases of calm and stillness, where you might still expect to see an old beguine mumbling...
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Arnold Vander Haeghen House
A true gem at Veldstraat, with a grand gardenMonuments and buildingsThe interiors of the Arnold Vander Haeghen House appeal for a lot of imagination. The most attractive rooms include the Chinese Salon and...
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The western cemetery
A hidden, green oasis of tranquilityParks and green spacesAlthough this cemetery is less well-known than Campo Santo, the western cemetery is the largest in the city of Ghent. No less than 30,000 souls...
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Lens on Ghent
Self-guided tour of the cityWalkingFor once it’s allowed: exploring the city with your smartphone in hand. Navigate the streets and discover the local history with this virtual city...
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Walk along the water
Explore Ghent’s waterwaysWalkingGhent’s rivers and canals have been the city’s lifeblood for centuries. Water adds an extra dimension to a city, and that is also the case in...
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Legends Tours
Free discovery tour of GhentGuideEvery day, Legends Tours organises free walking tours.
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UGent Armand Pien Public Observatory
Spot stars and planetsMonuments and buildingsThe UGent Armand Pien Public Observatory is one of six accredited public observatories in Flanders. Its mission is to make astronomy, space...
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On the trail of industrial Ghent
A walk along industrial heritage in the city centre of GhentWalkingA century ago, Ghent looked very different from today. Can you image a city full of densely populated courtyards and smoking factory chimneys?...
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Camping Urban Gardens – Blaarmeersen
Camp under a star skyCampsitesCampervan sitesDo you want to camp in the green belt around Ghent? No problem! Blaarmeersen Sports and Recreation Park has everything you need for a sunny day of...
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Buggypunt Gent
Relax in the city with the kids, carefreePracticalThe Bike Point Onder De Krook allows you to borrow a pushchair free of charge for your visit to the city.
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Ecohostel Andromeda
Original eco-hostel in converted bargeHostelsAn overnight stay on a barge within walking distance of the city centre.
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Driebeek Camper Van Site
Comfortable parking with your mobile homeCampervan sitesIn the car park of Driebeek Sports Hall in Gentbrugge, there are 8 comfortable parking spots for camper vans, as well as all basic amenities. The...
