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 was already mentioned in the 13th century charters of the abbey of Villers in South Brabant. It is therefore highly probable that Gerard de Marbais, who had close ties to Villers Abbey, was the first occupant of the castle. The original castle has undergone some changes over time.
Originally the castle had two donjons or round corner towers. These were built in the 14th century. Over the centuries, the right-hand keep has disappeared.
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The east, west and north facades are Gothic and date from the 15th century. The Baroque gatehouse with pigeon tower dates from the 17th century. Finally, the rococo south facade, which faces the park of the castle, was completely renovated in the 18th century together with the immense terrace by the then well-known Antwerp architect Van Baurscheit, who at the same time was also working on a beautiful house on the Meir in Antwerp.
The castle of 's-Gravenwezel and its successive inhabitants are closely linked to the history of 's-Gravenwezel. The last Baron José Gillès de Pélichy died in 1977. The castle is now owned by 'Antiquarian - Axel Vervoort'. Axel also owns the Vlaeykensgang in Antwerp.