Gravensteen, Ghent

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• By VKristofvanB

  Due to Covid 19, the tour has been changed to a one-way walk around. Many things that were visible in the past are no longer visible - a shame when paying 12 euros, receiving an electronical guide...  more »

• By Alan0806

  We really enjoyed our visit. The free audio guide in particular was excellent. This is the only audio guide that has ever made us laugh out loud on a tour. Very funny but still very informative. We...  more »

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• By Roman Verraest

  Great castle to visit with kids. A lot of the castle is accessible which makes it a fun place to explore for the kids. Very safe and well-maintained. From the top of the tower you have some great views over Ghent. The ramparts on the first level don’t have a safety fence on the courtyard side however; so caution is advised as gusts of wind might push you towards the edge.

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• By Saifeddin Quraan

  The Gravensteen is a medieval castle at Ghent, East Flanders in Belgium. The current castle dates from 1180 and was the residence of the Counts of Flanders until 1353. It was subsequently re-purposed as a court, prison, mint, and even as a cotton factory. You can make a tour inside the castle and have a very nice view to the city. many restaurants and coffee shops in the area, and you can reach it by bus or tram. highly recommended.

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