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Municipality in Flemish Community, Belgium
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Turnhout is a town in the province of Antwerp, counting 43,000 inhabitants. It is the largest town in the eastern part of the province. The town is located 40 km east of Antwerp, 30 km from Dutch cities Breda, Tilburg and 40 km from Eindhoven, the largest city in the southern part of the Netherlands.
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This castle dates back to the 12th century. The castle houses a court.
Sint-Pieterskerk
The main church of Turnhout.
This museum displays the history of the town of Turnhout and the Turnhout region.
This museum is of particular interest in Turnhout. It is in an old factory building in the center of the town and also shows a beautifully restored steam engine.
Watertoren
Heavy metal festival held in the town of Dessel in June.
Typical Belgian fries and other fast food.
In a historical railway building in the heart of Turnhout. It should be no surprise that is right next to the railway station.
Centrally located small bed and breakfast.
By bus
The Flemish national bus company, De Lijn, has lines to Turnhout from Antwerp, Aarschot, Herentals and other neighbouring towns.be.
By car
The easiest way to reach Turnhout from places like Antwerp or Eindhoven is by the motorway E34. Get off at exit 24 called Turnhout-Centrum.
The historical part of Turnhout which is interesting to visitors is very compact and best explored on foot.
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Eindhoven · International · EIN
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