Waterkasteel Hof van Veltwijck, Water castle in Ekeren, Belgium
Waterkasteel Hof van Veltwijck is a water castle in Ekeren with corner towers and sandstone window frames that create visual rhythm across its facade. The building is surrounded by a moat crossed by an arched bridge, and its U-shaped layout organizes the main spaces around a central courtyard.
The castle was first documented in 1565 as a pleasure residence and underwent significant alterations in 1656 under Lucas van Opmeer. Another substantial renovation took place in 1754 under C. De Winter.
The structure represents a blend of architectural elements from the 16th to 19th centuries, combining traditional brick and sandstone construction methods.
The castle is located on Veltwijcklaan street and is currently empty while restoration plans are being developed. Visitors should allow time to explore the grounds, which include water channels and bridges that add to navigation.
The property served as Ekeren's town hall from 1930 and shaped the community's administrative life for many decades. This extended use as a civic center is often overlooked when visitors explore the site today.
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