Aardenburg is a small city close to the Dutch border with Belgium.

In the Sint-Baafskerk, (Saint Bavo's Church), Aardenburg houses the most complete example of the Scheldegotiek, the characteristic Gothic architecture of the Scheldt.

On June 25-26 1672 it was the French tried to take over but the citizens resisted bravely Until January 1, 1995, Aardenburg was a separate municipality.

The name of the gate recalls Aardenburg's former harbour, the site of which is now dominated by a bank.

The blue banner decorating the Kaaipoort in this picture is a temporary embellishment, celebrating the carnival that precedes Lent.