‘In the footsteps of Margaret’ is a handy brochure outlining walks leading to highlights from the fifteenth century when Mechelen came under the rule of the Dukes of Burgundy. There are three circular walks of different lengths to choose from, depending on your degree of interest and the time you have available.
Travel five hundred years back in time to the days when Mechelen was the capital of the Netherlands. As the city was also the seat of Margaret of Austria’s court, scores of Burgundian noblemen settled here too.
This prosperous period left its mark on the city, and traces of it have survived to this day, including Burgundian palaces, historic churches, wooden façades and sumptuously decorated guildhalls. This brochure takes you back to that rich Burgundian era.
The excellent value Sense-sations package contains vouchers which provide a taste of Mechelen, both edible and cultural.
In the Visit Mechelen app
Step literally into the rich past of Mechelen with our Visit Mechelen app. Let your smartphone or tablet guide you through the many streets of the former capital of the Burgundian Netherlands. In addition to the handy map, you’ll also have all the information and tips you need right at your fingertips!
When you open the app, you’ll land on the home page. Here you’ll find the different tours we offer in the app, including the tour: In the Footsteps of Margaret.
Download the brochure here Practical information
- The brochure is available in print in Dutch, French, German, English and Spanish.
- Price for the printed version: €4.50
- Digital version: free
- In the app, the walk is available in five languages: Dutch, French, German, English and Spanish.
- Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and Android smartphones and tablets
- Free of charge
- Accessibility: You may encounter some physical obstacles in the historic city centre.
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