Historic castle domain cherished for tomorrow

Heritage care in practice! Look behind the walls of the castle of Westmalle and discover together with Stichting Kempens Landschap and Monumentenwacht how heritage is cherished today for tomorrow. How do you prepare an age-old castle for the future? Monumentenwacht Provincie Antwerpen and Stichting Kempens Landschap take you on a journey through the castle of Westmalle. From ancient bricks to impressive roof structures to historical wall coverings: every detail tells a special story. The theme of this Open Monumentendag ‘In good hands’ is therefore tailor-made for these organizations that have made the care of heritage and landscapes their mission. The castle park is freely accessible. For children, there is a fun scavenger hunt. The round building is partially accessible. Via a video, you get more info about the castle domain and heritage care in practice. Practical info: The first guided tour starts at 10:00. After that, a new group leaves every half hour. At 12:30 there is no tour (lunch break). The tour lasts about 1 hour (approx. 20 minutes outside, 15 minutes in the attic and 15 minutes in the interior). The last tour starts at 17:00. Participation is free, registration in advance is not necessary. Fancy a break? For a drink, pancake or ice cream, you can go to the catering stand of Ridder Muis Doe-Expo on the domain. Accessibility: The guided tour takes you via 77 steep and narrow stairs to the attic of the castle. As a result, this activity is less suitable for visitors who have difficulty walking. Good physical condition is recommended. Wear sturdy footwear