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Gravensteen showing a river or creek, a castle and street scenes

Gravensteen Castle

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One of the only remaining medieval castles in Flanders, this historic fortress provides a fascinating insight into the weaponry, culture, and drama of Ghent’s past.

Gravensteen Castle
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Kraanlei

Find out about the history of Ghent when you spend time at Kraanlei. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Kraanlei
The wrought-iron bombard “Dulle Griet” (she-man) pointing at the Friday Market Square. This 15th-century supergun got initially the nickname “big red devil” because of the (original) red colour. A similar bombard, also made in Belgium, can be found in Edinburgh Castle: “Mons Meg”. Weight: 12.250 kg. Length: 5 metre. Bore diameter: 640 mm. Projectiles (stones): 295 kg. Range: 1800 metre

Big Cannon

Learn about the local history of Ghent when you take a trip to Big Cannon. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Big Cannon
Ghent by night

Great Butchers' Hall

During your visit to Ghent, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Great Butchers' Hall. Experience the theater scene and museums in this culturally rich area.

Great Butchers' Hall
“Vrijdagsmarkt” or Friday Market Square with the statue of Jacob van Artevelde. The Flemish leader Jacob van Artevelde managed to undo the boycott of English wool imports during the Hundred Years’ War between England and France in the 14th century. The textiles industry in Ghent was revived and Artevelde was hailed a hero. In 1345 he was murdered during a riot. Since 1863 his statue has been pointing to England. #Ghent #History

Friday Market Square

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You can learn about the history of Ghent with a trip to Friday Market Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Friday Market Square
The 15th-century “Toreken”, or Little Tower, situated on the Vrijdagsmarkt, was the house of the tanners’ guild. In the late Middle Ages the whole market place was surrounded with houses like this. In that period Ghent was one of the biggest and richest towns of Europe. #Ghent

Toreken

Learn about the local history of Ghent when you spend time at Toreken. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Toreken

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