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Ornate guild houses line Ghent's Graslei canal at sunset, with a stone bridge and moored boats.

Ghent by train

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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 and Brussels

Move from grand squares to traffic-free canals, medieval guild halls and riverside paths as you explore Brussels and Ghent.
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Belgian waterways

Drift by boat through Bruges, Ghent and Kortrijk, revealing quieter canals and waterside quarters beyond the main streets.
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Ghent short break

Spend time in Ghent, a largely car-free city shaped by canals, parks, medieval streets and Belgium’s Veggie Thursday movement.
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  • 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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