EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 8 MIN
Gravensteen: Castle of the Counts
from Relaxing Facts · host Chad K
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we talk about Gravensteen, the Castle of the Counts. It is a medieval castle in Ghent built in 1180 by Philip of Alsace. Once a fortress, residence, courthouse, and prison, it was later restored and preserved. Today, it is one of Belgium’s best-known castles and offers visitors a glimpse into medieval life and history. So sit back, unwind, and enjoy these relaxing facts set to soothing background music.Music by Piotr Witowski via Pixabay
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk about Gravensteen, the Castle of the Counts. It is a medieval castle in Ghent built in 1180 by Philip of Alsace. Once a fortress, residence, courthouse, and prison, it was later restored and preserved. Today, it is one of Belgium’s best-known castles and offers visitors a glimpse into medieval life and history. So sit back, unwind, and enjoy these relaxing facts set to soothing background music. Music by Piotr Witowski via Pixabay
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