Eddy Wally used to have his legendary show venue in the village-centre, called "Paris, Las Vegas".

The brewery produces Gulden Draak, a strong tripel ale.

You can also find historical things, like the 'Mottekasteel' and a collection of materials used in WWI at the (old) local government.

The village continued to be plagued by war until the early 18th century.

During the 19th century, Ertvelde started to industrialise and become a trade centre due to its location along the Ghent–Terneuzen Canal.