Sint-MichielsbrugBakkerij BlochHotel d'Hane-SteenhuyseRoyal OperaHotel FalliganDe VooruitGeeraard de DuivelsteenBisschoppelijk Paleis GentSint-JorishofBelfry of GhentFountain of Kneeling YouthsSaint Nicholas' ChurchBorluutsteenOld PostofficeGildehuis der Vrije SchippersTolhuisjeDesign Museum GentOude vismijnGravensteenToreken
WALKING TOUR ⭐️ PREMIUM AUDIO TOUR

Genter Geschichte und Pracht: Ein Spaziergang durch die Zeit

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An audio guided tour by Jenny Multilingual, The History Buff

Welcome to Gent! On this GPS guided audio tour, we will visit 20 stops on a route of 4.46km. This tour focusses mainly on history.

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Tour Sights 📸

Sint-Michielsbrug

Sint-MichielsbrugBridge

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.

Bakkerij Bloch

Bakkerij BlochSight

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

Hotel d'Hane-SteenhuyseSight

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

Royal OperaOpera House

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.

Hotel Falligan

Hotel FalliganSight

A historic building, Hotel Falligan is a Rococo-style townhouse constructed in 1755, featuring Corinthian columns, hand-forged balconies, stylized consoles, and ornate blazons.

De Vooruit

De VooruitSight

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.

Geeraard de Duivelsteen

Geeraard de DuivelsteenChâteau

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

Bisschoppelijk Paleis GentSight

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.

Sint-Jorishof

Sint-JorishofSight

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

Belfry of GhentBelfry

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.

Fountain of Kneeling Youths

Fountain of Kneeling YouthsSight

A sculpture by George Minne, the Fountain of Kneeling Youths represents five nude adolescents, bowed in contemplation, symbolizing the eternal condemnation to meditation by fear of life. Fragile and introverted characters convey a heavy emotional charge.

Saint Nicholas' Church

Saint Nicholas' ChurchChurch

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.

Borluutsteen

BorluutsteenSight

A medieval house built around 1175 from blue-grey limestone from Tournai, featuring a trapezoidal floor plan and a unique trap-gable facade with horizontal waterline decorations.

Old Postoffice

Old PostofficePost Office

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.

Gildehuis der Vrije Schippers

Gildehuis der Vrije SchippersSight

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.

Tolhuisje

TolhuisjeHouse

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.

Design Museum Gent

Design Museum GentMuseum

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.

Oude vismijn

Oude vismijnSight

A mixed-use building of historical significance, the Oude Vismijn is one of the oldest markets in Gent, featuring a characteristic Gothic-style gatehouse and traditional stalls, originally opened in 1689.

Gravensteen

GravensteenSight

A medieval castle and former residence of the Counts of Flanders, the Gravensteen features a large central donjon, surrounded by a fortified enceinte and a sizeable moat, now open to the public as a museum and major landmark.

Toreken

TorekenSight

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.

About this Tour ℹ

Stops
20
Walking time
53 min
Average Rating
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Language
🇩🇪 (de-DE)
Distance
4.46km
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