It is actually a miracle that the Rozebroeken and the adjacent Sint-Baafskouterpark look so beautiful today.
Firstly, because the industrialization in Ghent in the 19th century spread so wildly that it is remarkable that this area was never occupied by factories or shutters. In addition, it was a public dump for most of the 20th century and the owners wanted it to be parceled out in the 1980s.
It is thanks to protest from the neighborhood that it could be preserved as a park area. The City of Ghent listened to the action group, bought the land and set up a park.
In the “pleasant wilderness” nature was given as much free rein as possible: a playground with hills and natural elements such as a fallen tree, wildly overgrown hills and small canals. Historical elements of the old Sint-Baafskouter have also been restored, such as the 'Crieckerie' or cherry orchard.
A swimming pool has been there since the 1970s, and the renovation into a water amusement park (2012) has put Rozebroeken even more on the map for Ghent sports enthusiasts and families with children.

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

November 3, 2022

Escaped the urbanization
Industrialization had a major impact on the development of Ghent in the 19th century. While other city districts and suburbs were rapidly being taken over by the advancing urbanization, the area known today as Sint-Baafskouter – Rozebroeken remained unaffected for a long time. Even to this day, it has largely managed to escape the allotment frenzy. Undoubtedly, the water-rich character of the area has to do with this.
For a long time there were allotments in this part of Ghent, although the soil was not entirely suitable for horticulture.

Pleasant wilderness
The park was given a new meaning as a pleasant wilderness with attention to historical elements. Such as the old 'motte' of Herleghem, which was detected on old maps and subsequently mapped and documented by the city archeology service.

When designing the park, the vision of an action group of local residents was largely taken into account. The concept of a wild park that invites discovery and adventure was deliberately chosen.

There are fixed barbecues that can be used by the neighborhood. There is a covered area where the neighborhood can organize events and children can enjoy themselves on the various toys.

Sports in green
There is a sports hall and a swimming pool on the domain. Would you like to combine a running session with a refreshing dive? Which can!
A Finnish running track of 1068 meters gives runners the opportunity to work on their fitness in a responsible way. The soft surface of tree bark provides good cushioning, so that joints are spared. The entire course is illuminated at night.

Source: stad.gent/nl/groen-milieu/parken/parken-en-natuur/sport-en-recreatiedomein-rozebroeken-sint-baafskouterpark

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