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Vrijbroekpark

About

Vrijbroekpark is a lush 75‑hectare green domain on the western edge of Mechelen, offering a peaceful escape from the city. Known for its beautifully maintained landscapes, the park features winding paths, broad lawns, tranquil ponds, and a remarkable variety of plant collections, including its award‑winning rose garden, which has earned international recognition for its excellence. Visitors can explore themed gardens filled with dahlias, cannas, peonies, and herbs, or wander through the willow collection that reflects an older cultural landscape. The park is designed for relaxation and recreation alike, with playgrounds, sports areas, and inviting terraces that make it ideal for families and nature lovers. Open from sunrise to sunset, Vrijbroekpark blends horticultural beauty with a welcoming atmosphere, creating a vibrant natural retreat just minutes from Mechelen’s historic centre.

Mechelen Belgium
Vrijbroekpark
Location

Vrijbroekpark (Provinciaal Groendomein Vrijbroekpark) is located at Ridder Dessainlaan 65, 2800 Mechelen, on the northeastern outskirts of the city centre, spanning over 50 hectares of green space ideal for walking, sports, and relaxation. From here, it's a pleasant 15-20 minute stroll or short drive to Mechelen’s historic core, including Grote Markt with its town hall and St. Rumbold’s Cathedral, Brusselpoort gate, Dyle Path riverside walks, Vismarkt square, Kazerne Dossin Memorial museum, Brouwerij Het Anker, and pedestrian streets lined with shops, cafés, and landmarks like Church of Our Lady across the Dyle—all within the city's compact layout.

Museum Hof van Busleyden Museum Hof van Busleyden Museum Kazerne Dossin – Memorial Kazerne Dossin – Memorial Museum Speelgoedmuseum Speelgoedmuseum Museum Het Kunstuur Mechelen Het Kunstuur Mechelen Museum Het Zotte Kunstkabinet Het Zotte Kunstkabinet Museum Technopolis Mechelen Technopolis Mechelen Museum Municipal Theater Mechelen Municipal Theater Mechelen Theatre ARSENAL / LAZARUS ARSENAL / LAZARUS Theatre St. Rumbold’s Cathedral St. Rumbold’s Cathedral Cathedral Church of Our Lady-Across-the-Dyle Church of Our Lady-Across-the-Dyle Church Church of Our Lady of Hanswijk Church of Our Lady of Hanswijk Church Church of St. Peter and St. Paul Church of St. Peter and St. Paul Church Begijnhofkerk Begijnhofkerk Church Church of Our Lady of Leliendaal Church of Our Lady of Leliendaal Church Church of St. Catherine Church of St. Catherine Church Grote Markt Mechelen Grote Markt Mechelen Square Dijlepad Dijlepad Tourist attractions Vismarkt Vismarkt Tourist attractions Brusselpoort Brusselpoort Museum De Vlietenkelder De Vlietenkelder Tourist attractions Kruidtuin Kruidtuin Park Palace of Margaret of Austria Palace of Margaret of Austria Historical Landmark Aartsbisschoppelijk Paleis Aartsbisschoppelijk Paleis Palace Kasteel Hof ter Linden Kasteel Hof ter Linden Castle Kasteel de Borght Kasteel de Borght Castle Zoo Planckendael Zoo Planckendael Zoo