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What to expect
Vrijbroek Park is a 50-hectare park situated on the outskirts of Mechelen, ideal for walking, playing football, or reading. The park features a magnificent rose garden with over 100 different species of roses, which was granted the 'Award of Garden Excellence' by the World Federation of Rose Societies in 2003. The park also has a playground, a brasserie, and a large car park, making it a great place for families to visit. Additionally, the park has a unique urban atmosphere, impressive street art, and fascinating fauna and flora, as well as a hiking trail that leads to the ruins of a ghost hotel. The park is partly accessible by wheelchair and allows pets
Plan your family visit to the Vrijbroekpark with these blog insights 👇
Mechelen: Belgium's hidden gem
Activities: We walked to the Vrijbroekpark and found the Montessori playground, with slides, climbing structures, water games and small wooden houses. We also visited the rose garden
Highlights: It offers a great variety of atmospheres, with wooded paths and immense lawns. The place was really magical, with arches covered with climbing roses or light foliage ✨