Historical tour of Citadelpark

Join us for a walk through the park. Our guide clearly and interestingly reveals centuries of park history! Het Citadelpark is the largest historical city park in Ghent. It was laid out in 1875 on the site where the citadel previously stood, one of Europe's largest fortified forts of its time. Typical of the park is the English landscape style with rolling landscapes, winding ponds, and picturesque buildings. The guide takes you through the fascinating past of the park. With stories about the military citadel, the construction of the park, the world exhibition of 1913, and the Tweede Wereldoorlog. Prepare yourself for a trip past casemates, rare tree species, and unique park buildings.