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The core of Horst Castle probably dates back to the 13th century and is characterised by a square keep. The keep probably belonged to the oldest core that was further expanded into a fortified castle in the 15th century. During the troubles under Maximilian of Austria in 1489, the castle of Horst was taken by the people of Leuven and set on fire. According to literary sources, only the keep, part of the entrance gate and a defensive wall remained standing. The residential and east wing were renovated and expanded in the 16th century. The round tower also dates from this period. The outer wall was provided with a rectangular bay window. The castle lost its military character and became more of a pleasant residential area with a view of the moat, the ponds and the inner courtyard. Brick construction with sandstone layers characterise these buildings. In 1587, however, the castle was set on fire again during the raids of the Geuzen. It was not until the beginning of the 17th century that restoration work began. It is difficult to deduce from the available sources to what extent this involved restoration or an embellishing conversion of the castle complex. Presumably nothing changed in the internal structure, but only after the structurally necessary repairs were the interiors completely refinished. Maria-Anna Van den Tympel had a new chapel built against the keep in the 17th century. At the beginning of the 19th century, the complex must have been damaged by plundering and neglect, and it is possible that it also suffered from plundering during the Brabant Revolution of 1830. Around 1850, the castle must have been habitable again, but the castle buildings only served as a farm. In the land registry, the site around the castle is called "De Notelaren Boomgaerd". Around that time, the most dilapidated part must have been demolished, namely the southern part and the superstructure of the gate. The rest of the complex was probably restored with reused demolition material and in traditional style. The castle was divided in 1880, with one part being registered as a school house. In 1897, a further division followed, with two plots being designated as houses. Several restoration campaigns followed in the 20th century. Inventory of Immovable Heritage: Horst Castle, https://id.erfgoed.net/erfgoedobjecten/43619

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Since December, there has been a spire on the castle again after the unstable spire was removed more than four years ago and could be viewed on a wooden platform in the pond. Now it is back. And the other works are also progressing quickly. More about the replaced spire on https://www.vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/2024/12/10/torenspits-staat-weer-op-kasteel-van-horst-holsbeek/

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A beautiful photo opportunity of, and on the tower. You must have been there once to enjoy the unique view of the hills of the Hageland.

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The Leuven town hall is usually identified with the richly decorated late Gothic wing on the Grote Markt. However, this is part of a larger complex that covers the entire block between the Grote Markt, Naamsestraat, Muntstraat and Boekhandelstraat. The various parts of the complex are arranged around a courtyard, the Vrijthof. On the east side is the oldest part of the town hall complex: the rear house, built by Sulpitius van Vorst and Jan II Keldermans between 1439 and 1445. The famous wing on the Grote Markt is the front house, built from 1448 to 1469 under the direction of Matthijs de Layens. The attached conservation house on the Naamsestraat was built in 1461. The southern half of the complex consists of more recent additions. On the Naamsestraat extends the Deanery of the Cloth Weavers, built in 1680 after the university had completely occupied the old cloth hall. The wing on the Muntstraat dates from 1938. The police station on the Grote Markt and Boekhandelstraat was built as a corps de garde in 1821-1822. Inventory of Immovable Heritage: City Hall of Leuven, https://id.erfgoed.net/erfgoedobjecten/42150

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The Vlooybergtoren is a tourist attraction on the Pastoriestraat in the Flemish Brabant municipality of Tielt-Winge. The lookout tower is located on the Vlooyberg, with its eighty meters one of the highest witness hills in the Hageland, which on clear days offers a view up to the cooling towers of Vilvoorde and the headframe of the coal mine of Beringen.

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For those who have traded in their horse for a steel steed. Information boards and such on site.

