Dendermonde is a small city on the banks of the Dender River in East Flanders, Belgium. It is located about 25 km east of Brussels. The city is best known for its impressive Romanesque cathedral, the St. Bavo's Cathedral, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is also home to the Dendermonde Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to the 10th century. The city is home to a small historic center, with narrow streets and traditional Belgian houses. There are also a few good restaurants and bars in the city, and a few parks along the river.