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Bornem Castle
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VISITFLANDERS
August 24, 2020
Cycling
Bornem Castle – also known as Marnix de Sainte-Aldegonde Castle – is a true fairytale castle. Its charming turrets, winding side wings, and steep gabled roofs are equally impressive. The interior is also impressive: Inside, you'll experience exquisite furnishings with 18th-century paintings and engravings, and in the carriage house, you can admire 40 historic carriages.
You can visit the castle every year on August 15th, the last two Sundays in August, and the first two Sundays in September.
You can visit the castle every year on August 15th, the last two Sundays in August, and the first two Sundays in September.
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Dominiek Van Dooren
July 31, 2024
Cycling
For individual visits:
From 1 April to 30 September and during school holidays
Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The castle and the castle garden are only accessible with a guide
Reservations are recommended
(kasteelvanbornem.be/bezoek/)
From 1 April to 30 September and during school holidays
Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The castle and the castle garden are only accessible with a guide
Reservations are recommended
(kasteelvanbornem.be/bezoek/)
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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën
January 27, 2026
Hiking
The castle was built by the Spanish nobleman Don Pedro Coloma and still exudes its former grandeur.
Philippe de Marnix, Lord of Sainte Aldegonde, was the right-hand man of Prince William of Orange. He played a key role during the siege and fall of Antwerp in 1585 while mayor of the city. He is also mentioned as a possible author of the Wilhelmus, the Dutch national anthem.
Philippe de Marnix, Lord of Sainte Aldegonde, was the right-hand man of Prince William of Orange. He played a key role during the siege and fall of Antwerp in 1585 while mayor of the city. He is also mentioned as a possible author of the Wilhelmus, the Dutch national anthem.
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