Boekenbergpark in Deurne

At Boekenberg Park in Deurne, you can enjoy a blend of nature, history, and a little adventure. Saunter through the greenery past the mysterious ruin and cave complex, or cool off with a refreshing swim in the ecological pond. From May to October, you can visit Boekenberg Natural History Museum, which takes you into an underground world with engaging collections in archaeology, mineralogy, palaeontology and prehistory.

Plan your visit

Atmosphere and mystique of bygone times

Boekenberg Park in Deurne has been a beautiful green space for over five centuries. Around 1555, it was the summer residence of Jérome van den Machare. Two and a half centuries later it took on its lush, present-day form when its new owner, Guillaume Smets, laid out an English landscape garden with oriental and romantic features. One of the landscaping highlights was an impressive 26-metre Chinese pagoda tower. That sense of atmosphere and mystique still lives on today more than 200 years later, evident in the paths, layout, and historic structures.

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A walk or a refreshing dip

The park is perfect for a leisurely walk or a cool swim in the ecological swimming pond. This consists of a large pool no less than 80-m long and a smaller children’s pool, all with naturally purified, crystal-clear water — no chlorine in sight. On hot days, you can relax on the sunny lawn beside the water.

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Boekenberg Natural History Museum

During walks and swims, you’ll notice some striking features, such as the mysterious ruined tower and the cave complex. Boekenberg Natural History Museum is open to visitors from May to October. It takes you into an underground world with fascinating collections in archaeology, mineralogy, palaeontology, and prehistory.

Te Boelaer Park

Still have energy to burn? A short distance away, you’ll find Te Boelaerpark, another lovely green space. Once home to a stately castle, this park’s ancient trees and winding paths will transport you back in time.

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Plan your visit

Boekenbergpark
Unitaslaan
2100 Deurne

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Te Boelaerpark
Karel De Preterlei
2140 Antwerp

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Opening times
Both Boekenberg Park and Te Boelaer Park are free to enter at any time. The swimming pond is open seasonally from mid-May to mid-September. Boekenberg Natural History Museum is open every Sunday afternoon from 2 pm to 6 pm from 11 May to 11 October.