Gent – Belgiens drittgrößte Stadt und Hauptstadt Ostflanderns – vereint viele der Elemente, die Belgien für Reisende so attraktiv machen. Viele der beliebtesten Aktivitäten in Gent, von einer Besichtigung der Burg Gravensteen bis hin zum Blick auf die Leie von Sint-Michielsbrug, erwarten Sie im mittelalterlichen Zentrum der Stadt. Aber Gent profitiert auch von der Bohème, die sich durch die Studentenschaft gebildet hat, mit unzähligen Biercafés, Bars und Restaurants aller Art.
Summer is when you’ll find Ghent at its most lively, both in terms of the bright, sunny weather and of the crowds that come for Ghent Festivities—a 10-day festival in July that sees the historical center become home to free concerts and street theater. Similarly, the lead-up to Christmas brings plenty of festive energy with the city’s various Christmas markets. A dusting of snow across the city’s medieval center only adds to Ghent’s charm.
The historical center of Ghent is well-suited to getting around on foot, with many of the city’s main attractions within walking distance from one another. For traveling quickly or getting to outer parts of the city center, there are Ghent’s two train stations and the city’s tram and bus lines. And although they’re not an especially practical way for getting from A to B, the river boats from Graslei provide a relaxing way to see the sights around Ghent.
For a memorable Belgian pub experience, head for Dulle Griet on Vrijdagmarkt. Besides serving the city’s largest selection of Belgian beers, the beer café also offers its special MAX beer, served in a giant yard glass that requires one of your shoes as a deposit to deter theft. If you prefer your beers served riverside, pull up a seat outside the laid-back Barrazza café.
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