What to order at Marijn Coertjens Chocolatier and Patissier

Must order
Seasonal praline gift box: six pieces, flavours announced weekly on Instagram, always unexpected.
Editor tip
Near the Gravensteen; pair a shop visit with a castle tour and a Patershol dinner.
CuisineBakery
Price€€
Neighborhoodpatershol
HoursTue-Sat 07:30-18:00; Sun 07:30-13:00; Mon closed
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Must order: Seasonal praline gift box: six pieces, flavours announced weekly on Instagram, always unexpected.

Tip: Near the Gravensteen; pair a shop visit with a castle tour and a Patershol dinner.

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Location

Address: Burgstraat 151, 9000 Gent, Ghent

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