Urban-Gardens Gent

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Urban Gardens Ghent is glamping in nature with the city around the corner

Looking for a contemporary cozy city camping? Would you like to stay in an oasis of tranquility, and also close to the city center? Then you've come to the right place at Urban Gardens Ghent! This glamping in Ghent can be found in green surroundings and a stone's throw from the bustling city center. Stay here in a special glamping accommodation and enjoy the combination of nature and the city.

  • Sustainability
  • Near Ghent
  • Bike rental
  • playground
  • Ping pong table
  • Pizza food truck
  • Bar
  • Petanque
  • Close to Sports and Recreation Park Blaarmeersen

Facilities and activities at Urban-Gardens Gent

(Sports) activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Petanque court
  • Ping pong table

Activities in the area
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
  • Museums (<5 KM / 3.1 Miles)
  • Nature park (<5 KM / 3.1 MILES)
  • Picturesque villages
  • Michelin star restaurant (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
  • Fishing
  • Walking

Kids and teenagers
  • Playground (outdoor)

Location
  • Near a city
  • By the water

Park facilities
  • Reception
  • Open all year
  • WiFi in public area (free)
  • Free parking nearby or at the park

Spoken language
  • Dutch
  • English
  • French

Unique properties
  • Eco friendly
  • Small scale park

Food & Beverage
  • Pizzeria
  • Foodtruck
  • Bakery
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Urban-Gardens Gent

Surroundings

Colorful historic buildings and boats along a city canal, ideal for a glamping holiday park experience.
Cobblestone street and beautiful medieval buildings in the historic center of Ghent, Belgium at dawn.
Evening view of a picturesque European city with canal and illuminated historic buildings at sunset.

Stepping into history at Ooidonk Castle

Take the car and after a 20-minute drive, stand in front of Ooidonk Castle, one of the most beautiful castles in Belgium. From April to November, it is possible on Sundays and holidays to take a guided tour of this still-inhabited castle, where you will learn more about the rich history of this medieval fortified castle. In July and August also on Saturdays. Would you like to stroll through the beautiful green gardens? That's possible from Tuesday afternoon to Sunday.

Scenic landscape near Ghent, Belgium, showing a field, lush trees, and a blue sky with clouds overhead.
Cycling - Urban Gardens Ghent - Ghent, East Flanders, Belgium

Strolling through Ghent

This glamping in East Flanders is less than 5 km from the lively city of Ghent. A city is full of history, old canals, medieval masterpieces, cozy bars, and restaurants. Stroll the streets and discover the beautiful buildings, graffiti, and street art. Discovering Ghent from the water, during a cruise on the Leie, definitely belongs on the list of things not to miss. The Graslei and the Korenlei are the oldest and perhaps the most beautiful and cozy places in Ghent. Here you will find many nice catering establishments. Of course, tasting the real Ghent Noses should not be missed. You can find the best ones in one of the carts on the Groentenmarkt.

Venture into nature

In the natural surroundings, you will find endless cycling and walking routes. Less than 2 km from the glamping is the urban nature reserve Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen. This park, which covers 220 hectares, has three hiking trails that take you past beautiful green nature with meadows and forest areas. Tens of thousands of birds perch in this area every year. There are special bird-watching huts along the way where you can spot the most beautiful birds undisturbed.

Plenty of fun at Blaarmeersen Sports and Recreation Park

Glamping at Urban Gardens Ghent means free access to the Blaarmeersen Sports and Recreation Park. In this green park with a large pond, there are plenty of water sports activities to do. Get in a canoe or kayak and paddle up the Leie. Learn to water ski or go pedal boating. For children, there is a water playground with a slide and a sandy beach that completes the recreation park. There is also plenty of fun to be had on dry land. For example, there is a skate park, a climbing rock and you can play mini-golf. For children, there is a large playground with a maze and you can play beach volleyball. The recreation park also has a hiking trail where you can completely relax with a hiking mountain and observation tower to admire the surroundings.

Practical information

Urban-Gardens Gent scored with a 7.6

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Summary created out of 319 reviews

Urban Gardens Ghent is strategically located close to the city centre, with excellent accessibility by bike (15 minutes) or bus (line 11). Guests appreciate the spacious pitches separated by hedges and the campsite's green character. Reception staff are experienced as friendly and helpful. The site is located in a recreational area with free access to a swimming lake and walking opportunities around the water. Renovation works are ongoing: new sanitary blocks are modern and clean, but older blocks urgently need refurbishment. Many visitors complain about muddy pitches after rain, noise pollution from the nearby motorway, and electrical hook-ups located too far away requiring extra-long cables.

  • 24 Aug 2026

    Posizione comoda della piazzola, ottimo servizio check in e bagni puliti

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  • 23 Aug 2026

    A complete transformation compared to the previous campground. I’ll definitely be back—it’s nice and laid-back. It’s clearly still in the process of rebuilding and gaining new momentum. I’d appreciate a more authentic restaurant/bar if I were staying much longer. But as it is now, it’s fine. Both the staff at the check-in desk and the pizza bar were friendly and knowledgeable.

