Capitole
De Vooruit
François Laurentplein
Geeraard de Duivelsteen
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Gent: A Grand Tapestry

Kanye West

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Kanye West

Welcome to Gent! On this GPS guided audio tour, we will visit 20 stops on a route of 4.25km. This tour focusses mainly on general tourism.

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2 hours

Walking Time

4.25 km

Distance

20

stops

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Tour Stops

Capitole
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Capitole

A Capitole is a theater and event venue with 1,600 seating capacity, situated at the Graaf van Vlaanderenplein. The historic building has hosted various performances and events, from classical music to pop concerts, comedy shows, and dance events.

De Vooruit
2

De Vooruit

A people's house, designed by Ferdinand Dierkens between 1911 and 1914, this historic complex was a symbol of the socialist movement in the interwar period and is now a cultural center hosting concerts, parties, and cultural events.

François Laurentplein
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François Laurentplein

A square in Gent named after François Laurent, a professor of commercial law at the University of Gent.

Geeraard de Duivelsteen
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Geeraard de Duivelsteen

A 13th-century gothic architecture building, previously a château, ballroom, armory, monastery, and prison, it has served various purposes over the centuries.

Bisschoppelijk Paleis Gent
5

Bisschoppelijk Paleis Gent

A palace built in the neogotique style, serving as the administrative seat of the Diocese of Ghent and the residence of the bishop. It has been a protected monument since its construction in 1845.

Achtersikkel
6

Achtersikkel

Achtersikkel is a historic square with 14th-century stone buildings, including a corner tower and a round tower with an octagonal belvedere, from a former residence of the Van der Sickele family, a prominent patrician family in Ghent.

Toreken
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Toreken

A historic building, originally a nunnery, now known as the Toreken, situated on the corner of Vrijdagmarkt and Kammerstraat, housing the Poëziecentrum since 2012. The building features a distinctive tower with a wind vane in the shape of Melusine.

Sint-Jorishof
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Sint-Jorishof

A historic building in Ghent, originally the court of the Crossbow Society, now functioning as a restaurant, brasserie, and event space after renovations.

Belfry of Ghent
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Belfry of Ghent

A medieval tower standing 91 meters tall, the Belfry of Ghent is the tallest in Belgium and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Belfries of Belgium and France.

Saint Nicholas' Church
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Saint Nicholas' Church

A historic church building dating back to the early 13th century, showcasing the Scheldt Gothic style with blue-gray stone, single large tower, and slender turrets.

Old Postoffice
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Old Postoffice

A monumental post office building featuring eclectic architecture with neogothic and neorenaissance influences, adorned with over 100 ornate figures, symbols, and coat of arms, representing Belgium, its colonies, and the five continents.

Tolhuisje
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Tolhuisje

A 17th-century house, known as Tolhuisje, is the smallest house in Gent, standing on the Graslei. It dates back to the Middle Ages, served as a customs house, and has been restored and repurposed as a small café.

Korenstapelhuis
13

Korenstapelhuis

A medieval grain storehouse, also known as the Spijker or Maison de l'Étape du Blé, built in the 12th century and classified as a historical monument since 1943. It served as an entrepôt for cereals transported along the Lys river until 1734.

Design Museum Gent
14

Design Museum Gent

A museum showcasing an international design collection with a focus on Belgian design, housed in an 18th-century mansion and a modern wing. The collection includes over 22,000 objects, spanning from 1450 to present, with a strong presence of Western European designs.

Graslei
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Graslei

A historic quay in Ghent's city center, Graslei is a cultural and touristic hotspot with a high concentration of café patios, featuring a unique row of historical buildings, many dating back to the Middle Ages, and a protected cityscape.

Gildehuis der Vrije Schippers
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Gildehuis der Vrije Schippers

A gildhouse, formerly the property of the Molenaarsgilde, featuring a beautiful facade ornated with wapenschilden, devies, and beelden, showcasing the activities of the Vrije Schippers' guild.

Sint-Michielsbrug
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Sint-Michielsbrug

A historic stone arch bridge in the heart of Gent, spanning the Leie River, was built between 1905-1909 and designed by architect Louis Cloquet. The bridge is a prominent landmark offering stunning views of the Gras- and Korenlei, as well as the city's iconic towers. Since 1983, it has been protected as a monument.

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Bakkerij Bloch
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Bakkerij Bloch

A historic bakery, Bakkerij Bloch, was a well-known bread and pastry shop in Gent, Belgium, operating for almost 109 years until it closed in 2008. The shop reopened in 2020 in a new location, retaining its traditional expertise and charm.

Hotel d'Hane-Steenhuyse
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Hotel d'Hane-Steenhuyse

Hotel d'Hane-Steenhuyse is an 18th-century grand townhouse in Ghent, decorated with paintings by Petrus Norbertus van Reysschoot, Peter Paul Rubens, and others.

Royal Opera
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Royal Opera

A historic opera house, the Royal Opera, was established in Gent, and has been rebuilt and expanded over the centuries, with the current building dating back to 1837.

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  • GPS-guided navigation
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Why Choose This Tour

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Narrated by Jenny Multilingual, specializing in general tourism

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