Petit Sablon Park

This park is a historic urban garden designed in the Flemish neo-Renaissance style by Hendrik Beyaert. Established in the late 19th century, it includes bronze statues representing traditional trades, notable historical figures, and a central monument dedicated to the Counts of Egmont and Horne. The garden is arranged with symbolic flowerbeds that represent the Belgian provinces, creating a blend of art, history, and horticulture.

The park functions as a sculpture garden and city square, combining cultural heritage with a relaxing green space. Its setting is marked by elegant architecture and carefully curated artistic elements, making it a significant cultural landmark. The collection of statues and monuments reflects the city’s historical and artisanal traditions.

As a protected cultural heritage site, the park remains an outdoor space accessible to the public, offering a unique combination of historical monuments, artistic sculptures, and garden design that exemplifies late 19th-century Flemish neo-Renaissance aesthetics.