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- German
- English
Ghent is a city born from water, but it did not just float into existence—it was engineered, fought over, buried, and resurrected. Join urban planner Tom and local historian Emma on a redthread tour that reveals how the Leie and Scheldt rivers were manipulated to build empires, defend borders, and feed citizens. From medieval monopolies to modern environmental resurrections, discover the liquid lifelines that dictate the past, present, and future of this magnificent Flemish city.
- A 2.5 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 92 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Ghent's main station, take local public transport toward Portus Ganda. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Portus Ganda, Ghent, Belgium. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Rabot, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Ghent's main station. The departure point is Rabot, Ghent, Belgium. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Portus Ganda Marina
The exact geographical birthplace of Ghent, where the Leie and Scheldt rivers naturally converge.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A restored section of the Scheldt river that was covered by concrete for decades.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Graslei and Korenlei
The iconic medieval port showcasing the immense wealth generated by the grain staple right.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The old fish market located at the junction of the Leie and Lieve canal, illustrating the city foodways.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A picturesque quay along the artificially dug 13th-century Lieve canal.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Rabot Sluice
A 15th-century sluice gate and fortification demonstrating water as a defensive mechanism.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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