Overview
The Belfry of Ghent is a 91m-tall tower built in the 14th century and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the Middle Ages it symbolized the city's freedom and autonomy, and the charter of civil liberties was stored inside. Unlike the Bruges belfry, an elevator takes you comfortably to the observation deck for panoramic views of Ghent. The golden dragon sculpture at the top is striking, and 54 carillon bells play beautiful melodies. Admission about EUR 10. 2-minute walk from Tram 1 Korenmarkt stop.
Opening Hours
Daily 10:00-18:00.
Travel Tips
The elevator makes this much easier to climb than the Bruges belfry. It's a 2-minute walk from St. Bavo's Cathedral, so combine the two.
Hotels near Belfry of Ghent
Hotels and guesthouses in Ghent, Sint-Baafsplein, Ghent
Other attractions in Ghent
St. Bavo's Cathedral
Belgium's signature cathedral, home of the Van Eyck brothers' Ghent Altarpiece.
Gravensteen Castle
The medieval Castle of the Counts of Flanders, standing right in the city center.
Graslei
Ghent's most beautiful canal-side street, lined with medieval guild houses.
St Michael's Bridge
The photo spot where you can see Ghent's three towers (St. Bavo's, the Belfry, and St. Nicholas) in one view.
St. Nicholas' Church
A beautiful 13th-century Scheldt Gothic church — one of Ghent's oldest.
Patershol
Ghent's most charming old quarter, with narrow cobblestone streets and medieval buildings.
Design Museum Gent
A museum in an 18th-century mansion exploring Belgian design history and contemporary design.