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Everything is more fun in the sun. But some activities just need sun! On a sunny day in Ghent, for example, you can take a boat out, have a drink, visit a hidden summer bar or go for a swim in the Blaarmeersen recreational area. Aaah, nothing beats the sun on your face.  

 

Inspiration

  • Picnic in Ghent

    A summer delight in a park or along the water
    Students enjoying a picnic in Ghent
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  • Pop-up summer bars in Ghent

    Tropical vibes & refreshing drinks
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  • Summer in Ghent

    Sunny summer tips in Ghent, city of art
    Outdoor cafés in Ghent't Kanon
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  • The nicest outdoor cafés in Ghent

    12 outdoor cafés to enjoy the sun
    Four people on a terrace
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Event

  • Bar Bricolage

    Green oasis near the Old Ghent Docks
    Groep jongeren genieten van de sfeer en van een fris drankje
    Events
  • Baraboire

    Sipping cocktails in the greenery
    Baraboire
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  • Bijloke Won­der­land

    Music, theatre and more outdoors
    View of the festival grounds
    Events
  • De Bergen

    Summer terrace at Koningin Astridpark
    View of the terrace in the park
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  • De Schuur

    Summer bar in an idyllic garden
    View of the domain
    Events
  • Gazon

    Summer bar in the beautiful private gardens of the Kristallijn ice rink
    Gazon
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  • Heerlijkheid van Herlegem

    Summer bar on a farm
    Guests enjoying a snack and a drink
    Events
  • Ita­li­an Sum­mer - pas­ta & wine bar

    Summervibes @ Noah
    Noah lunchboot
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  • Kiosko

    Imagine yourself on the Adriatic coast
    Kiosko
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  • Mexcalli Zomerbar

    Mexican vibes in the heart of Ghent
    View of the domain
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  • Monterey Ghent

    Summer bar at the old music kiosk
    monterey gent zomerbar
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  • Parkkaffee

    Summer bar in a magical setting
    View of the domain
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  • Rooftop Bar & Restaurant Gaston

    Culinary delights, view of the Ghent skyline
    Rooftop Bar & Restaurant Gaston
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  • Summer bar Den Briel

    Enjoy the sun in a deckchair
    View of the sunbathing lawn
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  • Zebrabeach

    A beach in the centre of town
    The pond in the courtyard
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