Sint-Rombouts College

Sint-Rombouts College is a secondary school in Mechelen housed within a protected monument building that displays traditional architectural elements. The structure combines classrooms and school facilities with historical design features spanning different periods of its existence.

The college was founded as an educational establishment in Mechelen's medieval city center and developed into a major school institution in the region. Its architectural form has been preserved over centuries and placed under heritage protection to safeguard its historical value for future generations.

The college is named after Saint Rombout, an early patron saint of Mechelen, reflecting deep roots in the city's spiritual past. Visitors can observe how the building continues to serve as a learning space for young people while maintaining its historical character.

The school building is located in central Mechelen and is easily reachable on foot when exploring the historic city center. Visitors should note that this is an active learning institution and access to certain areas may be restricted.

The building preserves traces of multiple architectural styles that reflect its long history as an educational center. These overlapping layers of construction methods tell of different eras when the school taught its students.

Location: Mechelen

Website: https://srco.be

GPS coordinates: 51.02969,4.48408

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:08