The Festival of Light is in full swing with 36 luminous works by national and international artists.
By the editorial staff
Un million. According to our colleagues from The last newsis the number of visitors expected on the 7.2 kilometer route of the famous Festival of Light in Ghent. Open since Wednesday, it still takes place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. until midnight and Sunday from 6 p.m. Due to the health crisis, the concept has been slightly revised: there is no fixed starting point, you have to follow a direction of travel, everything is in the open air and wearing a mask is compulsory.
“The new route takes you through the city and gives you a different perspective thanks to the light installations on the city’s districts, the waterways and the historical heritage – literally and figuratively. The Castle of the Counts, Graslei, Korenmarkt, Stadshal and Sint-Baafsplein are famous sites on the route. You will also cross the Saint-Michel bridge for the first time and enjoy the unique view from the Tower of Ghent. Additionally, the route passes lesser-known places including the Court of the Princes, Macharius-Heirnis and Sluizeken-Tolhuis-Ham. “, precise the organization’s website. It takes about two hours to complete the entire walk.
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