Why organize a conference in Ghent?

Ghent is an inspiring conference city where history and contemporary dynamism reinforce each other. The compact city center makes getting around easy, while the cultural offerings and unique atmosphere provide an extra experience for your participants. Ghent combines a warm welcome with a wide range of restaurants, museums, and evening activities, ideal for supplementing your program with networking and social moments. And for those hosting international guests, the city offers a world-class icon: the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb by the Van Eyck brothers, a unique cultural asset that gives your event extra prestige.

Ghent: a conference city that makes sustainability a reality

An increasing number of conference organizers and participants are consciously choosing destinations with a smaller ecological footprint. In Ghent, sustainability is not just a slogan, but a daily practice. The city has been building a green policy for years: from being the veggie capital since 2009 to having one of the largest low-traffic city centers in Europe since 2017.

For conferences, this means a smooth, pleasant experience on a human scale. Venues, hotels, restaurants, and sights are located close to each other, allowing your participants to move around effortlessly on foot or by bicycle. Ghent is a compact, accessible city that is easy to discover, making it perfect for those who want to organize efficiently and travel consciously.