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Voykit pocket guide · Belgium
Sint-Martens-Latem
Spend half a day in Sint-Martens-Latem for its art museums and riverside walk; combine with Ghent or Deinze for a full day.
Sint-Martens-Latem is a small, affluent village southwest of Ghent, known for its art museums and leafy riverside setting. With no train station, it is reached by bus or bike from Ghent. A half‑day visit covers the two main museums and a stroll along the Leie; a full day is possible if you also explore Deurle's historic centre or play a round at the golf club.
- Country
- Belgium
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- Avoid
- Jul (museum closed mid‑month) and Dec–Jan (museum closed)
- Stay
- 0–1 (use Ghent or Deinze as base) nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- EUR
- Money
- Currency is the euro (EUR). Cards work widely; a few cafés, market stalls and toilets still want coins.
- Daily spend
- Budget €30–50 excl. accommodation · Mid €50–80 excl. accommodation · High €80+ excl. accommodation (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Proximus, Orange Belgium and Telenet/BASE; prepaid SIMs need ID registration.
- Emergency
- Police 101 · Fire and ambulance 112
- Plugs
- Types C, E · 230 V · 50 Hz · Same as France; UK and US plugs need adapters.
- Tipping
- Café: Round up.; Restaurant: Service included; add 5–10% for good service if you like.; Taxi: Round up.
- Water
- Tap water is safe, though many Belgians drink bottled; restaurants rarely serve free tap water.
- Toilets
- Often paid (€0.50–1) in stations and some cafés; carry coins.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fries with snacks (t Lekkerbekske) | €3–5 |
| Sushi set (Sapporo) | €12–20 |
| Meal at Auberge du Pêcheur | €25–45 |
| Bus ticket (De Lijn, single) | €2.50–3.00 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- GNE · Ghent Airport
- Domestic and limited European flights; bus to Sint‑Martens‑Latem about 20 min
- BRU · Brussels Airport
- International hub; train to Ghent (≈30 min) then bus to Sint‑Martens‑Latem
Typical fares
- Ghent ↔ Sint‑Martens‑Latem (De Lijn)
- about €3 each way, 15 min (check)
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
No public transport inside the village; walk or rent a bike. De Lijn buses connect Ghent and Deinze to the centre (check timetable).
See and do
Known for
- Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens
- Museum Gevaert-Minne
- Historic village centre of Deurle
- Royal Latem Golf Club
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Ghent | De Lijn bus from Sint‑Martens‑Latem to Ghent, about 15 min | ≈30 min total |
| Deinze | De Lijn bus, about 10 min | ≈20 min total |
Sleep
- Ghent
- Closest city with hotels; 15‑min bus ride to Sint‑Martens‑Latem.
- Deinze
- Small town with guesthouses; 10‑min bus ride.
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | Excuseer / Pardonexcuseer / pardon |
| Thank you | Dank udank u |
| How much is it? | Hoeveel kost het?hoeveel kost het |
| Where is the bus stop? | Waar is de bushalte?waar is de bushalte |
| Can I pay by card? | Kan ik met kaart betalen?kan ik met kaart betalen |
| Where is the toilet? | Waar is het toilet?waar is het toilet |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Handshake; one cheek kiss among friends (three in some places); avoid: Overfamiliarity with strangers
- Language: English or the local language; avoid: French in Flanders, or Dutch in Wallonia, as a default
- Punctuality: Be on time; avoid: Late arrivals for dinner reservations
- Conversation: Food, beer, football and cycling; avoid: Flemish-Walloon politics unless invited
Scams and watch-outs
- No tourist office in Sint‑Martens‑Latem; info is in Deinze.
- Museum Gevaert‑Minne closed second half of July and Dec–Jan.
- Bus timetables only in Dutch; verify times before travel.
Generally safe; watch for bike traffic on narrow streets and keep an eye on personal belongings in busy bus stations.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Sint-Martens-Latem yet. Suggested stay: 0–1 (use Ghent or Deinze as base) nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens
- Museum Gevaert-Minne
- Historic village centre of Deurle
- Royal Latem Golf Club
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Wikidata – Sint-Martens-Latem: www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q123456
- De Lijn – bus timetables: www.delijn.be/nl/gemeenten/gemeente/sint-martens-latem#lijnen
- Wikivoyage: Sint-Martens-Latem, revision 5334098 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5334098
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/sint-martens-latem). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.