Sint-Jacobskerk, Romanesque church building in Ghent, Belgium.
Sint-Jacobskerk displays three distinct towers, with two Romanesque structures on the facade and one octagonal bell tower at the center of the building.
The original wooden chapel from the 11th century was replaced by a stone church in the 12th century, followed by Gothic additions in the 13th century.
The interior presents a combination of Romanesque and Baroque elements, including three paintings by Gaspar De Crayer and a marble architectural tabernacle.
The church opens on Fridays and Saturdays from 09:30 to 12:30, offering free admission to all visitors throughout the year.
A scallop shell embedded in the flagstones at the main entrance marks this church as a gathering point for pilgrims traveling to Santiago de Compostela.
Location: Ghent
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Address: Bij Sint-Jacobs
GPS coordinates: 51.05639,3.72750
Latest update: September 7, 2025 14:45
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