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Discover Ghent

Ghent, Belgium, is a city of canals and medieval charm. The Gravensteen Castle and Saint Bavo’s Cathedral showcase its historical richness, while the Graslei and Korenlei quays offer picturesque waterfront views. Ghent’s thriving arts scene and lively student population make it a dynamic and cultural destination with a unique blend of old and new.

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Ghent train holidays

  • Ghent short break

    Ghent

    With parks and nature reserves, Ghent is a city green to its core: home to the largest car-free zone in Europe and Belgium's 'Veggie Thursday' movement.

  • Belgian waterways

    Kortrijk, Ghent, Bruges

    Float through the waterways of Bruges, Ghent and Kortrijk. You’ll uncover the hidden side of Belgium’s most picturesque canal cities, only reachable by boat.

  • Ghent and Brussels

    Brussels, Ghent

    After a stopover in the buzzing capital, discover Belgium’s greenest city: Ghent.

Activities and neighbourhoods in Ghent

  • Saint Bavo's Cathedral

    Step inside the Gothic Saint Bavo's Cathedral for a peek at the recently-restored Van Eyck oil altarpiece: the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb (De Aanbidding van het Lams God). 

  • Gravensteen Castle

    Discover the iconic 12th-century Gravensteen Castle, straight from the pages of a fairytale. Walk around the fortress, climb the narrow stairs and uncover the spectacular original battlements.

  • Korenmarkt

    Wander Ghent's 'wheat market,' a picturesque square overlooking the waterfront. Admire striking architecture like the old post office, now home to pubs, restaurants, and lively local hangouts.

  • Werregarenstraat

    Explore Werregarenstraat, Ghent’s designated graffiti street, where colorful doodles meet stunning monochrome murals by street art icon Klaas Van der Linden. A dynamic, ever-changing urban gallery.

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