Step into a vibrant medieval village and discover life in the 15th century.
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Den Troep brings the Middle Ages to life with engaging demonstrations and interactive workshops. Try your hand at the art of calligraphy, learn basket weaving, or admire the skill of craftsmen in authentic historical attire.
During the late Middle Ages, our region was one of the most urbanized and prosperous areas of Europe. Den Troep’s medieval section focuses mainly on the mid-15th century, when Flanders and Brabant were part of the Burgundian Empire. This was the time of the Flemish Primitives and miniaturists, Brussels tapestries, and thriving cloth production – but also of strategic marriages and intense wars as the Burgundian dukes sought to expand their territory.
Ready to travel through time? Experience history firsthand!