Sint-Katelijne-Waver Essentials
Sint-Katelijne-Waver is known as the vegetable capital of Belgium, a heritage preserved at 't Grom museum. The town features architectural landmarks like the Art Nouveau Winter Garden of the Ursuline Institute and the neoclassical Kasteel Tivoli. Its history is reflected in the 19th-century Fort van Duffel, the traditional Midzeelhoeve farmsteads, and religious sites ranging from the medieval Abdij van Rozendaal to the Thai Buddhist temple Wat Dhammapateep. Gastronomy is central to the area, highlighted by the Michelin-starred Restaurant Centpourcent.
Wintertuin
Art Nouveau winter garden featuring a stained-glass dome, part of the Ursuline Institute's historic boarding school complex.
B 't Grom
A museum dedicated to horticultural heritage, healthy nutrition, and the history of vegetable cultivation in the region.
Kasteel Tivoli
A neoclassical manor house situated within a public park, featuring classicist architectural elements and landscaped gardens.
D Midzeelhoeve II
Historic farmsteads in the Elzestraat hamlet, representing traditional rural architecture and regional agricultural heritage.
Abdij van Rozendaal
Remains of a historic Cistercian monastery with roots dating back to the 13th century.
F Sint-Michielskasteel
A neoclassical castle in the Elzestraat district, currently housing a restaurant and event space.
G Fort van Duffel
A 19th-century brick fortification, also known as the Railway Fort, which formed part of the National Redoubt defense system.
Mausoleum Ysebrandt de Lendonck
A historic Christian tomb and regional heritage site belonging to the Ysebrandt de Lendonck family.
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwkerk
A Catholic parish church exhibiting a mix of Neo-Gothic, Gothic, and Romanesque architectural styles.
Wat Dhammapateep
A Thai Buddhist temple in the Theravada tradition, featuring traditional statues and serving as a spiritual center.
Restaurant Centpourcent
A Michelin-starred restaurant specializing in contemporary international cuisine.
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