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This important sight in Ghent is a castle with a very turbulent past, closely intertwined with the complex—often stormy—political and social history of the city. It is the only remaining mediaeval castle with a moat and largely intact defence system in Flanders.
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The Gravensteen ( Dutch; lit. 'the Counts' rock') is a medieval castle in the city of Ghent, East Flanders in Belgium. The current castle dates from 1180 and was the residence of the Counts of Flanders until 1353. It was subsequently re-purposed as a court, prison, mint, and even as a cotton factory.
Oct 8, 2023 · Gravensteen Castle is a 12th century medieval castle located in the heart of Ghent, Belgium. With its moat, imposing stone walls and turrets, Gravensteen is one of the most well-preserved and iconic examples of a medieval fortress in Europe.
The Castle of the Counts is a medieval fortress in the city centre with charming corridors, narrow tower stairs, high rooms, and real battlements.
Aug 26, 2021 · The Gravensteen is a medieval castle in Ghent, East Flanders in Belgium, also known as the Castle of the Counts. The impressive structure is now a museum and major landmark.
General Guidelines. The Castle of the Counts is open every day from 10 am to 6 pm. Last admission at 4.40 pm. Closed on 24th, 25th, 31st December and 1st January. Prices. € 13. • Individual price. € 11. • Groups of minimum 15 people or more. • Teachers. € 8. • Ghent residents. • UiTPAS Ghent.
A historical place and a must visit ! The Gravensteen is a medieval castle at Ghent, East Flanders in Belgium. The current castle dates from 1180 and was the residence of the Counts of Flanders until 1353. It was subsequently re-purposed as a court, prison, mint, and even as a cotton factory.
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