Architectural Landmarks in Ghent

Ghent is a historic city in the Flemish region of Belgium, located at the confluence of the Rivers Scheldt and Leie. Originating as a settlement in Roman times, Ghent grew significantly during the Middle Ages and became one of the largest and wealthiest cities in northern Europe, particularly during the 13th and 14th centuries due to its thriving textile trade. The city's architectural landscape reflects its rich past, with preserved medieval structures such as the 12th-century Gravensteen Castle, the Saint Bavo’s Cathedral, and the Belfry of Ghent, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ghent’s urban fabric also includes guild halls and civic buildings that illustrate the evolution of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and 19th-century styles. In the 20th and 21st centuries, contemporary interventions have complemented the historical core, notably the City Pavilion by Robbrecht en Daem and Marie-José Van Hee.

Gravensteen

12th century

Sint-Baafskathedraal

13th - 16th century

Gent-Sint-Pieters railway station

1912

Stadshal

2009 - 2012

Ghent Diamond Offices

2019 - 2025

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