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Welcome 
to Mechelen

In summer, the city centre truly comes alive, 
buzzing with activity.

Discover our summer tips

Discover Mechelen’s carillon culture

Mechelen is proud to be home to no fewer than 6 carillons. The St Rumbold’s Tower alone houses 2 of them. Discover why Mechelen is the ultimate carillon city and immerse yourself in its rich carillon culture through carillon concerts, events and other unique experiences.

Relive the Mechelen glory period

Mechelen was the political heart of the Burgundian Netherlands 500 years ago. Under the rule of Margaret of Austria, the city grew into a vibrant centre of power, art and culture. Today, this rich period can still be felt throughout the city, with traces of it waiting to be discovered in many places.

Discover Mechelen with Sense-sations

Sense-sations is a booklet from Visit Mechelen containing vouchers for tastings of Mechelen specialties and discounts on attractions. You can buy it for €7 at the Visit Mechelen info office.