In the northeast of Ghent, on the Schipperskaai, De Nieuwe Dokken is growing steadily. The new sustainable district is being built with an eye to the future and also offers a view of the glistening water and the Ghent skyline. Thanks to the Bataviabrug, you can reach the center of Ghent in no time, either on foot or by bike.
The New Docks - Neighborhood with a new, fresh face
The New Docks give the northeast of Ghent a completely new impetus. It is not only thanks to the greenery and water that the area is revived, the various public facilities also play an important role here. Promenades, green neighborhood parks and playgrounds where children can play to their hearts' content... Do you prefer shopping? Then thanks to the many pedestrian and bicycle bridges, you'll be in Ghent's city center in no time.
Sustainable future
Not only are The New Docks brand new, they are also working towards a sustainable future, taking new initiatives into account. Heat and energy will be used very efficiently and traffic and transport will also be examined.
Moreover, The New Docks will also be an extremely green project. In addition to parks and complete green neighborhoods, some of the homes will also have private or communal gardens, and there will even be roof gardens. Do you dream of growing your own fruit and vegetables? That too will be possible at De Nieuwe Dokken. Together with Roof Food, a pioneer in urban agriculture, vegetable gardens will be laid out. On the roofs of the new residential buildings, 5-meter-high trees will be installed.
The New Docks will feature several new construction projects including Ladies & Gentlemen, Tournesol and the Bolders Quay.
Sustainable future
Did you know that The New Docks are the place to be for start-ups and other hip businesses and concepts? Already several new companies are located there. Here they get the freedom to do business and get inspiration from each other. Here, entrepreneurs have an inspiring indoor and outdoor environment at their disposal.
Ghent, a wise investment
Ghent as a city has much to offer, and that both for its residents and tourists. Especially the rich history about which there is to learn and experience makes this city extremely unique. But what many lose sight of is that for many, Ghent is also "the city of student memories. Student memories that have an impact and ensure that young people stay in the city even after their studies. And those young people are of course massively looking for affordable housing ...
The second largest city in Flanders
Of Ghent's 260,000 residents today, over 60% are between the ages of 18 and 65. This indicates that Ghent is a particularly young city, all too often craving new, hip and contemporary concepts. Consequently, Ghent has a strong economy. As a result, more and more start-ups are establishing themselves there and there is a higher employment rate. More and more wealthy two-income earners are also settling in the young city.
It is predicted that the capitalization and also rejuvenation of the residents of Ghent City will only continue in the coming years.
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