INTERESTING ADDRESSES…
AND HOW TO GET THERE
BAKERY
LUC FIJNGEBAK
Best bakery in town!
› Octaaf Soedanstraat 3, 9051 Sint-Denijs-Westrem
You can order online until 9PM to get your ordered goods the next morning in the shop. No need to cue at the shop, just get your bag with you order number from the rack.
When you leave the driveway of Maison Etienne go right.
Drive until the crossing and cross the road.
Continue straight and turn right at the railway.
Continue this road and turn right at the 4th street.
About 150m further you’ll find the bakery on your right.
(closed on Tuesday, during summer from 6AM till 2PM)
BREAKFAST
‘Breakfast like an empress, lunch like a queen and dine like a beggar woman‘. They don’t have to tell us that twice. That’s why we’ve selected the best places in Ghent to start your day and fill your stomach.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It gets your metabolism going and gives you the necessary energy to make it another great day. In ‘negenduust’ (Ghent) they love a full breakfast, so there are plenty of places where you can start your day tastefully. We selected the most enjoyable and, of course, the most delicious hotspots. (July 2021)
01. GUST
› Papegaaistraat 55, 9000 Gent
Do you prefer the scrambled eggs of happy organic chickens, a fresh slice of bread with homemade jam or artisanal chocolate spread? Or are you more into the delicious American pancakes with a generous portion of syrup? There’s something for everyone in this cosy place. Gust will reopen in October because the owner is on maternity leave. The restaurant will then be open every day, except Wednesday and Saturday, from 9 am to 2 pm. Reservations are necessary.
More info gustgent.be
02. LUV L’OEUF
All-day breakfast is the concept of this delicious hotspot. Sleep late, because here they serve French toast or a honey pot with delicious Greek yogurt even at 4 pm. You can get a table for up to six people and reservations are not necessary. The menu has also been updated, so the ideal excuse to pop in again.
More info luvloeuf.com
03. MADAM BAKSTER
Delicious and completely guilt-free breakfast, because here you will find on the menu no refined sugars, animal products and artificial flavors or preservatives. For the sweet tooth, there is the creamy chia pudding with mango and a touch of chocolate. Those who are more of a fan of a savory breakfast can choose a spelt doughnut sandwich with hummus and avocado. The business opens its doors from June 11. Reservations can be made through the site, but are not required.
More info madambakster.be
04. LE PAIN QUOTIDIEN
› Korenmarkt 16, 9000 Gent
› Kalandeberg 10, 9000 Gent
Here you will find more than just bread as the name suggests. You can sit down at a long, communal table in one of their two establishments and meet new people over breakfast. The menu includes a fresh fruit salad, homemade chia pudding and toast scrambled eggs. Reservations are not necessary. By the way, you also have a cool terrace at each establishment.
More info lepainquotidien.com
05. OATS DAY LONG
Brother and sister Anse and Ewout opened the first oatmeal bar in the Benelux. They take the well-known product to the next level and pimp your bowl with homemade apple compote, peanut butter, fresh mango, asparagus, risotto or yellow dahl (curry). They also have oatmeal pancakes and cinnamon rolls. Reservations are not necessary, but on weekends a good idea if you want to be sure of a seat.
More info oatsdaylong.com
06. ALICE
The place did not steal its name, because at the first step you imagine yourself Alice in Wonderland. The pink interior is completely Instagramproof. You can choose between a sweet breakfast with French toast or a salty version with a pistolet with salmon. Reservations are possible but not required.
More info alice-gent.be
07. JULIE’S HOUSE
› Kraanlei 13, 9000 Gent
› Koningin Elisabethlaan 26, 9000 Gent
› Wiedauwkaai 23M, 9000 Gent
This place is mostly known for its best cakes and cupcakes in Ghent, but you can also have a delicious breakfast there. Don’t expect a piece of cheesecake on your plate, but a scone, a yoghurt bowl, a cinnamon roll or a croissant. Currently you can only sit inside on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Reservations are recommended but not required.
More info julieshouse.be
08. O’YO
Here you can eat healthy, plant-based and surprisingly delicious breakfasts. Their focus is on food that makes you feel energized and happy, which is why they avoid refined sugars and limit animal protein and wheat products. Reservations are not required.
More info oyobar.be
09. CAFÉ LABATH
This place is best known for its delicious in-house coffee from Colombia. With that cup of black gold, you can order a nice breakfast like a croissant, granola with yogurt or a soft boiled egg. Reservations are not necessary here.
