The best city hikes and walks in Scheldevelde - Zevendreven

Not the most modern but the tunnels are always full of street art

Along this path, you'll discover a fascinating natural phenomenon: an imposing cluster of fungi spread across an old tree trunk like a living work of art. Their colors range from deep brown to ochre yellow, with irregular caps and layered structures reminiscent of fairy benches or shells. These fungi are not only visually impressive, they also play a crucial role in the ecosystem—breaking down dead wood and returning nutrients to the soil. This is a particularly photogenic spot in autumn, where the light filters through the canopy, illuminating the fungi like tiny sculptures. A must-see for hikers with an eye for detail and a love of the hidden life of the forest.

At Gemeenteplein square, you'll discover this charming neo-traditional building from 1895, designed by architect H. Geirnaert. The former town hall is a beautiful example of brick and natural stone architecture, with a striking stepped gable and an octagonal corner tower that lends character to the square. Today, it serves as the City of Ghent's service center, but its historical character has been fully preserved. A short stop here is worthwhile for anyone who appreciates heritage, architecture, and local history. The decorative anchors, bluestone window frames, and the basket-handle archway under the stairs make the building a visual gem in the village center of Sint-Denijs-Westrem.

At Gemeenteplein square, you'll discover this charming neo-traditional building from 1895, designed by architect H. Geirnaert. The former town hall is a beautiful example of brick and natural stone architecture, with a striking stepped gable and an octagonal corner tower that lends character to the square. Today, it serves as the City of Ghent's service center, but its historical character has been fully preserved. A short stop here is worthwhile for anyone who appreciates heritage, architecture, and local history. The decorative anchors, bluestone window frames, and the basket-handle arch passageway under the stairs make the building a visual gem in the village center of Sint-Denijs-Westrem.

Along this path, you'll discover a fascinating natural phenomenon: an impressive cluster of fungi spread across an old tree trunk like a living work of art. Their colors range from deep brown to ochre yellow, with irregular caps and layered structures reminiscent of fairy benches or shells. These fungi are not only visually impressive, they also play a crucial role in the ecosystem—breaking down dead wood and returning nutrients to the soil. This is a particularly photogenic spot in autumn, where the light filters through the canopy, illuminating the fungi like tiny sculptures. A must-see for hikers with an eye for detail and a love of the hidden life of the forest.

The André Denys Bridge leads the cycle highway over the Ringvaart and the R4. It is named after André Denys, governor of East Flanders, and in that capacity also the driving force behind the Parkbos and these cycle bridges dossier.

A nice spot to jump off and relax in the park 👍 Since 2005, this castle is properly renovated and being used again! You can rent it to organise your event. The castle itself had quite the history. People have been confirmed living there since 1771~1778. At the start of the 19th century, the castle was bought by the Lousbergs family, and it served as a country house to spend summers in. It was since then called ‘Chateau de Maaltebrugghe’. The classicist part of the castle, which has its front to the park, and its back to the Kortrijksesteenweg, was problably built in 1754. It’s built in stucco and has nine bays, three of which protrude in the middle. It’s not known who owned the castle before the 19th century. But since then, it’s been in the Lousberghs family’s hands, up until 1955 when it was sold to the city of Ghent, together with the park! It was then used as a retirement home, and gradually languished over the years… In 1999 it was purchased by Frank De Palmenaer, who renovated the castle into what you see today!

The park around the castle is the ideal place to relax. In the afternoon many students from the adjacent school are present.