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Travel guide – ghent

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Overview

Ghent is an old medieval city that has long been overshadowed by Bruges, but holds many attractions for the visitor and has the advantage of having far fewer tourists. It was once the heart of the cloth trade and the largest medieval city in Europe after Paris. Today the old centre has many historic buildings including St Bavo’s Cathedral, the Castle of the Counts, a turreted castle with a moat, a bell tower for great views, the Town Hall and the 15th-century Cloth Hall.

Climate

Belgium has temperate weather, warm in summer (May to September) and cool to cold in winter, with snow very likely.

Health

No vaccinations are required. Medical facilities and care in Belgium are excellent but expensive so travellers are advised to take out medical insurance. UK citizens receive emergency medical care for a reduced cost, but should have a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), to qualify. Increased cases of hantavirus (caused by rodents) have been reported in Luxembourg province, Liège, Namur and Hainaut provinces.

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