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Castle of the Counts

Castle · Ghent ·

Castle of the Counts

Castle · Ghent ·

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Flight Deal: U.S. to Brussels from $436 Round-Trip

"Ghent is like a medieval version of Amsterdam, complete with stone architecture and winding canals—be sure to stop at Gravensteen Castle, which dates back to the Middle Ages and offers incredible panoramic views of the city."

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Restored medieval fortress with torture exhibits and city views

audio guide

medieval history

great views

torture instruments

castle architecture

self guided tour

restored castle

weapons and armor

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Restored medieval fortress with torture exhibits and city views

audio guide

medieval history

great views

torture instruments

castle architecture

self guided tour

restored castle

weapons and armor

Featured in Vogue

Featured in Conde Nast Traveler

Featured in Afar

Sint-Veerleplein 11, 9000 Gent, Belgium Get directions

Credit card accepted

Debit card accepted

Contactless accepted

Paid parking garage

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