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Finding parking in Aarschot
If you’re searching for parking Aarschot, your best starting point is knowing the on-street zones around the centre and near the station. Aarschot uses a mix of paid parking, blue-disc parking and free areas—so checking the rules first helps you avoid retribution.
On-street parking zones: paid zone, blue zone and free areas
Aarschot has three main types of public on-street parking zones: a paid zone, a blue zone (blue parking disc) and a free zone. The blue-disc and paid zones are active every day between 9:00 and 18:00, except Sundays/public holidays and 11 July. Outside those hours, rules can be different—so always follow the roadside signage.
| Zone type | When it applies | Your limit | What you must do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paid zone | 9:00–18:00 (daily, except Sun/holidays & 11 July) | Pay by time | Take a ticket and pay at the parking machine |
| Blue zone | 9:00–18:00 (daily, except Sun/holidays & 11 July) | Up to 3 hours | Display a blue parking disc |
| Free zone | Varies by street/area | No time limit in the free sections | Only park where the free-zone boundary is marked |
On the public parking area at Parking Centrum in the Demervallei, a large part is free and unlimited—but a specific segment near the police office, the bus lane and the continuation of the ring exit is marked as a blue zone, meaning you’ll need the blue disc there.
If you have a parking card for people with a disability, it can allow unlimited free parking in Aarschot, including in the blue and paid zones (not just on reserved spots).
Short-stay sensor parking near Grote Markt and the station
Aarschot also has sensor parking that’s designed for quick stops. There are three sensor spots on the Grote Markt and thirteen near the station. These sensor spots allow you to park up to 30 minutes for free and you don’t need to take a ticket or set a blue disc. If you stay longer than 30 minutes, you risk a retribution notice of €25.
Because the limit is strict, those spots are ideal for quick drop-offs—but if you think you might need more flexibility, it can be worth checking Mobypark for any future private availability at this location (right now there are no bookable spots to secure).
Special free windows inside the paid zone (15-minute and after-school free)
Even in the paid zone, there are practical free options. You can park for a 15-minute free window at any time by taking a free parking ticket through the green button on the parking machine.
There’s also a free parking hour after school time in the paid zone on specific weekdays: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri from 15:00 to 16:00, and on Wednesday from 11:30 to 12:30. The free hour is tied to the hour when the school day ends.
NMBS station parkings for evenings and weekends
If you’re aiming to park near the station with fewer time restrictions, the NMBS station parkings (B-parkings) are a useful option. They are barrier-controlled, and NMBS sets the parking tariffs. There are two main locations: one behind the station on Nieuwlandlaan, and one at the front (left side) with access via Statieplein and Leuvensesteenweg.
NMBS provides free access between 19:00 and 07:00. On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, these station parkings are also free—but note that exceptions can apply during certain major events (for example Rock Werchter and similar concert events), when parking arrangements can change.
Garages and private lots (good for longer stays and tricky streets)
For longer stays—or when you want to avoid repeatedly checking street-by-street signage—Aarschot also has commercial garages and parking lots. These are especially handy when you expect traffic pressure around the centre. Before driving in, check practical details on-site such as height limits, opening times, and how access/payment works (some lots use automatic entry or license-plate recognition).
Parking for the medical centre (Medisch Centrum Aarschot)
If you’re parking for appointments at Medisch Centrum Aarschot, the campus parking follows its own tariff rules. Based on the site information, it includes up to 30 minutes free, then a rate of €1.90 per hour for parking time from 1 hour to 7 hours, with a maximum of €12.50 per 24 hours. Lost ticket issues are also covered with a stated fee on the parking info.
For arrivals, use the Kiss & Ride area only to drop off or pick up. Don’t leave your car unattended there. If you’re bringing someone with you, the information also mentions 20 minutes free for the person accompanying you, using the campus parking.