Activities
Welcome to Mechelen, the city that embraces you with its ancient charm and modern vibrancy. Between the cobblestone streets and historic facades, Mechelen exudes a unique atmosphere of history and conviviality. Discover all there is to see in and around our city!
Cycling
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The villages that surround our Dijle city each have their own identity: from picturesque village squares, to restful hiking and biking areas, to Burgundian farming communities. Here you will discover what typifies the villages and what the must-sees are.
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Staying overnight on a cycling holiday? That's possible here too!
The route to Santiago de Compostella passes in front of our door and the iconic Art Cities Route also passes by Mechelen.
What we can offer:
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Covered bicycle parking out of sight
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Possibility of recharging
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Possibility to repair
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Drying of clothing
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Extensive breakfast to recharge your batteries!
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Bicycle routes from the neighbourhood at your disposal
St. Rombouts Tower
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The St. Rombouts Tomer The St. Rombouts Tower offers you a total experience: both the skywalk on top of the 97 m high Tower, and the ascent to it guarantee a unique experience.
Technopolis
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At Technopolis, you can ground an airplane yourself, take a nap on a bed of nails or ride a bike on a cable five meters high. It's a hands-on center where curiosity seekers from 4 to 104 discover all about science and technology. Find more info here.
Planckendael
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The world of ZOO Planckendael offers you so much more than a day full of fun. For tickets and info click here.
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Toy museum
Our rich collection takes a look at the play and toy culture of the past and present and shows how the rest of the world plays! With your magic wand at the ready, explore the museum. Do you possess enough magic power to magically bring the toys to life? Click here for more info.
De gouden kooi
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Belgium's most awarded escape rooms can be found in Mechelen! At the Gouden Kooi you will experience Escape Games in different ways. In a room via the Escape Games, If it may be a bit more you choose an Escape Experience or if you prefer to be outside choose the Escape walk!
You can find The Gouden Kooi at 2 locations in the centre of Mechelen. More info can be found here.
Visit a brewery
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Visit 1 of the breweries in Mechelen:
° Brewery Het Anker
° Brewery Misty Moon
° Brewery Karrelees
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Churches in Mechelen
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Discover the rich history of no fewer than eight historic churches in Mechelen. Be guided by an exceptional walking guide exceptional walking guide that allows you to visit the churches at your own pace and in several stages.
Visit Mechelen
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Because the offer is always renewed, I would like to direct you to the Visit Mechelen website. Here you can find all activities in and around Mechelen with the most up-to-date information! www.visit.mechelen.be
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Botanical garden
Meise
De geschiedenis van Plantentuin Meise gaat meer dan 200 jaar terug. Met 92 hectare planten is de Plantentuin een van de
The history of Meise Botanic Garden goes back more than 200 years. With 92 hectares of plants, the botanic garden is one of the largest in the world. Here, plants play the leading role.
Stroll through our gardens and collections full of wonder. Admire the tropical plants in the Plant Palace, discover the history of the domain in Bouchout Castle or immerse yourself in the world of wood in the WOODab.
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You can find more info here.
