Mechelen is the major city in
Belgium, located some 10 km to the north-east from
Sempst, 130 km south of Netherlands border. The capital city
Brussels is in 30 km to the south-west. The population of Mechelen is about 77,600 people (census of 2011). People mostly visit Mechelen to see its gates.
The closest airport Brussels Natl (IATA: BRU) is about 20 km away.
The most popular tourist attractions in Mechelen
The Brusselpoort is the sole remaining city gate of the original twelve gates of the city of Mechelen, Belgium.
If you have already seen Mechelen, there are still plenty of things to do on the outskirts of the city. Are you fancy to travel around a bit? Here is our list:
For pictures of Mechelen, take a look at our gallery.