Ghent, Belgium

Quick Facts

• Ghent is home to the Gravensteen, a medieval castle built in 1180, which was once the residence of the Counts of Flanders.
• The city has over 60 kilometers of canals, making it a picturesque setting often referred to as the 'Venice of the North.'
• The University of Ghent, founded in 1817, is one of the largest universities in Belgium, enrolling over 44,000 students annually.
• Ghent's St. Bavo's Cathedral houses the famous 'Adoration of the Mystic Lamb,' a 15th-century altarpiece by the Van Eyck brothers, which is considered a masterpiece of Northern Renaissance art.
• Every summer, Ghent hosts the Gentse Feesten, a 10-day cultural festival that attracts over 1 million visitors, featuring music, theater, and various local culinary delights.

Travel Details

Country

Belgium

Population

Varies

Daily Budget

$80-150

Best Time to Visit

Apr–Jun, Sep

Current Weather

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14°C/57°F

Partly Cloudy

Currency

€ EUR

Coordinates

51.0543, 3.7174