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Saint Bavo Cathedral

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St Bavo's Cathedral in Ghent
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The name St Baafs Cathedral has been used since 942.

The cathedral has been restored and rebuilt several times over the years. Nowadays, it no longer holds masses, but you can look inside.

Opening times

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Monday	10:00–17:00
Tuesday	10:00–17:00
Wednesday	10:00–17:00
Thursday	10:00–17:00
Friday	10:00–17:00
Saturday	10:00–17:00
Sunday	13:00–17:00

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Saint Bavo Cathedral

Coordinates

51.052986, 3.727185

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51°03'10.7"N 3°43'37.9"E

UTM

31U 550967 5655968

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