This region is characterized by the expansive nature environment with many hiking and cycling routes. It is naturally also nice to live in this calm locality, which is nonetheless centrally situated on the Mechelen – Brussels axis. Mechelen Oost moreover boasts recreation possibilities and facilities such as the Keerbergen golf course, many sport associations, tennis clubs, manèges, etc. Needless to say, there is also plenty for the inner being, with top restaurants, cosy brasseries, quaint cafes, etc.