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St. Michael's Bridge

Ghent, Belgium, Ghent, Belgium
Ranked #3 of 96 attractions in Ghent
4.5 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Chicago, Illinois
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Simply the best place to spend your evening in Ghent. The atmosphere here is amazing.. More

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Potters Bar, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

From this bridge you have so much choice of photos. It is surrounded by magnificent architecture and views up and down the canal. Just wait till the Japanese photography party move on to get your best photo opportunities - it can get quite crowded!! More

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77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Get your camera out because the views of Ghent from here are awe inspiring! I love this city all round and would recommend anyone to visit it. More

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Bideford, United Kingdom
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70 reviews 70 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

As mentioned in guide books this is really a good viewpoint to see all three main towers and the activities (mainly trip boats these days) in the old harbour. More

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Manasquan, New Jersey
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

The view, it's all in one photo on the bridge. Don't miss this photo opportunity. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Brilliant views of Ghent's historic centre and you can see most of the tall landmarks from this one spot. More

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new york
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A great photo opportunity on the center of the bridge. More

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Long Beach, California
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Located in the middle of the old city center. Its location is so central that you must actually go there to visit Graslei, Korenlei, Patershol and Gravensteen Castle. When you are on the bridge turn in all direction so feast your eyes on the sights of cathedral and Belfry spires and different views of this beautiful city. Take lots of... More

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South West
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

This bridge is good to take photos from, as it has great views. More

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Affligem, Belgium
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

charming views. specialy at night and during festivities More

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