St Bavo's Abbey, Ghent
St Bavo's Abbey, Ghent, Romanesque abbey ruins in Ghent, Belgium.
Stone walls and arches from the 12th-century cloister stand among green spaces, featuring an octagonal lavatorium built in 1179.
Founded in the 7th century by Saint Amandus, the abbey was demolished in 1540 by Emperor Charles V as punishment for Ghent's uprising.
The site includes the Lapidary Museum, displaying tombstones of notable figures including Hubert van Eyck, brother of painter Jan van Eyck.
The abbey grounds open from April through October, Friday to Sunday between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM, with guided tours available through local associations.
Hornbeam columns rise five meters high to outline the former church structure, while a concrete stage occupies the original altar space.
Location: Ghent
Inception: 7 century
Founders: Saint Bavo
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Fee: No
Address: Voorhoutkaai 9000
Opening Hours: April-October Friday-Sunday 14:00-18:00
Website: http://cageweb.be/cageweb_pages/GMAET.shtml
GPS coordinates: 51.05389,3.73611
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:35
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