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    N hele metamorfose tov eerdere camping. Kom zeker nog eens terug, lekker vrij en onbevangen. Duidelijk nu nog in opbouwfase naar nieuw elan. Meer echt restaurant/bar zou ik waarderen veel langer verblijf. Maar zoals nu voldoet. Zowel personeel aan incheck bali / pizza-bar vriendelijk en terzake deskundig

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  • 22 Aug 2026

    We had a lovely few days at Urban Gardens Gent. The Lodge was spacious, private & comfortable. The weather wasn't kind to us so we didn't use the lake but enjoyed walking & running around it and the broader grounds. Also due to the rain we didn't ride to the centre but used the bus which is very quick & convenient. And what a fabulous city Gent is, a real gem. The staff were friendly & helpful and the pizzas delicious. Highly recommend.

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  • 22 Aug 2026

    The campground is in a great location, the staff was very friendly, and public transportation is right nearby—it was truly a wonderful stay. Thank you so much! Ghent is a gem, and the people there are very welcoming ❤️

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    Le camping est très bien situé, l'équipe a été très agréable et les transports en commun tout près, c'était vraiment un très agréable séjour. Merci beaucoup et Gand est une merveille, les gens y sont très accueillants ❤️

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  • 20 Aug 2026

    Great campground with good bus service to the center of Ghent.

    Beautifully located near the recreational area with swimming.

    I think this was my third time there this year; it used to be called Blaarmeersen.

    Nice, spacious campsites; the restrooms are good, and a new restroom building has been added.

    When we were there (mid-August 2026), they were still in the middle of renovations—the restaurant and reception area were being rebuilt.

    The staff at the front desk were friendly and helpful; we’d love to come back again.

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    Prima camping met goede busverbinding naar centrum van Gent.

    Mooi gelegen aan het recreatiegebied met zwemmogelijkheid.

    Dit jaar voor de 3e keer geweest geloof ik, vroeger heette het Blaarmeersen.

    Mooie ruime kampeerplaatsen, het sanitair is goed, er is een nieuw toiletgebouw bijgebouwd.

    Toen wij er waren (half augustus 2026) zaten ze nog midden in een verbouwing, het restaurant en de receptie werden opnieuw gebouwd.

    Aardige en behulpzame mensen aan de receptie, we komen graag nog eens terug.

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  • 19 Aug 2026

    Great spot for campers, caravans, and camping.
    Transportation via the P+R service costs 0.15 euros per person for 48 hours, right outside the campground, to the main train station. Instructions—including a QR code on the campground map—are also great... It’s best to get off at St. Jacobs; from there, it’s just a good 5 minutes to the city center.

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    Super platz für camper, caravans, Glamping.
    Transport mit P+R Service 0,15 Euro pro Person für 48 Stunden direkt außerhalb des Platzes, bis Hauptbahnhof, Anweisungen wie ,ist ein QR Code auf der platz Karte,,auch Super... ambesten steigt man aus am sint. Jacobs, dan sit es nu gut 5 min bis stadt mitte

    Da sind auch zwei pizza Bäcker auf dem Platz.

    Auch sind leider die alten sanitar Gebäude mittlerweile am Ende, die neuen aber sind super ... aber anscheinend komt eine komplett neues checkin Gebäude und auch irgendwann neue saniert Gebäude an den alten Plätzen, sonst ist alles Ok..

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Frequently asked questions about Urban-Gardens Gent

  1. Does Urban Gardens Ghent have its own restaurant?

    At the glamping you will find Pizza Foodtruck Pausa for delicious authentic pizzas.

  2. How far is Urban Gardens Ghent from the beach?

    Less than 300m from the park is Blaarmeersen beach.

  3. How far is glamping in East Flanders from the city center of Ghent?

    The center of Ghent is 5 km from the glamping.

  4. Is Urban Gardens Ghent popular with families and young couples?

    Glamping Urban Garden Gent is great for young couples and families.

  5. What glamping types can be booked at Urban Garden Gent?

    Urban Gardens offers a choice of the 'Lodge' for 2 or 4 people, the 'Bivouac' for 2 or 4 people, the' Winter Glamping' or the 'Log Cabin'.

  6. Is there a swimming pool at this glamping near Ghent?

    Urban Garden Ghent does not have its own swimming pool, but there is plenty of swimming available at the Blaarmeersen recreation park.

  7. Where is Urban Gardens Ghent located?

    You can find Urban Gardens in East Flanders in Belgium,just outside the city center of Ghent.

  8. How far is the nearest supermarket?

    The nearest supermarket can be found 7 minutes away by car.

  9. What activities are available at glamping Urban Gardens Ghent?

    There are several play and relaxation areas at the glamping site.

  10. What activities are there to do around Urban Gardens Ghent?

    At sports and recreation park Blaarmeersen you can do many water sports activities as well as sports activities on the mainland. In addition, you can enjoy a relaxing beach day. Prefer to go into town? The center of Ghent is only 5 km away from the glamping.

  11. Is smoking allowed in the accommodation?

    Smoking in the accommodation is prohibited. However, smoking is allowed on the terrace.

  12. What is the distance to the nearest train station?

    Sint-Pieters Station Ghent is 4.7 km from the park.

  13. What are the check-in and check-out times for Urban-Gardens Gent?
    The check-in at Urban-Gardens Gent starts at 15:00. The checkout should be done before 11:00.
  14. Is Urban-Gardens Gent open all year round?
    Yes, Urban-Gardens Gent is open all year round.
  15. Is there a wifi at Urban-Gardens Gent?
    The park offers free wifi in the shared space(s).
  16. Is there a camping store at Urban-Gardens Gent?
    Yes, at Urban-Gardens Gent you'll find a bakery.
  17. Is there a bike rental facility at Urban-Gardens Gent?
    Yes, at Urban-Gardens Gent you'll find a bicycle rental.

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