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Ghent
Belgium
In East Flanders between Brussels and Bruges, Ghent is Belgium's best-kept secret with a vibrant student atmosphere. The Ghent Altarpiece, Gravensteen castle, and the medieval skyline along Graslei are unforgettable.
What awaits you
City tripMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkable
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Best time to visit
June–August: up to 24°C with 12h of sunshine per day.
Cooler winters (8°C). Best visited in June–August.
Max. temperature
7°Jan
10°Feb
12°Mar
14°Apr
19°May
22°Jun
23°Jul
24°Aug
21°Sep
17°Oct
11°Nov
8°Dec
Sunshine hours
4hJan
4hFeb
6hMar
8hApr
10hMay
12hJun
11hJul
11hAug
9hSep
6hOct
4hNov
2hDec
Rain days
12dJan
12dFeb
13dMar
14dApr
12dMay
7dJun
12dJul
10dAug
13dSep
15dOct
15dNov
14dDec
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Ghent as a Vacation Destination
Ghent is an excellent choice for city breaks. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 24°C.
The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money.
The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine.
Good to know
Price level
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Local languages
NL