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Pétanque courts in Ghent

2 free-access pétanque courts listed in and around Ghent, from nearest to furthest from the centre.

The nearest one is 2.5 km from the centre. Only one is reported as lit. One is reported as wheelchair accessible. A defibrillator is listed within 500 m of one of them. Also known as boules court or pétanque pitch.

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List and directions

  • Pétanque court
    Free access · Compacted gravel · Lit
    Defibrillator 630 m Water 900 m    2.5 km
  • Pétanque court
    Not stated: check on site · Compacted gravel · Wheelchair access
    Defibrillator 350 m Water 260 m Toilets 680 m    3.1 km

At a glance

  • Free access confirmed by the source: 1 of 2
  • Lighting reported: 1 of 2
  • Wheelchair accessible (reported): 1 of 2
  • Defibrillator within 500 m: 1 of 2
  • Surfaces: Compacted gravel (2)

Good to know before you go

  • Never stand in front of the circle or in the line of a shot: a steel boule weighs several hundred grams.
  • Only throw when the lane is clear, including the gaps between neighbouring courts.
  • If others are waiting, offer to share the lane or hand it over when your game ends.

Read the full guide: pétanque courts →

FAQ

Where can I find a free pétanque court in Ghent?

Oukonjou lists 2 free-access pétanque courts in and around Ghent. The closest to the centre is 2.5 km away. On the map, “Near me” sorts the list by distance from where you are.

Are the pétanque courts in Ghent lit?

1 of 2 is reported as lit in the data. Check the lighting hours posted on site.

Is there a wheelchair-accessible pétanque court in Ghent?

Yes: 1 of 2 is reported as wheelchair accessible. The map's “Wheelchair accessible” filter shows it.

Do I need to book or pay?

No. The pétanque courts listed here are reported as free access: free of charge and no booking, within the rules posted on site (hours, age, sharing).

Where can I find other pétanque courts near Ghent?

In nearby towns: Brussels (50 km) and Antwerp (51 km).

Data updated on November 2, 2026