Citadelpark
Ghent's largest central park, beside the MSK and SMAK museums, with mature trees, a grotto, waterfall and bandstand.
Shaded seatingWater bowls
Free
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Lakes & swim · Watersportbaan
Blaarmeersen (dog beach)
A large sports and recreation park by the Watersportbaan with a lake, sandy beach, trails and sports grounds on the west side of Ghent.
Why it made the list
Home to a dedicated off-leash dog beach where dogs can swim and play on hot days.
Good to know before you go
Dogs are banned from the main swimming lake but have their own off-leash dog beach and pond on a side-arm of the Watersportbaan; park info on the official Visit Gent page. Hours were not published in the material reviewed.
Practical notes
- The main beach requires booking for non-residents in summer.
- Head to the dog beach near Yachtdreef for dog swimming.
What is available on site
- Off-leash area
- Swim access
- Water bowls
House rules and verification
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