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‘Water’ might not be the first word that comes into mind when visitors think about Ghent, but the city is full of waterways. If you visit the city by boat, the possibilities to moor are numerous. Ghent boasts no fewer than five marinas and is easily accessible via the Lys, the Scheldt, the Ghent–Terneuzen Canal and the Ghent-Ostend Canal with a private boat.

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  • Sail your own boat to Ghent

    Enjoy a boat trip around Ghent
    The river Lys, just outside of the city, with green river banks and several boats moored on each side
    Inspiration

Point of Interest

  • STAM, Ghent City Museum

    The story of Ghent: past, present and future
    Lawn and a concrete hiking trail under which the pond runs. Glass canopy along a modern building with many and large windows and a black exterior
    Museums
  • Fou d’O

    Wonderful dining along the water
    People having lunch with an amazing view
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  • Ghent River Hotel

    City centre hotel by the River Lys
    Ghent River Hotel
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  • Heirloom

    Contactless accommodation in historic buildings
    The House of Trade: Suite with terrace
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  • Hotel Nenuphar

    Sleeping along the river Lys.
    Double room
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  • Kuiperskano

    Glide through Ghent in a Canadian canoe
    kanotocht met 4 personen
    Sport and recreation
  • Langerbrugge yacht marina

    Yacht marina along the Ghent-Terneuzen canal
    Langerbrugge yacht marina
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  • Lindenlei yacht marina

    Dock at the Old Law Courts
    Lindenlei yacht marina
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  • Restaurant Nenuphar

    Restaurant with a view of the Lys
    Gustave De Smet paintings
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  • Revue

    Delicious cuisine with a view of the water
    Revue
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  • Snepkaai

    Yacht marina at Blaarmeersen
    The river Lys, just outside of the city, with green river banks and several boats moored on each side
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  • Yachting Merelbeke

    The harbour master welcomes you with open arms
    Yachting Merelbeke
    Marinas

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