Ghent has a rich industrial past. Traces of that past are visible everywhere in the city. Some of the most impressive buildings date from the era when Ghent was a major textile hub. One of the best examples is the Museum of Industry, which has been set up in a former cotton spinning mill. This museum allows you to discover the industrial side of Ghent. Another area where the former industrial atmosphere is still very much present is the Old Docks.
Point of Interest
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Museum of Industry
Ghent’s industrial past: a discovery
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Arsenaalsite
Former railway site becomes vibrant neighbourhood
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Cycling along the cathedrals of industry
A cycling route along Ghent’s former textile factories
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North Sea Port
The port of Ghent
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On the trail of industrial Ghent
A walk along industrial heritage in the city centre of Ghent