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Leuven's town hall is generally identified with the richly decorated late Gothic wing on the Grote Markt. However, this wing is part of a larger complex that covers the entire block between the Grote Markt, Naamsestraat, Muntstraat, and Boekhandelstraat. The various parts of the complex are arranged around a courtyard, the Vrijthof. On the east side stands the oldest part of the town hall complex: the rear house, built by Sulpitius van Vorst and Jan II Keldermans between 1439 and 1445. The famous wing on the Grote Markt is the front house, built from 1448 to 1469 under the direction of Matthijs de Layens. The attached conservatory on Naamsestraat was built in 1461. The southern half of the complex consists of more recent additions. Along Naamsestraat extends the Deanery of the Cloth Weavers, built in 1680 after the university had completely occupied the old cloth hall. The wing on Muntstraat dates from 1938. The police station on Grote Markt and Boekhandelstraat was built as a corps de garde in 1821-1822. Inventory of Immovable Heritage: Leuven City Hall, https://id.erfgoed.net/erfgoedobjecten/42150

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The Oude Markt may have been known for decades - and longer - for its many drinking and eating establishments - and as the heart of Leuven's nightlife - it is also literally the 'old market' in the literal sense. The Oude Markt was traditionally the market centre of the city. Since the 12th century, the first town hall was located there, with the Brood- en Korenhuis and the Lakenhalle nearby. When the current town hall was built by Mathieu de Layens in the middle of the 15th century and a new square, the "cleyn mercte", was constructed opposite the Sint-Pieterskerk, the first square was named "Grote Markt". It was only in the 16th century that there was talk of "old market", while the more recent "cleyn mercte" was rather illogically renamed Grote Markt. The Oude Markt is successively still sporadically mentioned as Graanmarkt and Parademarkt or Wapenplaats, as it was also used for military display Inventory of Immovable Heritage: Oude Markt, https://id.erfgoed.net/themas/1040

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At the top of the "tower" various signs help you identify what exactly you can see in the distance. Among the various places that are indicated and that you can see, depending on the conditions (more in the photos): the cooling towers of Vilvoorde at 34.5 kilometers, the mine slag heaps of Beringen at 27.5 kilometers, the castle of Horst at 6 kilometers, and Cargill in Herent at 16.8 kilometers. Of course you can see more than that, if the weather is good and even more if you have binoculars with you.

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Park Abbey in autumn.

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Supposedly the longest pub mile in Europe.

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Impressive square in Leuven, dominated by the town hall.

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Here we enter the Park Abbey heritage site with a story that began centuries ago in 1129. The Premonstratensians have inhabited the domain since then to this day. The site has been beautifully preserved and restored and is buzzing with activity. The building complex, including a tithe barn, a coach house, farm buildings and a guest quarters, is located amid green meadows and water. PARCUM, the Museum and expertise center for religious art and culture, is highly recommended. You will learn more about the impressive abbey history and you will also discover hidden heritage from churches, abbeys and monasteries. In Brasserie De Abdijmolen you can enjoy delicious food and the view of the ponds in the restored water mill. Who knows, during your passage you may be treated to the chimes of the Peace Carillon, the world's largest musical instrument located in the church tower of Park Abbey.

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Leuven's Grote Markt is one of the oldest and most historic places in the city. The square has existed in its current form since the 14th century, when the Catholic University of Leuven was founded. Most of the buildings on the square were built in Brabant Gothic, including the monumental town hall. Other notable buildings on the Grote Markt are the Tafelrond and the Collegiate St. Peter's Church. The square is a busy tourist spot in Leuven, but is traffic-free.

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Very nice, full of restaurants and bars. Houses worth seeing.

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And you are in the right place to start your walk and castle visit...

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The total height of the tower is 11.28 meters and the height of the top platform is 10.08 meters. The highest parapet is 1.20 meters. At the top, the parapet has viewing holes for the children. The width of the stairs is 150 centimeters. The maximum load capacity is 400 kilograms per square meter. There are also solar-powered LED lights on the steps so that the stairs attract attention in the landscape even in the dark. Source: https://www.tielt-winge.be/vlooybergtoren

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Beautiful area for walking, the Parcum museum is also worth a visit.

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Criss-cross through the abbey...

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Explore beautiful Leuven by bike through the car-free streets. Admire the centuries-old architecture, such as the town hall and university buildings. Park your bike at one of the many bicycle racks and walk through the pleasant squares and visit the local cafes and shops. Don't forget to stop by the famous library and the Old Market.

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