Ghent city walk: quirky charm

Start your city trip with a visit to the “Kuip” of Ghent, the historic centre. This walking route will take you along the highlights of the city. Smell the mysticism, let yourself be guided to the Castle of the Counts, the Graslei and Korenlei and Ghent's three famous towers. Give your eyes a glimpse, explore the modern architecture of the city pavilion and the rustic “Patershol”, an old quarter with a medieval street pattern, full of restaurants.
Ghent is a very lively city. That's why we foresee five things to do during your walk. So don't just let your eyes do the rounds, but let yourself be completely immersed.
Feel like discovering more of Ghent? In addition to the regular city walk, you can also choose from five walks along hidden gems in our city. Choose, walk and discover!
This trip through the historical centre of Ghent will show you many of this area’s highlights.
Available in digital format or at the Ghent Tourist Office.
If you can wait for nightfall, you’ll be rewarded with magical lighting effects. When the sun goes down, Ghent undergoes a sparkling transformation. Fiery Ghent is aflame with lights!