Nature in the city
The parks, gardens and waterways in Mechelen city centre offer a welcome breathing space, where the tranquil beauty of nature blends harmoniously with the historical backdrop. Whether you stroll through the sumptuous gardens of the Hof van Busleyden or soak up the healing atmosphere of the Botanical Gardens, every green resting place in Mechelen tells its own story.
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Botanical gardenThe Botanical Garden or 'Botanique' is steeped in history. From the Middle Ages this green oasis was the garden of the former 'commanderij van Pitzemburg', order of knights.
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Garden of Hof van Busleyden MuseumThe Hof van Busleyden was the sixteenth-century home of Hiëronymus van Busleyden, a humanist and good friend of Erasmus of Rotterdam.
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Saint Martin’s GardenTake a stroll around the garden, seeking out nooks and crannies and keeping an eye open for the ingenious plan view of this recently constructed oasis.
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Carmelitan GardenYou'll find fewer places more conducive to rest and relaxation than this former convent garden, a green oasis in the centre of Mechelen!
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Garden Oh!Discover the lovely green park at the Entrepreneurs' House
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St. Rumbold's Churchyard ParkHere you can chill out, while enjoying the imposing view of St Rumbold's Tower.
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Silent Garden Archiepiscopal PalaceWith the emphasis on silence, this little oasis right under St Rumbold’s Tower is just the place to switch off the technology and unwind.
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Supping on the DyleIf it's a fun challenge you're after, then supping (stand-up paddle boarding) is for you! Paddle your way along the River Dyle on a paddle board and discover Mechelen from...
