Top Things to do in Aalst
What to do and see in Aalst, Flanders: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Aalst, Belgium including St. Martin's Church, Belfry, Iedereen Rubens, Jesuit Church, St. Margaretha Church.
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1. St. Martin's Church
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
De Sint-Martinuskerk is de hoofdparochiekerk van de stad Aalst en een stijlvoorbeeld van de Brabantse gotiek. Talrijke kunstvoorwerpen sieren de kerk, denk maar aan de schilderkunst van Pieter Paul Rubens of de beeldhouwkunst van Jeroen Duquesnoy. De kerk is gratis toegankelijk van maandag tot zondag van 09 tot 17 uur (op vrijdag tot 14 uur). Een rondleiding met gids in de kerk kan je boeken via Visit Aalst. Nog tot 2027 ondergaat de Sint-Martinuskerk een grootschalige restauratiecampagne. Hierdoor zullen sommige delen van de kerk soms niet toegankelijk zijn, bekijk de website voor de meest up-to-date informatie.
Reviewed By J0zefB - Erembodegem, Belgium
This typical example of high Gothic architecture was originally designed to be a full-fledged cathedral, but never made it much beyond the transept. That's why, at the western end of the building, the brick wall contrasts heavily with the traditional sandstone of all other parts. Many interesting sculptures and paintings to visit, of which the P. P. Rubens "St. Rochus and the Plague patients" is the top.
2. Belfry
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
The Belfry (Belfort) is open to the public. However at the moment, only guided visits are organised. Contact the Tourist Information Office for bookings. Price: 60 EUR per guide (maximum 20 persons per guide) The guided visit takes about 2 hours and includes a climb to the top of the Belfry tower (136 steps), offering spectacular views on the city! Every third Sunday of the month, individuals can also visit the Belfort between 2 pm and 5pm.
3. Iedereen Rubens
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
You will learn everything there is to know about this special piece of art in the attic of St Martin’s Church. After climbing the ancient staircase, life-size projections showcase the story of the painting, the master and his clients who commissioned the painting. Afterwards it’s your turn to create a digital masterpiece under Rubens’ watch.
4. Jesuit Church
5. St. Margaretha Church
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
