Citadel of Ghent, Military fortification in central Ghent, Belgium
The Citadel of Ghent spans 15.3 hectares of land between the Scheldt and Lys rivers, featuring winding paths and varied terrain throughout the grounds.
Built between 1819 and 1831, the citadel was demolished in 1870, and five years later the area transformed into Citadelpark under Mayor Charles de Kerchove's initiative.
The former military site now contains multiple museums, including SMAK for contemporary art and MSK for fine arts, along with a botanical garden managed by U-Gent.
The park remains accessible 24 hours daily, offering facilities such as children's playgrounds, picnic areas, and a music kiosk for public gatherings.
The grounds contain 1,253 trees representing 100 different species, with 38 classified as rare specimens contributing to its protected landscape status.
Location: Ghent
Part of: Wellingtonbarrière
GPS coordinates: 51.03722,3.72167
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42
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