More info cafelabath.be
10. DEN HOEK AF
› Vlaanderenstraat 1, 9000 Gent
The building is located, as the name suggests, on the corner of Vlaanderenstraat in the heart of Ghent. The perfect first stop of a blissful shopping day in 9000. They work both with and without reservations.
More info Facebook Page
11. CLOUDS IN MY COFFEE
› Dendermondsesteenweg 104, 9000 Gent
This address is located a bit out of the center, but it is well worth the trip. In spring and summer you can sit on a nice outdoor terrace and in winter or when it rains you can enjoy the beautiful interior of a plate with splashing colors. The restaurant works with reservations and welcomes guests back with a new menu.
More info clouds9000.com
12. PLUS
Here they want you to enjoy healthy and conscious eating. With success! They work with the pure, honest taste of organic ingredients, and so easily make you forget about that chocolate sandwich in the morning. Breakfast and brunch is only available on Friday and Saturday. We do not work with reservations.
More info plus.gent
13. MA EN IK
› Aannemerstraat 1A, 9040 Sint-Amandsberg
Located on the outskirts of Ghent, this store is lovingly run by mother and daughter. Feeling at home is their goal and they succeed every day. It is the ideal place for families with children, friends, neighbors and tourists to meet while enjoying a delicious meal. Reservations can be made, but are not required.
More info ma-en-ik.be
14. WAY
› Jakobijnenstraat 7, 9000 Gent
You can buy honest produce here and then order a tasty breakfast on the top floor. At Moor & Moor, the core values are ecological, organic and meat-free. They take a close look at the product and the supplier, so that only top quality ends up on your plate. Reservations are not possible.
More info way.gent
15. FRANZGUSTAVGENT
A bit out of the center, but you can brunch all day in this beautiful building. You can compose your own breakfast and choose from a variety of sweet and savory dishes on the menu. Reservation is recommended.
More info franzgustav.be
16. NORMA
In this beautiful townhouse, you can wake up quietly in the morning with a virtuous breakfast. The building is located in a side street of Veldstraat and the menu includes French toast, organic yogurt, a sandwich with speculoos paste or a classic raisin cake. You can have breakfast here on Saturdays and shopping Sundays. Reservations are recommended.
More info normagent.com
17. PAIN PERDU
For twenty years this has been a meeting place for couples, friends, family or business partners. You can choose between a bakery, continental or French breakfast formula. All are delicious and convivial! Reservations can be made during the week but not on Saturdays and Sundays.
More info painperdugent.be
18. STEK
You can have breakfast between the cutest indoor plants at Stek, a little jungle in the heart of Ghent. You have a great outdoor terrace, and you can buy all the artworks hanging on the walls inside. Reservations are not required but recommended. Especially in the weekend or on holidays.
More info stekgent.be
19. VALEIR
This spot has a beautiful view of Ghent’s marina. Eat your fill with chia pudding, banana bread, overnight oats or avocado spread. They also make their own ice cream, so swap that coffee for a delicious milkshake. Reservations are possible, but not a necessity.
More info valeir.gent
20. COCOTINE
The plates look almost too beautiful to eat empty. Fortunately, these works of art not only make you happy, they also taste delicious. A feast for the eyes and the taste buds! It is located a little outside the center, but the interior makes you forget that immediately. There are currently renovations underway, so this place will not open its doors until July. Takeaway is possible.
More info cocotinecoffee.be
GROCERIES
CARREFOUR
› Kortrijksesteenweg 1133, 9051 Sint-Denijs-Westrem
(closed on Sunday, open from 9AM till 8PM)
COLRUYT
› Kortrijksesteenweg 1238, 9051 Sint-Denijs-Westrem
(closed on Sunday, open from 8:30AM till 8PM)
ALDI
› Kortrijksesteenweg 1171, 9051 Sint-Denijs-Westrem
(closed on Sunday, open from 8:30AM till 7PM)
LIDL
› Kortrijksesteenweg 1143, 9051 Sint-Denijs-Westrem
(closed on Sunday, open from 8:30AM till 8PM)
RESTAURANTS
FOU D’O
› Snepkaai 40, 9000 Gent (2,5km)
Really good price/quality balance. Very tasty kitchen. Closed on Sundays and national holidays.
Make a reservation.
LES FRÈRES
› Gemeenteplein 3, 9051 Gent (1,7km)
Meet Chef Kobe and Maître Kasper, the passionate forces behind our culinary adventure. With us, it’s all about delicious food, warm hospitality and shared moments. Dive into our world of taste and enjoy an unforgettable experience. See you at our table!
Make a reservation
DE KLOKKEPUT
› Dorp 8, 9830 Sint-Martens-Latem (2,4km)
Classic, but honest French cuisine.
