Domein Drie Fonteinen, Protected heritage park in Vilvoorde, Belgium
Domein Drie Fonteinen is a 50-hectare protected heritage park featuring English-style landscaping, multiple ponds, and restored historical structures scattered throughout. The grounds include a French garden section, fruit orchards, and sports facilities all connected by walking paths.
The park began in the late 1700s when Brussels banker Jan Walckiers van Galmaarden purchased the land and constructed a castle. This founding period shaped the estate's characteristic water features and garden design that remain visible today.
The orangery building, now operating as Brasserie de 3 Fonteinen, hosts regular events and exhibitions throughout the year. It serves as a gathering place where visitors experience both historical architecture and contemporary cultural activities.
The grounds feature multiple entry points and are best explored on foot using well-marked paths suitable for different fitness levels. Playgrounds, a petting zoo, and designated picnic areas are spread throughout for visitor convenience.
The name comes from a 1561 water source with four jets that appeared to be only three when viewed from certain vantage points. This optical effect from the original fountain gave the estate its distinctive name that endures today.
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