The Top 20 Castles around Zemst
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 Zemst. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Zemst. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 28, 2025
Het Steen or the Rubens Castle
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Once a sturdy motte castle from the 11th century, Het Steen grew into a beautiful Renaissance castle that played a key role in the defense of Brabant against the Mechelaars …
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The Prinsen Castle
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The Prinsenkasteel was the residence of the Lords of Grimbergen from the 14th century. Its ruins are located in the Prinsenbos, south of the center of the Belgian municipality of Grimbergen.
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Zellaer Castle
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The history of Kasteeldomein Zellaer probably goes back to at least the 13th century. At that time, there was a moated castle on the spot where the current castle now …
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Laeken Castle
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Laeken Castle, built in 1782, is surrounded by a large 120 ha park. The residence then bore the name of Schonenberg. Under Napoleon, Schonenberg became a military headquarters, and even …
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Beautiful view of Hof te Melis
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Beautiful view of the castle Hof te Melis from the road Kasteeldreef.
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