De Gekroonde Hoofden, Renaissance house near Gravensteen Castle in Ghent, Belgium.
The building features four bays of brick and white stone construction, with three levels plus a gable separated by white stone bands.
Originally known as the House of the Dragon, this structure was built around 1560 and underwent restoration work by architect Amand Robert Janssens in 1917.
The facade displays fourteen medallions with portraits of Counts of Flanders, from Baldwin of Constantinople to Philip II, each accompanied by their initials.
Located at 4 Burgstraat, the building currently houses Cafe 't Valkenhuis and stands within walking distance of Sint-Veerleplein square.
The first and second floors contain four large stone cross windows, while the ground floor features two doors and two windows with upper lights.
Location: Ghent
Address: 4 Burgstraat 9000 Gent
GPS coordinates: 51.05611,3.72111
Latest update: July 11, 2025 16:40
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