Château Calmeyn, Italian-style château in Drogenbos, Belgium.
Château Calmeyn is an Italian-style residence set within a sprawling estate in Drogenbos built on former forest land. The property occupies a substantial portion of the entire municipality.
The building was designed in 1852 by architect Jean-Pierre Cluysenaar under the original name Château Rey. It later passed to the Calmeyn family, who gave it its current name.
The property was home to the Calmeyn family, whose members served as mayors of Drogenbos across generations. This connection shaped local identity and reflects the family's importance to the community.
The property remains privately owned and is not open for regular visits, except during special heritage events and organized school programs. Check ahead for planned open days since access is limited.
The estate preserves sections of the former Soignes Forest, a historical woodland that once covered a much larger area. This green space makes it a rare example of retained forest landscape in the region.
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