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Folklore

What sets Ghent apart from the rest? The picturesque spots, the original activities and the unique atmosphere. Folklore isn’t necessarily boring or old-fashioned, just look at the cosy book market at Ajuinlei or the flea market at Bij Sint-Jacobs. The uniqueness of Ghent is in every corner of the city, which makes it the perfect place to stroll around.

Inspiration

  • Kroakemandels

    Find this delicacy in a few traditional pubs
    A plate of kroakemandels and a glass of beer
    Inspiration

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  • House of Alijn

    The Children of Alijn, large as life
    Museum Huis van Alijn Ghent
    Museums
  • 't Dreupelkot

    Small jenever pub in the heart of Ghent
    't Dreupelkot - Gent
    Cafés
  • 't Kuipke

    Mecca for cycling fans
    't Kuipke
    Monuments and buildings
  • Amadeus

    All-you-can-eat spare ribs
    Amadeus Gent
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  • Café Folklore

    An authentic popular pub
    People at table at café
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  • De Dulle Griet

    Choose from 500 different beers
    De Dulle Griet - Gent
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  • Flea market at Bij Sint-Jacobs

    A ten-day party around ten centuries of history
    Flea market at Bij Sint-Jacobs
    Squares and districts
  • The School of Yesteryear

    Discover education through the ages
    The School of Yesteryear
    Museums
  • Waterhuis aan de Bierkant

    A former brothel turned cosy pub
    Waterhuis aan de Bierkant - Gent
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Event

  • The Ghent Festivities

    Ghent Festivities: 10 days when the city goes wild
    Stage at the Korenlei during the Ghent Festivities
    Festivals

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