What You Will Do
As a guide, I promise to deliver you a high-energy, light-hearted tour that will allow you to understand the core of Ghent's history and culture. No fanciful urban legends passed on as truths, nor boring summaries of names and dates: just true stories that offer a meaningful insight into the development of an amazing town.
If you let me know about your personal interests through mail, I'll be more than happy to include stories that fit your personality!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Graslei and Korenlei
The old harbour! You will learn some old trade secrets, share the experiences of sailours and merchants, and look behind the medieval facade of the town.
2
Gravensteen
On of the most famous landmarks in this town: discover how its creation and evolution changed the entire history of the surroundings.
3
Vrijdagmarkt
Hear here about the trade that made Ghent and Flanders great, and how it got us into trouble with some of the most powerful leaders of Europe in those days.
4
Belfry and Cloth Hall (Belfort en Lakenhalle)
Did you know that this multi-purpose building represented the power of the people living in this town?
5
Achtersikkel
See how the wealthy of Old Ghent lived!
6
Ghent
And of course, many more famous and unknown places of this marvelous town!
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