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The funfair takes place in the city centre on the Graanmarkt.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Ninove station (700m walk)

- by bus - bus stop Graanmarkt

By car:

- Venue: Graanmarkt

Parking facilities:

- Mallaardparking 2 car park

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