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Study trip to Ghent

A medieval castle, the city's story at STAM and a centre full of research questions: Ghent is an ideal destination for a short study trip with your class.

Destination
Ghent, Belgium
Type of trip
Study trip
Target group
Lower and upper secondary
Duration
2 to 3 days
Price
Price on request

About this school trip

Ghent combines centuries of history with a lively, contemporary city. Your students step into the Middle Ages at the Gravensteen, the castle that Count Philip of Alsace had built in 1180. They walk along the ramparts, look round the keep and the count's residence, and enjoy the view over the city from the top.

At STAM, the city museum on the Bijloke site, they discover in 'The Story of Ghent' how the city developed from the Middle Ages to the present day. A highlight is the large aerial photograph of Ghent that students walk across. Then they carry out their own city research: how does Ghent deal with art in public spaces, mobility and sustainability? That way you link history, art and sustainability in a single programme for lower and upper secondary.

We are happy to provide transport for you and your students to Ghent. From the north of the Netherlands you reach Flanders in a few hours, with a rest stop along the way. In our comfortable coach with an experienced driver, you travel safely and relaxed, including on excursions once you are there.

Highlights

  • The Gravensteen from 1180
  • The Story of Ghent at STAM
  • City research on sustainability

Included

  • Return coach travel
  • Experienced driver

Not included

  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Entrance fees and excursions

Day programme

  1. Day 1: Journey out and medieval Ghent

    Morning departure from school, with a rest stop along the way. In the afternoon you visit the Gravensteen and take a first walk along the Graslei and Korenlei.

  2. Day 2: STAM, city research and journey home

    In the morning, students discover the story of Ghent at STAM, followed by a short city task on sustainability. In the afternoon the coach takes you back to school.

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