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A gem in the Antwerp province, near the small Gestel village, Rameyen Castle is an ancient edifice reported to have existed in the 14th Century with a fortified keep that went back as early as the 13th Century. Today, the castle houses the Claartje de Gruyter Gallery which has beautiful displays of antique furniture and tapestry, not just from the castle but from around the world.

Sint-Andrieskerk, or St. Andrew's Church, is one of Antwerp's lesser known historical monuments, but is nonetheless an architectural and artistic jewel. The church was originally constructed in the 16th Century, and boasts an architectural design that blends together Gothic and Baroque styles. Inside its revered walls you will encounter rare and magnificent art works, most notable of which is the 18th-century high alter, the elegant pulpit and a regal alabaster monument of the enigmatic Mary, Queen of Scots. Richly inlaid with artworks that span the centuries, Sint-Andrieskerk is truly a haven for all those who delight in fine art. Stop by to say a silent prayer, or to simply bask in the glorious beauty of this wondrous church. Inside you will also find a small museum that chronicles the history of the church and the parish it serves. Sint-Andrieskerk is closed to visitors during religious services. Call ahead to book a group tour of the church.

The municipalities of Meer, Meerle, Meersel-Dreef, Minderhout and Wortel together form Hoogstraten. The municipality derives its name from 'hoge straat' (meaning high road), which was mostly frequented by soldiers and people from the army. It is most popular for the annual cyclo-cross race event, The Vlaamse Aardbeiencross which is organized every February.

Venerating Saint Rumbold whose relics are preserved here, the St. Rumbold's Cathedral in Mechelen is an iconic religious site visited by many. The Gothic building consists of an ornate hall and a high turret known as the Saint Rumbold’s Tower. The interior of the church is decorated with stained glass and colorful paintings and sculptures while the tower, with its 49 bells, was designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The view from the tower's skywalk, which reaches till the Atomium in the city of Brussel on a clear day is definitely worth the arduous climb up of 538 steps.

The Royal Palace of Laeken is the official residence of the Belgian royal family. although it is technically not the official Royal Palace of Brussels. This massive palace was built between 1782-1784 for the Hapsburgs of Austria. Once Belgium gained its independence, the palace became the residence of King Leopold I, and has remained as the residence since then. The palace is situated on the grounds of the large private Royal Domain of Laeken park. The palace itself is not open to the public, although it is still quite impressive to behold. Every spring the palace greenhouses are opened for three weeks, during which visitors can tour the grounds and marvel at the magnificent architecture.

Im Zentrum der Altstadt findet man den pittoresken Großen Markt von Antwerpen. Dieser Platz wird vom in Renaissance-Stil gebauten Rathaus dominiert, und rundherum reihen sich prächtige Gildehäuser mit Treppengiebeln und vergoldeten Ornamenten und Bildern aneinander. In einem dieser Häuser befindet sich die bekannte Taverne Den Engel. In der Mitte des Platzes sieht man den Brabo-Brunnen, der aus dem späten 19. Jahrhundert stammt und den das Denkmal des Römers Silvius Brabo ziert, der Antwerpen vor dem Riesen Druon rettete. In einem der zahlreichen Straßencafés kann man ein frisches belgisches Bier genießen oder eine Brüsseler Waffel kosten. Himmlisch.