Benelux Cruise - from Cologne - 104466

'Ghent is the capital of the Belgian province of East Flanders. The name 'Gent' is derived from the Celtic word "Ganda", meaning "estuary/river mouth". This medieval town has a port connected with the Ghent-Terneuzen canal. The city of culture hosts the "Gentse Feesten" and the "Festival van Vlaanderen". Sights include: the belfry tower, Gravensteen Castle, St. Nicholas' Church, St. Bavo Cathedral and the town hall.

This city with its 500,000 inhabitants is a real economic metropolis. It is home to the world centre of the diamond trade, the second largest port in Europe and various other industries and trade fairs. The second-largest city in Belgium boasts many attractions, such as the cathedral, which dates from the 14th -16th century, the market, the 16th century town hall and the fort of "Steen" dating from the 12th century. Other attractions include the "Royal Museum of Fine Arts", the Rubens house from the early 17th century and the international port.

This city with its 500,000 inhabitants is a real economic metropolis. It is home to the world centre of the diamond trade, the second largest port in Europe and various other industries and trade fairs. The second-largest city in Belgium boasts many attractions, such as the cathedral, which dates from the 14th -16th century, the market, the 16th century town hall and the fort of "Steen" dating from the 12th century. Other attractions include the "Royal Museum of Fine Arts", the Rubens house from the early 17th century and the international port.