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The Top 20 Castles around Boechout

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from around Boechout. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 17, 2025

Het Steen

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Het Steen, the oldest building in Antwerp, was built between 1200 and 1225 as the gate of the Antwerp castle. It served as a prison until 1823 and later as …

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Fort Oelegem

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The fort was built between 1909 and 1914 to prevent an invasion. After 1918, the fort was rebuilt, its weapons replaced, and its ventilation and emergency exits were adapted.

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Sterckshof Castle

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Castle is no longer open to the public. There is a drinking place at the back. Located on the Rivierenhof which is also a beautiful park to walk in. The …

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Vrieselhof Castle

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In the valley of the Groot Schijn, where Antwerp ends and the Kempen begin, lies the impressively quiet castle domain of Vrieselhof. The silence is almost tangible. Due to a …

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Rivierenhof Castle

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With an area of more than 130 hectares, the Rivierenhof is one of the great green lungs of the city of Antwerp. Ideal for walkers, cyclists, joggers, petanquers and fishermen, …

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Hof Zevenbergen Castle and Grotto

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Hof Zevenbergen is a reflection and meeting center. On the domain is a recently built castle, surrounded by a moat and an extensive woodland garden. It is a place of …

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Hof ter Linden

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The castle is not open to the public. You can admire it along the winding walking paths around the park pond. 'Hof Ter Linden' was used by wealthy bourgeoisie as …

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Den Brandt Castle

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In the history of the domain there is mention of a farm, later a playhouse and around 1582 finally a court ten Brande. The current castle was founded in 1790 …

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Castle of 's-Gravenwezel

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The castle of 's-Gravenwezel was built in the 13th century. It has a park of 80 ha, and a double wall. The original construction date is unknown, but the castle …

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Fort 2, Wommelgem

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Tip: Every last Saturday of the month you can take a guided historical walk in Fort 2 (except in December). The meeting place is the waiting room in parking lot 1. The tour departs promptly at 2 p.m.

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Castle of Schoten

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Beautiful castle with detached falcon tower and beautiful park.

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The Top 20 Castles around Boechout

Het Steen

Fort Oelegem

Sterckshof Castle

Vrieselhof Castle

Rivierenhof Castle

Hof Zevenbergen Castle and Grotto

Hof ter Linden

Den Brandt Castle

Castle of 's-Gravenwezel

Fort 2, Wommelgem

Castle of Schoten

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