Ghent Foodie Tour

OVERVIEW

Walk through Ghent’s historical city center with a gourmet guide that will describe the enticing attributes of the signature foods that you sample. After a panoramic drive to the outskirts of Ghent, you will cruise along a canal to St. Michael’s Bridge, where the walking tour will begin in earnest. The 360º view from there presents three medieval towers, including the 14th-century Belfry, which is so architecturally rich that UNESCO named it World Heritage site. You will likely be familiar with several of the products that you sample, which will include rich Belgian chocolates and a locally brewed Belgian beer. The lesser-known local snacks may be even more memorable. One of them is kroakemandels, a Ghent specialty of deep-fried salted peas. The other one is cuberdon, a hard-shelled cone-shaped sweet with a gooey raspberry center. Following the tastings, you will be free to explore other areas of Ghent on your own.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Sample classic Belgian snacks while walking through Ghent with a foodie guide.
• Enjoy rich creamy Belgian chocolates and a refreshing Belgian beer.
• Snack on items synonymous with Ghent, including salted fried peas and a raspberry sweet.
• Start the walk at a bridge that overlooks three towers, one a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Explore further on your own during free time in the medieval heart of Ghent.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.