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A hidden gem
Tucked away in the Mechelen region is the Winter Garden of the Ursuline sisters, an unparalleled gem of art nouveau. The enchanting Winter Garden with its colourful stained-glass dome is part of a listed building complex where education, architecture, art and history come together.
The Winter Garden of the Ursulines is a living tribute to educational innovation, international entrepreneurship and strong, enterprising women. Find out more on a brand-new interactive experience trail in true ‘art à l’école’ style, one which caused a furore around 1900. Interested in a guided tour? Then let one of our expert guides lead you!
Explore the region
The Winter Garden is a stone’s throw from the centre of Mechelen. There is always something to do, see, experience and admire there. Here are our tips for a day out in Mechelen.
The Winter Garden is located in the heart of Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Waver, a borough of Sint-Katelijne-Waver. Curious about other attractions in the region? Then surf to the website below.
Guided group visit
Together with friends, colleagues or family, go on a tour of the building complex with one of our guides. They will share little-known stories with you and point out interesting details about all the special places in the vast complex.
Experience trail
Set off on your own with an audio guide and go back to the heyday of the Ursuline Institute in the early twentieth century. Multimedia applications will allow you to discover the history and beautiful architecture of this unique place
