Holy Corner, Ghent

Name: Holy Corner
Address: Begijnhofdriespark (1 km west of Gravensteen), Ghent, Belgium
Telephone: +32 9228 23 08

#46 among attractions in Ghent

Church, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Holy Corner is the English name for the Oud begijnhof or Old Saint Elisabeth beguinage in Ghent, Belgium. It is one of three beguinages in the city - the other two are the new Saint Elisabeth beguinage in the suburb of Sint-Amandsberg and Our Lady Ter Hooyen in the Lange Violettenstraat. Both Saint Elisabeth beguinages were named after Elisabeth of Hungary, also known as Saint Elisabeth of Thuringia. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°3'26"N, 3°42'43"E

Address

Begijnhofdriespark (1 km west of Gravensteen)Sint-Elisabethbegijnhof-Prinsenhof-Papegaai-Sint-Michiels (Begijnhofdries)Ghent Belgium

Contact

+32 9228 23 08

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Day trips

Holy Corner – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint Nicholas Church, Design museum Gent, St Bavo's Cathedral, Belfry of Ghent.

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Late Gothic church with rich interiors
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Museum, Art museum
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10th-century Romanesque cathedral
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14th-century belfry and watch tower
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10th-century castle with moat and views
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Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
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Historic walking areas, Piers and boardwalks, Historical place
Graslei, Ghent
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Forts and castles
Hotel d'Hane-Steenhuyse, Ghent
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Square
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Square, Historical place, Architecture
Stadshal, Ghent
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Large church with interior artwork
Saint Michael's Church, Ghent
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Holy Corner?

Nearby attractions include Prinsenhof, Ghent (6 min walk), Rabot, Ghent (6 min walk), Tinnenpot, Ghent (7 min walk), Ghent City Center, Ghent (9 min walk).

How to get to Holy Corner by public transport?

The nearest stations to Holy Corner:

Tram

Stop (3 min walk)
Gent Brugsepoort • Lines: 4 (3 min walk)

Bus

Gent Brugsepoort • Lines: 17, 18, 3, 38, 39, 53, 65, 67 (3 min walk)
Gent Rabot • Lines: 52, 53, 54, 65, 67, 68, 69 (5 min walk)