Kasteel Van Beersel
Castles in Belgium
Kasteel Van Beersels
Considered one of Belgium’s best-preserved castles.
Kasteel van Beersel (Dutch) or Château de Beersel (French) is a medieval castle-fort in Beersel, Flemish Brabant, Belgium. The castle retains its original design which dates to 1357. It has survived several sieges and has gone through a few restorations. The present castle is a product of significant renovations that took place from 1928–39. Its major feature is its three large towers and brick facade, as are most castles in the Flemish regions of Belgium. The castle is open to the public. You can tour it at your leisure as it is an empty shell that is ready for you to explore. The towers are accessible by stairs and in the highest and most narrow parts, by ladder. A trail around the moat is great for a stroll and the best views of the castle. You might even spot a few locals fishing in the lake.
🍽️Brasserie Kasteel Beersels is great for lunch, snack or refreshments. Shares the parking lot with the castle.
⏱️Allow yourself 1.5 – 2 hours to tour the castle. Add an an hour if having lunch at the brasserie.
📍Lotsestraat 65, Beersel, BE 1650
Approximately 13km from Brussels center (30min. by auto.)
It is possible to arrive by public transportation. Approx. 1 hr. from Brussels center.
I usually use iPhone Maps or Google Maps for step-by-step directions.
📅Schedule changes seasonally.
For Open Hours check their website: Kasteel-Beersel
🌟Waterloo Battlefields are approx. 20 mins. from Kasteel van Beersel by car. It would be a great combo trip to add to your itinerary.
