Ghent Old Town Walking Tours
Explore Ghent’s magnificent medieval old town: the moated Gravensteen castle, the soaring St Bavo’s Cathedral with the famous Ghent Altarpiece by Van Eyck, the three towers, and the picturesque Graslei and Korenlei waterfronts lined with guild houses. A walking tour reveals the grandeur and student energy of this underrated Flemish gem.
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Old Town in Ghent — FAQ
What is there to see in Ghent old town?
Highlights include the medieval Gravensteen castle, St Bavo’s Cathedral with the Ghent Altarpiece by Van Eyck, the Belfry, St Nicholas’ Church, and the beautiful Graslei and Korenlei waterfronts lined with historic guild houses.
What is the Ghent Altarpiece?
The Ghent Altarpiece (the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb) by the Van Eyck brothers, in St Bavo’s Cathedral, is a 15th-century masterpiece of early Flemish painting and one of the most important and most-stolen artworks in history.
Is Ghent worth visiting?
Yes — Ghent combines the medieval beauty of Bruges with a younger, livelier student energy and fewer crowds, with the Gravensteen castle, St Bavo’s Cathedral and scenic waterfronts; an underrated Flemish gem.