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Palace of Margaret of Austria

Margaret of Austria was regent of the Habsburg Netherlands between 1507 and 1530 and then resided in the Hof van Savoye, the first Renaissance building in the Low Countries. From here the renaissance spread.

On the facade you can still find Margareta's coat of arms, next to the coat of arms of Emperor Charles and a statue of Lady Justice.

At a young age, Margareta already had a turbulent married life. She is married off three times. At the age of 24, she now dresses as a widow and refuses to marry.

Margareta is appointed regent of the Netherlands and settles in Mechelen in 1507. She takes care of the education of Emperor Charles and his sisters. According to her compatriots, she runs the country with tact and a clear view.

One of her greatest successes is the Women's Peace of Kamerrijk in 1529. She can enforce it after hard negotiations with Louise de Savoye, mother of the French king and sister of the late Philibert.

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De Fortuyne

Mechelen

De Fortuyne is a restaurant tailored to the modern city dweller. A place where you can also have lunch on Saturdays and in the evening - when the lights dim - you can get culinary highlights to share in a 4 or 5 course formula.

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The Chick

Mechelen

Welcome to The Chick, a quirky accessible gourmet restaurant in the shadow of St Rumbold's Tower. The menu includes both refined classics and contemporary dishes, but each with a twist. Enjoy our chef's choice surprise menus: we know what you get but you don't. The menu gets a major makeover every 5 weeks. Each dish is subject to two important criteria: made with love & made to love. You dine in a unique setting, with warm pampering and with a bit of luck you hear the cardinal watering his plants. Of course, our delicious wines straight from our own Cellar should not be missing.

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Ember

Mechelen

Ember is a gastronomic concept by Zino Jacobs and Arthur Doppee where fire, smoke, and pure flavors take center stage. By cooking over a wood fire and using minimal gas and electricity, Ember returns to the essence of cooking. The kitchen works exclusively with local and seasonal products, preparing vegetables, fish, and quality meat in an honest and refined manner. Collaborations with Belgian producers and traders are central to this. Sustainability also plays an important role. Ingredients that would normally go to waste are given a second life at Ember in dishes or drinks. In this way, Ember combines gastronomy, craftsmanship, and innovation into a unique culinary experience.

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Maillard

Mechelen

Maillard in Mechelen represents a contemporary fine dining experience where pure flavors, high-quality products, and hospitality come together. Born from a shared passion for gastronomy, the restaurant presents refined dishes in a stylish yet accessible setting. The kitchen combines classic techniques with creative accents and works exclusively with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The shared dining concept invites guests to discover and share various dishes together. Complemented by a carefully selected wine list and warm, personal service, Maillard offers a culinary experience without unnecessary frills, where taste and conviviality always take center stage.

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