No rain, not a drop. Ghent is an amazing city originally started as a settlement at the confluence of the Rivers Scheldt and Leie. In the Late Middle Ages Ghent became one of the largest and richest cities of northern Europe, with some 50,000 people in 1300. After the late 16th century Ghent became a less important city, resulting in an extremely well-preserved historic centre, that now makes Ghent an important destination of tourism.
So pleased that we took the last full day in Belgium to see Ghent. It was a quick train & tram ride to end up in the center of this medieval place.
We might overwhelm you but our heads were on a swivel taking it all in.
We found the St Micheál Bridge and musicians entertaining everyone
Up close with Captain Luke great history of Ghent and these buildings’ stories.
Here’s the lil PIS again with 2 ladies
Rounded the corner
Up next
Keep going so much to see…
We have seen these rails in every train station. It throws your roller wheels off and I’ve been cursing them until this…
This sign was at the bridge and every time a bike rider came through the number clicked up 1 (sorry, the camera picked up the LED’s and not the numbers), but it said 3,643 riders today crossed, and 1.28 million so far this year!!! WOW
Tomorrow we’re taking a train back to Brussels airport to pick up a car and drive to France to tour the Normandy area. We’re ready for the emotional visit ahead.
