Kruidtuin, Botanical garden in Mechelen, Belgium
The Kruidtuin extends across 30,640 square meters at the end of Bruul street, making it the largest public park in central Mechelen.
During the medieval period, the garden belonged to the Pitzemburg commandery, where botanist Carolus Clusius planted the first potatoes in 1580.
The park features a white marble statue of botanist Rembert Dodoens surrounded by 250 different herbs arranged by species and color.
The park opens daily from 8:00 to 21:00 between March and October, and from 8:00 to 19:00 from November to February.
A permanent resident fox lives within the park grounds, occasionally visible to visitors exploring the paths and gardens.
Location: Mechelen
GPS coordinates: 51.02342,4.48496
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:44
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