I was in Ghent for a week about a couple of years ago in
November. It's a lovely city, but around 6pm the streets
are empty and the shops are closed and before midnight
all of the "late night" places are closed. Kind of
depressing, but lovely in it's own unique way. :)
The chapel and castle are nice places to visit if you
like the tourist attractions. Very nice view of the city
from the castle's tower.