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The impact of Expo 1913 on trams

The impact of Expo 1913 on trams

During the walk around St. Peter’s Station, you’ll discover the impact of the station’s original construction and its current modernization on tram traffic, how the 1913 World’s Fair shaped the city and the tram network, and how unique remnants of defunct city tram and local rail lines still line the streets and squares

The water meadows of Arendonk: a multifaceted floodplain project.

The water meadows of Arendonk: a multifaceted floodplain project.

The excavation of the Dessel-Schoten Canal in 1845–1846 had far-reaching consequences for the people of Arendonk. It created jobs, gave rise to new agricultural areas and new industries… The canal was even the reason for the establishment of a new parish community. In the absence of mechanical tools, work continued until the beginning

Trams around the former South Station

Trams around the former South Station

Ghent's first train station was located on the site of the current Zuidpark. That is why this was also the destination of the very first horse-drawn tram line in 1874. Discover how the Zuidstation and its surroundings were transformed into a hub of tram lines and join us on a walk along the route of the future tram line 7.

To the roots of the Ghent tram network

To the roots of the Ghent tram network

This 5-kilometer walking tour takes you through old harbor docks, past long-gone tram lines, and to the first power stations that supplied electricity to the tram network's overhead lines, among other things. But above all, this walk follows part of the very first route where, 150 years ago, the first horse-drawn trams ran across the

Gust Luyten petteke & Klitsberg nostalgia

Gust Luyten petteke & Klitsberg nostalgia

A walk to Paal's most famous witness hill, the Klitsberg, starting from the Gust Luyten petteke to eight locations on the hill that bring the past to life through impressions and texts. 📏 3000 m 🕑 1 hour ⭐ Moderately difficult, steep paths, not suitable for wheelchair users, suitable footwear required 📍 St.-Jorisgilde

Scars of Borgerhout: colonial heritage

Scars of Borgerhout: colonial heritage

In Borgerhout, several sites reference the Belgian-Congolese colonial past. Public references to South African generals during the Boer Wars are also highlighted. By taking a walk or bike ride past these locations, you’ll learn more about this sensitive heritage. There’s also an information sign at each location: Moorkensplein / Vinçotteplein

Sneak Peek

Sneak Peek

Join us on an expedition 'From sports shoe to style icon'. This route takes you through the fascinating history of how the sports shoe became the sneaker and how it now triumphs outside the sports field too. Don't forget to take part in our 'Sneak Peek' competition and you could win a prize! 📏 800 meters