Saint Bavo's Abbey: Ghent's Hidden Oasis
Discover the tranquil ruins of Saint Bavo's Abbey in Ghent, a historic site with medieval architecture and serene gardens.
Explore the serene ruins of Saint Bavo's Abbey, founded in the 7th century by Saint Amand. Once a powerful Benedictine monastery, the abbey faced Viking raids and destruction by Emperor Charles V. Today, it's a tranquil oasis in Ghent, featuring the remains of a 12th-century cloister and a garden that marks the original Romanesque church.
A brief summary to Saint Bavo's Abbey
- Coyendanspark 6, Ghent, Arrondissement of Ghent, 9000, BE
- +3292668500
- Visit website
- Friday 2 pm-6 pm
- Saturday 2 pm-6 pm
- Sunday 2 pm-6 pm
Local tips
- The abbey is only open to visitors a few days a week, from Friday to Sunday between 2 PM and 6 PM, and only from April to the end of October.
- Admission to the abbey is free.
- Consider booking a guided tour in advance to delve deeper into the abbey's history.
- The abbey is located within Ghent's low emission zone, so check your vehicle's restrictions before driving.
Getting There
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Walking
From Ghent's city center, such as Korenmarkt, walk northeast on Sint-Baafsplein, then continue onto the Boulevard du Souverain, and finally turn left onto Coyendanspark. The abbey will be on your left. The walk is approximately 15 minutes.
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Public Transport
From Ghent St. Pieters Station, take tram line 1 towards 'Ledeberg' or tram line 4 towards 'Zwijnaarde'. Get off at the 'Korenmarkt' stop. From there, it's a 15-minute walk to Saint Bavo's Abbey. A single ride costs €3 and is valid for 60 minutes, during which you can transfer between trams and buses. Tickets can be purchased via contactless payment on the bus or tram.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Ghent. A taxi ride from Gent-Sint-Pieters railway station to Saint Bavo's Abbey is approximately 3 km and will cost around €14.4. The base fare is €4.9, plus €1.9 per kilometer.
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