More travelers use public transport to Ghent.
The Gent Festival had 1.5 million visitors. Organizers say it is hard to control the crowds. The festival is important in Belgium.
The annual Ghent Festivities attracted a large number of people. Many used public transport to get to the festival. Public transport use went up, even though the total number of visitors was slightly lower. This shows people still want to attend the festival. Organizers are planning for next year and say crowd control is a key problem.
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Highlights
Gent Festival Attracted 1.5 Million
The Gent Festival welcomed 1.5 million visitors.
Crowd Control is Key
Organizers face challenges with crowd control next year.
Public Transport Increased
More people used public transport to the festival.
Shift in Travel Habits
Public transport usage rose despite fewer overall visitors.
Festival Remains Popular
The Ghent Festivities continue to attract many people.