Paddling along the old docks in Ghent

🛶 Route description

Want to escape the hustle and bustle without leaving the city? This paddle tour takes you along the greenest part of Ghent's waters, ideal for an active break or a quiet session on a SUP or kayak.

🌈 Highlights

• Portus Ganda
• Coyendans Park
• Visserij
• Queen Astrid Park
• Keizerpark
• Keizerpark bike bridge

You'll depart from the Beestenmarkt and soon glide towards Portus Ganda, where the water widens and the city unfolds itself along both banks. While paddling, you'll pass the Coyendans Park, Queen Astrid Park and the Visserij, where the city slowly makes way for some green.

The trip continues to the Keizerpark, a quiet and open stretch of water with a view of trees, children playing and joggers along the shore. You'll sail under the Keizerpark Bike Bridge, a recognisable landmark, and return to Portus Ganda. From there, it's only a short paddle until you dock again at the Beestenmarkt.

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💡 Hint

Avoid the crowds: Schedule your session early in the morning and enjoy a beautiful sunrise on the water.

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