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Oct 29, 2023 · Ticket Prices, Visiting Hours & Travel Tips. Information was checked & updated on October 29, 2023. The entrance fee to Gravensteen Castle for adults is €13 ($14 USD). Teachers and adults in a group of 15+ are discounted to €11 ($12 USD), while college students (ages 19-25) and Ghentian adults (locals) are charged €7 ($8 USD).
Nov 9, 2020 · Ghent hosted the World Fair in 1913 and the castle was one of the main attractions. In 1949 students stormed the castle and pelted the authorities with rotten fruit in protest of a new tax on beer. They were not successful. Gravensteen Castle, a Gothic Gem. Gravensteen is a motte castle surrounded by water which was diverted from the River Lys.
140. Cruise the romantic waterways of medieval Ghent on a 40-minute tour and take in the sights along the River Leie waterfront. Glide past the medieval port of Graslei, the old Groot Vleeshuis Butcher’s Hall and the imposing Castle of Counts, and admire the pretty colorful houses along the riverside. 40 minutes.
From then on, the Castle of the Counts was known as the Cité Hulin, after the son-in-law of Jean-Denis Brismaille, who then owned most of the houses in the Castle of the Counts. Het Gravensteen tussen de huizen, ca. 1870, Gent, Industriemuseum
Jan 11, 2024 · When exploring the Gravensteen, you’ll pass through various indoor and outdoor areas of the castle. So, plan accordingly for the weather. We’d recommend 1.5-2 hours to get through the castle. The inside exhibits contained interesting displays, from armor and weaponry to old torture devices and artwork. There aren’t descriptions displayed ...
Aug 8, 2023 · Location: Gravensteen is centrally located in Ghent, making it easily accessible for tourists exploring the city. Address: Sint-Veerleplein 11, 9000 Gent. Opening Hours: Open from 10:00 to 16:40 or 10 am to 4:40 pm. This time is the last entry time but for those inside the castle, they can roam around until 18:00 or 6:00 pm.
The following overview lists the admission prices and various discounts and discount codes for a visit to Gravensteen in Ghent. All prices are displayed per age group or reduced rate group. You can also directly book your discounted online ticket for the Gravensteen here, if available, or make a reservation to reserve a timeslot if applicable.
