Villa Schonenberg, Royal palace in Laeken, Belgium
Description
Villa Schonenberg is a royal residence located within the Laeken palace grounds in Belgium. The building sits near Stuyvenberg Castle and functions as a contemporary residence for the royal family.
History
The villa was constructed in 1998 to replace an earlier royal residence located behind the Brussels Palace. This new building represents a modern expansion of Belgium's royal properties during the late 20th century.
Culture
The residence is home to Princess Astrid's family and serves as an active part of Belgium's royal household operations. Visitors walking through the Laeken grounds can sense its role as a private family space within the broader royal domain.
Practical
The residence is not open for visits, though parts of its exterior can be seen from public areas surrounding the royal estate. Visitors exploring the Laeken grounds may catch glimpses of the building from designated viewpoints.
Did you know?
The villa was designed with contemporary architecture in the late 1990s, contrasting sharply with Belgium's older royal palaces. This example shows how the royal family adapted their living spaces to modern standards while remaining within the traditional royal domain.
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