Deurle Attractions
The small village of Deurle on the Leie, 12km/8miles southwest of Ghent, consists of villas in the middle of gardens and parks. There are three interesting art museums dedicated to the various members of the Sint-Martens-Latem School.
The Ghent painter Gust de Smet (1877-1943) lived in Deurle from 1935 onwards. His house and studio have been maintained in their original condition.
Léon, the brother of Gust de Smet, (1881-1966), also lived in Deurle. His house has been reconstructed with his furniture and possessions.
Boats leave from the Recolettenlei at the Law Courts for Deurle and back.
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