Food

Silent breakfast in the Sint-Baafsabdij

Sint-Baafsabdij, 9000 Gent Sunday, 4 October 2026

Looking to start the day differently? Historische Huizen Gent and Buren van de Abdij invite you to a silent breakfast inspired by the centuries-old tradition of Sint-Baafsabdij. We begin our unique experience by candlelight at 7:30 AM sharp to preserve the serenity. We do this in silence, just like the abbey’s former residents. After the first hour, we relax the strict rules…