Ghent Car-Free Day, September 6, 2026: Getting to Capitole Gent
On Sunday, September 6, 2026, the area around Capitole Gent will be closed to motorized traffic from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM for Ghent Car-Free Day. If you're attending La Dame en Noir by Isabelle Beernaert (starting at 3:00 PM) at Capitole Gent that day, plan to arrive by public transportation, on foot, or by bike — the venue itself is located inside the closed zone.
What does this mean for my visit to Capitole Gent?
On Sunday, September 6, 2026, the area around Woodrow Wilsonplein, Koning Albertpark (Zuidpark), the B401, and Jules De Bruyckerdreef will be closed to motorized traffic from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Capitole Gent is located inside this closed zone. If you plan to drive to La Dame en Noir by Isabelle Beernaert that day, you will not be able to reach the venue by car.
How do I get to Capitole Gent by public transportation?
- From Gent-Sint-Pieters station: tram 1 or tram 3 toward Zuidpark.
- From Gent-Dampoort station: bus 33, 70, 71, 76, 77, or 78 toward the event zone.
Can I still drive?
Not all the way to Capitole Gent. Park at a Park & Ride location on the edge of the city and continue to the venue by public transportation.
Can I take a taxi?
Yes. Taxis continue to operate normally during Ghent Car-Free Day and are allowed to enter the closed zone at walking speed.
Does the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) still apply that day?
Yes, Capitole Gent is located within Ghent's Low Emission Zone at all times. If you're still driving that day for another reason, check in advance whether your vehicle is permitted to enter the LEZ.