Willemsfonds walk with visit to Rose Gardens in Vrijbroekpark Mechelen

On Sunday, June 21, we explore with the Willemsfonds Putte Beerzel de Rozentuinen of the Vrijbroekpark in Mechelen. Immerse yourself in a colorful splendor in the gardens of the 65 ha large Provinciaal Groendomein Vrijbroekpark and let yourself be seduced by the scents and colors of the thousands of roses in the various rose gardens and enjoy the unique beauty of the summer gardens with their colorful dahlias, callas, cannas, and other plants. Also, don't forget to visit the eco-top garden and the willow wilderness, a unique piece of historical landscape in the park. Who? members and non-members When and where? Sunday, June 21, 2026. We meet at 2:00 PM at the 'squirrel' parking lot on the edge of the park. The parking lot has no address, but it is directly opposite Mechelseweg 60, 2800 Mechelen. Click here for the route description (Google Maps). The route to the parking lot is indicated with signposts. From the parking lot, follow the adventurous squirrel path and 200m later you are in the park. Next to the bridges are playful little bridges for the children. Or choose the paved route of 400m along the bike path of the Hombeeksesteenweg and the Potaardestraat. Preferably use this parking lot and please do not park in the surrounding streets What can you expect? The walk is a good 6 km (incl. the rose walk), so this is feasible for everyone. For the enjoyers, we will raise a glass after the walk at a location in Mechelen. Suggestions are welcome. With warm Willemsfondsgroeten Leo Saliën – chairman Paul Van Hoof – secretary Fons Vekemans, Nadia Panken, Cindy Leers, Dorette De Moor, Denise Bogaerts, André Ceulemans – board members