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The Schoon Verdiep is located in the City Hall, which has a rich history. The City Hall is a Renaissance building, designed by the architect Cornelis Floris De Vriendt. It was built between 1561 and 1564. The name 'Schoon Verdiep' is a literal translation of the French 'bel-etage' (single floor). A bel-etage is the main floor of a building that is located on the first floor rather than the ground floor. The most evocative room in the Schoon Verdiep is 'The Mayor's Office'. This is the office of the Mayor of Antwerp. Striking features of this room include the beautiful mantelpiece, the gold leather wallpaper, and the portraits of former mayors. The 'Trouwzaal' (Wedding Room) is the largest room in the City Hall. For over 130 years, the people of Antwerp have exchanged vows here. Previously, the room served as a reception room for heads of state and governors. "De Wandelzaal" (The Walking Room) is a highly diverse space. Noteworthy features include the stained-glass windows and the large porcelain vases. The College Hall is where the city council meets. Eye-catching features of this room include the paintings, the balcony, and the beautiful carved wood mantelpiece. The city council meets in the Council Chamber. Here, the majority and opposition sit opposite each other, and debate the city's governance. Copper panels adorn the walls of the Council Chamber, listing the names of Antwerp's mayors over the centuries. The "Kleine Leyszaal" (Small Leys Room) now serves as the landing between the Leyszaal and the Wedding Hall, but was once a staircase to the ground floor. In 1861, painter Hendrik Leys was commissioned to create murals in "De Leyszaal." Together with city archivist Pieter Génard, he devised a truly unique scenario. Above the doors were placed portraits of dukes and princes who had granted Antwerp significant favors and liberties. The large scenes on the walls illustrate the city's acquired liberties before 1794. Receptions and gatherings are regularly held in the Leyszaal.

nature reserve for birds

A beautiful piece of history

See what Antwerp residents are proud of. A beautiful skyline at any time of day.

Simply a pleasant and beautiful passage along the Dijle, where whining and complaining won't help... Enjoy it here or stay put...

In the heart of Mechelen, the Botanical Garden has been a green oasis for centuries. Originally, in the Middle Ages, the site belonged to the Teutonic Order, which operated a Commandery and hospital there. In 1840, it became a botanical garden, first in the French style, later as an English landscape garden. Today, it is a beloved city park with ponds, a playground, an open-air stage, and the Dodoens Garden surrounding the statue of Mechelen botanist Rembert Dodoens. At the edge of the garden lies the historic mill house of the Volmolen (Fulling Mill), one of the last remnants of the mill complex on the Dijle River. The mill was used for fulling wool and regulating the water level. In 2010, after restoration, the building was given a new function as the charming Via Via Reiscafé (Via Via Travel Café). This part of Mechelen has thus become a harmonious place where nature, heritage, and relaxation converge.

A nice museum here

Vrijdagmarkt 22, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium