Luc Coekaerts<\/a> \/ Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nJust a few blocks from the Grote Markt, IJzerenleen is a mostly unnoticed part of Amsterdam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The old iron (Ijzeren) railings that flank the middle part of the street inspired the name Ijzerenleen.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt has long boasted the most spectacular residences in Mechelen.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt was once the location of the fish market, as shown by four miniature bronze sculptures of fish and shellfish beside those iron rails.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIJzerenleen is now a bustling and pleasant street (or elongated square) with restaurants, caf\u00e9s, and stores.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis art museum also marks the beginning of IJzerenleen, which contains several beautiful Baroque structures and colorful residences.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nThere are several intriguing architectural components. The stores are in good shape and appear popular with locals and tourists.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nEnjoy a charming retail avenue that branches off the Grote Markt.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nExperience a peaceful time strolling through the streets and appreciate the beauty of these once bombed buildings.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nAddress: 2800 Mechelen, Belgium<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nKazerne Dossin <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n <\/picture>Kazerne Dossin is one of the best places to go in Mechelen, Belgium<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nVisit Kazerne Dossin and see the history it has struggled.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nKazerne Dossin is a museum and memorial site that recalls when this army cantonment was taken by the Germans and utilized as a detention and deportation camp. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt is located close to the building where Jews and other minorities were held before being deported to extermination camps.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt’s tough to realize that more than 25.000 people were taken here to Auschwitz-Birkenau some 75 years ago.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nA link is presented between modern human rights concerns and a historical perspective on the situation in Belgium in the 1940s.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’re getting hungry, stop by near restaurants, cafes, and other stalls and try out their local dish, which will surely leave you craving more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe tour begins on the bottom floor with a short film. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt then moves upstairs and encompasses many stories with a wealth of material, also available in English.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nRegardless of the horrible past, this is a museum worth seeing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nAddress: Goswin de Stassartstraat 153, 2800 Mechelen, Belgium<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nMechelen Muurt walk<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n <\/picture>Mechelen Muurt walk is one of the best places to go in Mechelen, Belgium<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHere we are, in a picturesque historic town, with cutting-edge street art you never expected to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ten artists used pencils, paint, and spray cans to express their creativity on the city’s walls. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nBecause of them, a small, unremarkable street has been converted into one you want to go along.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe plan was started in 2013 by local artist Gijs Vanhee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He aspired to make a difference and illuminate the streets of Mechelen. Therefore, he commissioned three of each foreign artists, a local artist, and a national artist to complete it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Armed with spray cans, paint, and pencils, the artists proceeded to the streets of Mechelen to deliver their artistic abilities to the town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With this walk, you will pass the various murals. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n