Aalst railway station, railway station in Belgium
Aalst railway station is an operational railway building in the city of Aalst with facades of red Boom bricks and two towers on the front. Inside, it has platforms, ticket counters, and waiting areas that serve thousands of travelers daily.
The station was built in the late 1800s as a proud gateway to the city and was part of Belgium's railway network expansion at that time. Architect Jean-Pierre Cluysenaar designed it to reflect the local past through historical architectural elements.
The station's name reflects its role as a transport hub, and today it remains a gathering place where locals and travelers meet before heading into the city. The architecture with its red bricks and towers creates a visual link to the town's past and shapes how people experience the main square.
The building sits on Stationsplein in the center of Aalst and is easy to reach on foot, with shops and cafes nearby. Signage inside is in Dutch and French, and ticket counters are open from early morning to late afternoon on most days.
The building was designed with architectural elements that echo medieval structures, a deliberate choice to visually reflect the city's history. This historicizing approach was typical for many stations Cluysenaar designed across Belgium, each made unique through local references.
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