Sustainability is very important to the companies in Ghent. The city has several ‘green’ accommodations for overnight stays, as well as ecological and local shops and restaurants. Ghent was the first city in the world to launch ‘Thursday Veggie Day’ and is still the vegetarian capital of Europe. Besides, the city has the largest low-traffic city centre in Europe.
Point of Interest
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John Dory
Fine dining in the heart of Ghent -
Just Waldo
Timeless vintage and second-hand clothing of excellent quality -
KAROOT
Restaurant in working-class area -
Katastrof
Second-hand & outlet boutique -
knol&kool
Fresh market and eatery - 100% organic -
Kuiperskano
Glide through Ghent in a Canadian canoe -
La Bella Vespa
Green & silent cruising in Ghent -
Le Bal Infernal - Used book cafe
Exchange books you've read for new ones -
Le Botaniste
Organic cuisine & bar serving natural wine -
Lekker Gec
Organic and vegetarian restaurant -
LOF Restaurant
Dining in a 17th-century town house -
Lokaal
Vegetarian restaurant and tea room -
Lousbergmarkt
Local and simply delicious products -
Madam Bakster
Sugar-free and vegan pastries & desserts -
Madonna
It’s all about vegetables -
Magical Ghent in the evening
Explore Ghent with the light plan -
Maste
The best of Belgian cuisine with Scandinavian influences -
Mekkerland
Small-scale kids’ farm -
Melopee
Ghent's gem along the Schipperskaai -
micheline
Playing board games at a bar -
Mie Vie
The vegan lifestyle -
Mission Masala
Indian dishes with a modern twist -
Mochica
Japanese-Peruvian cuisine in Ghent -
Modest
Brunch spot in the heart of Ghent -
Music Mania Gent
Record shop with its own music labels -
Nana
Coffee bar and micro bakery -
NH Gent Belfort
Luxury accommodation in the city centre -
Nordic House
Well-thought-out, sustainable and affordable design -
OHNE
Zero waste shopping -
Old Fish Market
The Ghent Tourist Office -
Olivier Le Petit Bistro
A bistro in Ghent’s city centre -
Ooost
Get your hands on tasty local produce! -
Oxfam Shop
Shopping for a good cause -
O’yo
Have a healthy breakfast or lunch -
Pacha Mama
Popular lunch hotspot for students -
Pakhuis
Enjoy delicious cuisine in a former warehouse -
Parkbos
Enjoy nature just outside the city