Click, click. The Sint-Michielsbrug is the place for romantic souls. Grab your smartphone for a series of spectacular selfies. Because whichever direction you look, here you are surrounded 360° by the charming beauty of Ghent. You get an extra, extra enchanting view of the heart of Ghent at dusk when all the historical sights are also beautifully lit.
In short, on the Sint-Michielsbrug you will discover what the hearts of all Ghent residents and world citizens are full of.
Pause for postcard views, three towers in a row.
During your weekend in Ghent you will experience a mindful moment on the Sint-Michielsbrug. Stop here, enjoy and look at the postcard views: the Graslei and the Korenlei with the Old Fish Market, in the distance the Castle of the Counts, the Sint-Michielskerk, the back of the Pand and of course the 3 famous towers of Ghent in a row . Only from this bridge can you capture them in one unique image.
The Sint-Michielsbrug used to be a flat swing bridge, but at the beginning of the 20th century it was replaced by the stone arch bridge. In the center of the arch is a beautiful central lantern with a bronze statue of Saint Michael. Keep your camera ready!
Source: Visitgent