Situated near Ghent and along the river Leie St-Martens-Latem is since more than 100 years an artist's village.
Writers,poets,musicians,composers they all love(d) to live here.
But above all sculptors and painters found here inspiration.The famous "Latemse school" was born here.
At several spots in the village sculptures are almost permanently exposed.
In the woods you can find the"Royal Golf" and numerous villas on large grounds.
Through the landscape a lazy river,the Leie,is meandering and it's a pleasure to cruise there slowly and watch the beautiful gardens and manors.
Cosy taverns and restaurants are here and there in this quiet region.