I’m not just a local, certified city guide and storyteller—I’m also a passionate History & Culture Superspreader, ready to take you on a journey through Ghent’s fascinating past and vibrant present.

Step into a world of captivating tales: I'll reveal the secrets behind Emperor Charles and the noose bearers, you'll experience two daring iconoclastic furies. And you'll get to know legendary Jacob Van Artevelde & the thriving cloth industry.

Plus you'll sample Ghent cuberdons, marvel at the mysterious Golden Dragon, learn about industrial spy Lieven Bauwens and meet King William I who founded Ghent University: my alma mater where I earned my master's in communication sciences.

Let the refurbished Wintercircus astonish you and dive into the World Exhibition of 1913. No surprise that Ghent is your treasure trove brimmed with stories.

But most importantly, you'll be fascinated by Saint Bavo's Cathedral.

It possesses world famous triptych painting The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb aka The Ghent Altarpiece.

The Ghent Altarpiece was painted by outstanding Flemish Primitives master Jan Van Eyck in the 15th century. The permanent display in the cathedral includes a must-do augmented reality experience that will blow you away.

Not just historical Ghent is amazing for you. Contemporary Ghent holds many hidden secrets as well.

E.g.: did you know that Ghent has plenty of high level specialty coffee bars? Your chance to meet locals!

Are you aware that world class Manchester City player Kevin De Bruyne grew up in Drongen - Ghent?

Do you realize that renowned international techno deejay Charlotte de Witte took her first steps in Ghent? Also the Dewaele brothers aka 2manydjs aka Soulwax are true Ghentians. Not to mention crooner Helmut Lotti.

Would you have guessed that our Banksy - street art superstar ROA - was born and bred in Ghent? By the way: custom street art tours are one of my specialities.

Also Belgium's most important contemporary visual artist Berlinde De Bruyckere lives and works in Ghent.

Now, wouldn't you agree there's a lot for you to discover in Ghent? Then I, Benedikt - aka Ben from Ben's Ghent - might be your best bet.

Book Benedikt from Ben's Ghent now for an amazing Ghent experience loaded with hidden secrets, awesome stories and off the beaten track treasures.

Don't hesitate: just do it. ;-))

One more thing: with TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards in 2022, 2023, and 2024, you know you’re in for an exceptional adventure with me - Benedikt from Ben's Ghent.