The main gate on the north side is a monumental gate, with battlements, incorporated into the beguinage wall. Above the pointed arch gate is the coat of arms of the van Arenberg family with the foundation year 1873 and the motto “Christus protector meus” (Christ is my protector).

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1. Vredesmonument – Kapel Bergenkruis loop from Gent-Dampoort

24.6km

06:13

50m

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2. Damvallei Nature Reserve – Damvallei Lake loop from Westveld

28.1km

07:05

50m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Main Gate – Schaapjesweide loop from Ham

7.60km

01:55

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 60 m

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Monday 26 January

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Location: Ghent, Gent, East Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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Main Gate

1. Vredesmonument – Kapel Bergenkruis loop from Gent-Dampoort

2. Damvallei Nature Reserve – Damvallei Lake loop from Westveld

3. Main Gate – Schaapjesweide loop from Ham

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