A stunning experience between gothic atmosphere and foggy landscapes. Everything in Flanders tends to the sky.
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It’s my second time in Belgium. But it’s my first time in Flanders. And this could be important because, at first sight, everything here could be similar but if you look better can you notice so many facets as an Anversa’s Diamond. In order to appreciate monuments and churches, it’s pretty obvious that Gothic style was so impressive and of course, it was made for that, but the real gem, in my opinion, is the foggy and mysterious atmosphere that you can breathe in every single corner of this region. I’m a south person and I’m accustomed to vivid and sunny light most of the time, so probably for that reason, I’m very sensitive about everything seems barely moody, foggy and dark-side oriented.
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Our trip starts from GHENT (Gand in French) a stunning city in the Flanders region. It’s perfectly dimensioned for the living but also for visiting and traveling. Here we are, my personal chart about what you have to do in Ghent:
- Chose Old-fashioned accommodation. Yes, it’s a paramount thing for putting yourself into Flanders medieval mood. Everything here recalls historical events and legends and there are several accommodations in the city center perfect to live this magic every single moment of your journey.
- Enjoy the city the early morning. If you are passionate about cities without tourists and traffic, Ghent in the morning is the perfect place for you. In fact, you will see that people there are few people in the streets and the atmosphere is very calm and tranquil. Perfect to take pics in street corners and monuments.
- Visit the Castel of Gravensteen is a must here and I did it of course. I admit that it was a beautiful experience and time just flew very fast during the visit. It’s perfect for children for a lot of suggestions and inspirational things inside of it.
- Take a break with a waffle is mandatory in Belgium. So don’t miss to taste waffle street food during your strolls. I love it with Nutella. And you?
- Go up to the Belfry. Don’t be afraid for the stairs, there’s no prob you can get the elevator most of the time and you can see one of the most stunning views on the city. It’s a pity for the ticket, it’s quite expensive. (8eurosX1)
- Drink beers not only water. Beers here are so cheap that you can avoid to drink them as a water everytime you can. Moreover, they taste so good that it’s a pleasure to do that. Creek and white are my favorites.
- Eat local dishes, spare ribs or soups. They are really tasty and match perfectly with the climate and help you to discover local habits and atmosphere.
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SIGHTSEEINGS:
- Castel of Gravensteen (10 euro x1- children free)
- Cathedral of St.Bavo
- St Nicholas Church
- The Belfry
- Graffiti street
- St. Michael Church
- Vrijdagmarkt
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We ate here:
AMADEUS spare ribs a volontè
KLOKHUIS typical Belgium dishes
Our accommodation:
B&B Logies Onderland
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