Places to Explore In Ghent and the Leie

Discover the best places to explore in Ghent and the Leie with curated recommendations from our travel experts.

Dendermonde

When Belgians think of Dendermonde, their thoughts drift to the legend of the Bayard Steed, a saga that dates back to the Middle Ages. It...

  • 4 Restaurants
  • 2 Hotels
  • 12 Things To Do

Ghent

Like its near neighbor Bruges, Ghent (spelled "Gent" in Dutch; "Gand" in French) was once one of the richest and largest towns in Western Europe...

  • 13 Restaurants
  • 8 Hotels
  • 27 Things To Do

Kortrijk

While Kortrijk (spelled "Courtrai" in French) lacks the medieval hustle of Bruges or Ghent, it does have Flemish history on its side. Just outside the...

  • 5 Restaurants
  • 3 Hotels
  • 10 Things To Do

Leiestreek Villages

Barely a few miles southwest of Ghent, the River Leie (Lys) snakes gently into the countryside, as the rough edges of the city dissolve into...

  • 7 Restaurants
  • 3 Hotels
  • 9 Things To Do

Vlaamse Ardennen

The Vlaamse Ardennen (Flemish Ardennes) has little to do with its namesake, which lies around 100 km (62 miles) to the southeast. Roughly bound by...

  • 6 Restaurants
  • 4 Hotels
  • 11 Things To Do

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Sights 46

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Nightlife 21

Performing Arts 3

Restaurants 38

Hotels 22
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