Figures in motion

154 km of cycle paths in our port – and still growing!
30 km extra cycle paths by 2029. We love to bike!
7 m euro invested in cycling infrastructure in Ghent.
1.6 mln invested by us in cycle paths in our Ghent’s port area.
25 % of Ghent employees already commute by bike.
20 ferry crossings a day between Vlissingen–Breskens.
700 k vehicles a year on Ghent/Langerbrugge ferry.

Pedal with pace

Cycling’s booming in our port. In Ghent, 1 in 4 already ride to work. It’s green, easy and often faster than you think. That’s why we’re adding new, safe bike lanes in Ghent and Zeeland. The obvious choice? Two wheels… and legs of steel!

Plan your bike route

Safe, smooth and comfy bike lanes keep growing – 30 km more by 2029! Cycle straight through the port and into the business clusters. Find your route fast or see where roadworks are happening.

Plan your route with Fietsnet

In Flanders and Zeeland you can easily map your route via Fietsnet.

Fietsnet

R4 works in Ghent: latest updates

25 km of new cycle lanes are being laid along R4-West and R4-East. For live navigation through these big works, head to the R4WO site.

R4WO

Mobility info Ghent

Want to dodge delays during the works? ‘Gent op weg’ shows all the mobility and access info you need.

To Gent op weg
Picture of the Grootdok in North Sea Port’s Ghent sub-area.
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By bus

Getting stranded? Not in our port. Buses get you fast from A to B – Zeeland or Ghent, no problem. The planners show you the quickest, smartest way.

  • Connexxion gets you moving in Vlissingen and Terneuzen. Timetable? Trip planner? Just tap the app.

  • Moovit is your compass for public transport in Vlissingen. Get step-by-step bearings from the nearest station or stop straight to your destination.

    Picture of an old harbour crane in the Vlissingen sub-area of North Sea Port.

  • Getting around Ghent? De Lijn’s your ride. Plan it hassle-free with their tool and jump on the bus.

Swift with the shuttle

Max Mobiel takes care of rides in the Ghent port. They group trips to workplaces and drop you straight at the door. Green, quick, and practical.

Max Mobiel

Carpool is cool

Carpooling keeps things green, cheap and cheerful. Share the journey and the bill, while parking safely at a carpool spot. See all options below.

Carpool Zeeland

Looking for a carpool site in Zeeland? All locations are clearly listed here.

To Carpoolworld

Carpool Vlaanderen

On Carpool.be you’ll quickly see where to park your car and join a shared ride.

To Carpool.be

Row, row, row your boat

Looking to cross by ferry? In Zeeland and Flanders, reliable ferry services sail you smoothly and safely to the other side. Check schedules and plan your trip via their sites.

Ghent: Langerbrugge ferry

Ghent: Langerbrugge ferry

This free ferry connects the shores of the Ghent–Terneuzen Canal. Perfect for staff and visitors making the crossing with ease!

To the ferry

Ghent: Terdonk ferry

Hop aboard the Terdonk ferry for an easy crossing. Free of charge, smooth passage every day for cyclists, walkers and motor traffic.

To the ferry

Vlissingen – Breskens ferry

The Westerschelde Ferry shuttles up to 20 times daily. Perfect for your commute! Plot your course and check the schedule online.

Check the timetable
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