Top sights
The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb
Historisch centrum/Torens-site
[Sint-Baafskathedraal 
]
The Van Eyck brothers painted this unique altarpiece in 1432. It is the highlight of the Flemish Primitives and a milestone in art history.
St Bavo’s Cathedral
Historisch centrum/Torens-site
[Sint-Baafskathedraal ]
A trove of art treasures: 22 altars (!), a Rococo pulpit in marble and oak and of course the exquisite highlight: ‘The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb’ by the Van Eyck brothers.
St Michael’s Bridge
Historisch centrum/Graslei-site
[Sint-Michielsbrug ]
Nowhere else can you see so many marvellous buildings in one glance as from St Michael’s Bridge. The monumental bridge can itself be better admired from the Graslei.
Castle of the Counts
Historisch centrum/Gravensteen-site
[Gravensteen ]
An imposing stronghold in the heart of the city. Follow the digital tour or simply close your eyes and imagine yourself as a knight or noblewoman.
Graslei and Korenlei
Historisch centrum/Graslei-site
[Graslei ]
Ask ten inhabitants of Ghent what the most beautiful place in their city is and nine will answer the Graslei.
The Belfry
Historisch centrum/Torens-site
[Belfort ]
Above the Ghent skyline towers the Old Belfry, lonely and grey, an iconic symbol of the past. The dragon above searches the horizon, the Klokke Roeland warns the citizenry of approaching enemies. Recognised by Unesco as a World Heritage Site.
Patershol
Historisch centrum/Gravensteen-site
[Patershol ]
Authentic medieval district in the shadow of the Castle of the Counts. Today the Patershol is the place to be for those who appreciate fine food and drink.
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