Open 7/7 from 12AM.
Make a reservation via info@deklokkeput.be
or +32 92824775.
PAUL’S BOUTIQUE
› Koningin Astridlaan 209, 9000 Gent (7km)
A cozy place with delicious fresh burgers. These are prepared daily with fresh ingredients and homemade sauces and fresh hand-cut fries. Vegetarian? No biggie, you too, eat your belly off with our extensive range.
No need to make a reservation for less than 6 people.
BALLS ‘N’ GLORY
› Jakobijnenstraat 6 , 9000 Gent (5,9km)
Simple and simply delicious!
Stuffed meatballs. All Belgian.
Not to be missed! Open 7/7.
Make a reservation via gent@ballsnglory.be
or +32 486 678 776.
PLEASURES BOUTIQUE
› Kortrijksesteenweg 140, 9830 Sint-Martens-Latem (4,1km)
Eat In or Take Out. Always delicious and honest food where the ingredients are the real stars!
No reservation.
PARK & RIDE
P+R WATERSPORTBAAN
Parking is free here. You can take the public transport here at very low rate. Only 0,15 EUR. But you will need to buy a ticket at the automatic ticket machine, otherwise you will get a fine. The ticket is valid for 48 hours. Free parking in Ghent on Sunday, except in the undergroud parking lots (check if your car fits in the LEZ zone!).
More info… (only in Dutch, you can use Google Translate or deepl.com to translate)
LOW EMISSION ZONE
You can take your car into Ghent. But be aware of the LEZ in Ghent (low emission zone). Foreign license plates need to register upfront to avoid fines.
Check and register your foreign care here.
There are 2 parking spaces where LEZ doesn’t apply: ‘Gent Zuid‘ and ‘P+R Ledeberg‘
The easiest way is take the E40 and then the E17 and follow the signs Gent (Centrum).
Until further notice you will have to use another way as the connection from E40 to E17 is unavailable due to roadworks.
STREET PARKING
Once you are registered to enter the low emission zone in Ghent, you can park on the streets as well.
Ghent has different price zones regarding parking spots. The more you are in the center the more expensive.
The easiest way is take the E40 and then the E17 and follow the signs Gent (Centrum).
Until further notice you will have to use another way as the connection from E40 to E17 is unavailable due to roadworks.
BICYCLES
VISIT GENT
There is a shared bike service in Ghent. You can choose between Blue Bike or Donkey Republic.
Other staffed bike points are available also which are open between 7AM and 7PM. Check the link above to find all information about it.
DE FIETSAMBASSADE
Please use the link above to find locations, opening hours and much more!
VESPA
LA BELLA VESPA
› Beukenlaan 65, 9051 Sint-Denijs-Westrem
If you want to cover longer distances, you can rent a Vespa very close. A very fun way to discover the area.
KAYAKS & BOATS
KAJAKS KORENLEI
› Sint-Michielsplein 21, 9000 Gent
To kayak in Ghent you can book with kajakskorenlei.be
KAJAK GENT
This one is also good and closeby, but it takes a little while longer to get into the city. Checkout kajakgent.be
VLAEMINCK KAJAK
When you want to cross the boundaries of Ghent you can book with Vlaeminck Kajak. You can combine starts and stops from different routes
BOOOT
Together with your beloved, friends or family you plan a city trip in Ghent. Offer them an unforgettable boat trip in and around the historical center. Be your own skipper at booot.be!
WALKS
LITTLE FERRY
Leave the driveway and walk right. Take the 2nd road on your left and walk towards the church (12th century). At the end of the little road at the left side of the church you will find a little ferry that will bring you across the river Leie. You can walk there for hours.
THROUGH THE FIELDS
You can also walk through the fields. For that trail you leave the driveway and walk right but now you take the 1st road on the left.
(The link above only indicates the start of the walk…)
PARKBOS
› Kortrijksesteenweg 1177, 9051 Gent
A little further, but only 5 minutes away with the car (30 minutes on foot) is ‘Parkbos’: a beautiful green and soothing park. There are different trails from 2,4km to 6,7km. But you can easily combine them to walk the whole day.
There is a parking lot to leave your car.
ALBIJN VAN DEN ABEELE
“Albijn Van Den Abeele” trail (9km) is a very nice walk through the nature and architecture of Sint-Martens-Latem. We can recommend it for sure!
More info can be found here here.
TRIPS
FANCY A LITTLE TRIP?
The magazine contains 10 trips to walk or ride the bike including destinations to stay for the night where the hosts take your luggage to the next stop like us 😉
You can find us on page 35 of the magazine.
Unfortunately this brochure is available in Dutch only.
