Bisschoppelijk Paleis, Ghent

#56 among attractions in Ghent

Forts and castles, Spiritual

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Bisschoppelijk Paleis (address: Bisdomplein 2) is a place located in Ghent (Vlaanderen region) and belongs to the category of forts and castles, spiritual.

It is situated at an altitude of 52 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 51°3'10"N latitude and 3°43'42"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Bisschoppelijk Paleis is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Gent Duivelsteen (tram, 2 min walk), Gent Reep (bus, 4 min walk), Gent-Dampoort (train, 15 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Geeraard de Duivelsteen (forts and castles, 2 min walk), St Bavo's Cathedral (gothic architecture, 2 min walk), Achtersikkel (square, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 51°3'10"N, 3°43'42"E

Address

Bisdomplein 2Binnenstad (Kuip)Ghent 9000 Belgium

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Bisschoppelijk Paleis – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint Nicholas Church, St Bavo's Cathedral, Belfry of Ghent, Huis van Alijn.

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Late Gothic church with rich interiors
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10th-century Romanesque cathedral
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14th-century belfry and watch tower
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Forts and castles
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~260 ftS
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Geeraard de Duivelsteen, Ghent
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Square
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Square
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bisschoppelijk Paleis?

Nearby attractions include Geeraard de Duivelsteen, Ghent (2 min walk), St Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent (2 min walk), Achtersikkel, Ghent (4 min walk), Lakenhalle, Ghent (5 min walk).

How to get to Bisschoppelijk Paleis by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bisschoppelijk Paleis:

Tram

Gent Duivelsteen • Lines: 1, 4 (2 min walk)
Stop (5 min walk)

Bus

Gent Reep • Lines: 17, 5, 52, 53, 54, 55, 57, 58, 68, 69, 8 (4 min walk)
Gent Kapucijnenham • Lines: 5, 52, 53, 54, 55, 57, 58, 68, 69, 8 (5 min walk)

Train

Gent-Dampoort (15 min walk)