Castle of the Counts

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Historisch centrum/Gravensteen-site

[Gravensteen ]

‘I’ll show them who’s boss’: that’s what Philip of Alsace had in mind. So he had the imposing castle rebuilt (1180). Overlooking the city from its battlements high up on the keep, one can sense the feeling of wealth and power that the lord of the castle must have had. Thanks to the movie guide, a unique, interactive computer-controlled guide, this remote history really comes to life. On certain weekends, you may even meet some real knights.

Entrance fee

Adults: € 8,00 (movieguide included)
Discount (groups of min. 15 p, +55 years, 19-26 years): € 6,00
Free: -19 years, companions of the disabled persons
Movieguide: € 3,00
Accessible with a museum pass

Opening hours

From 1st April until 30th September
Every day from 10h until 18h. Tickets until 17h
From 1st October until 31st March
Every day from 9h until 17h. Tickets until 16h
Visit with movieguide until 2h before closing time

Closing day

1st January, 24th, 25th and 31st December

Contact

Sint-Veerleplein 11
9000 Gent
T. +32 9 225 93 06
e-mail: sintpietersabdij@gent.be
http://www.gent.be/eCache/THE/1/464.cmVjPTQ0MTM5.html (available in Dutch)