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Finding parking near Aarschot, Aarschot

If you’re searching for parking Aarschot, start by matching your trip time to the city’s parking zones. Aarschot uses paid parking, a blue-disc zone, and areas where you can park for free—so knowing the rules (and the time limits) helps you avoid unnecessary tickets.

Parking zones in Aarschot: paid zone, blue zone and free areas

Aarschot applies three main types of on-street parking areas: a paid parking zone, a blue parking disc zone, and a free zone. The exact areas are set across the city centre (and part of Parking Centrum in the Demervallei).

Paid parking (betalende zone): when it applies + free options

The paid zone is generally active every day between 9:00 and 18:00, except Sundays and public holidays and 11 July. In the paid zone you normally take a ticket and pay at the parking machine.

There are also two practical “free” options in the paid zone: you can park for a free 15 minutes at any time by taking a free ticket on the machine, and on certain school-days you can use a free 1-hour window after the school day ends (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 15:00–16:00; Wed: 11:30–12:30).

Blue zone (blauwe zone): max 3 hours with a parking disc

The blue zone is active every day from 9:00 to 18:00, except Sundays/public holidays and 11 July. With a valid blue parking disc, the maximum stay is up to 3 hours.

Important practical note: in the blue zone on Parking Centrum in the Demervallei, a resident parking card is not valid, so you must still place a parking disc.

Sensor short-stay parking near Grote Markt and the station: 30 minutes free

Near the Grote Markt and at/near the station (thv Velo), there are sensor-based short-stay spots. You can park there for maximum 30 minutes free without taking a ticket and without using a blue disc.

If you stay longer than 30 minutes, you risk a retribution of €25. Also, a municipal/resident card and a disability card are not valid proof on these sensor spots. If you expect to be parked longer, compare alternatives—and you can check Mobypark for future availability (Mobypark currently shows no bookable spots for this location).

Station parking (B-parkings) near NMBS: free at night and on weekends

Parkings behind/around the station that are managed by NMBS are B-parkings (controlled entry with a barrier). NMBS determines the rules and tariffs.

They are typically free from 19:00 to 7:00 in the evenings and mornings, and they are also free on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays—with exceptions for certain major events.

Accessibility: parking card for people with a disability

If you have a parking card for people with a disability, you can park unlimited free in Aarschot, including in the blue zone and the paid zone (not only on reserved places).

For day-to-day decisions, the biggest “avoid surprises” checklist is: confirm whether you’re in the paid or blue zone before you park, respect the time windows, and be especially careful with sensor parking limits.

FAQ about parking near Aarschot

Where can you park for free in Aarschot?
In Aarschot you can park for free in the city’s free areas, and you can also use free options inside the paid zone. For example, in the paid zone you get a free 15-minute stop at any time (via a free ticket option on the machine), and on certain school-days there is a free 1-hour window after the school day ends (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 15:00–16:00; Wed: 11:30–12:30).
When do the paid zone and blue zone apply in Aarschot?
The paid zone and the blue zone are active every day from 9:00 to 18:00, except on Sundays/public holidays and on 11 July. Outside those times, the rules can differ, so check the signage on arrival.
How long can you park with a blue disc in Aarschot?
In the blue zone (blauwe zone), you may park for up to 3 hours using a valid blue parking disc (within the active time window of 9:00–18:00, except Sundays/public holidays and 11 July).
What is the parking fine in Aarschot?
For the sensor short-stay parking near the Grote Markt and the station, staying longer than the permitted time triggers a €25 retribution. For other violations (wrong zone, missing/incorrect disc, etc.), the exact fine depends on the specific rule you break—always follow the zone signage and parking instructions.
Is sensor parking in Aarschot free, and how long?
Yes. Sensor parking near the Grote Markt and near the station allows a maximum of 30 minutes free. You don’t need a ticket from the machine and you don’t need to place a blue disc. If you exceed 30 minutes, you risk a €25 retribution.
How much does station parking cost in Aarschot?
NMBS station parkings (the B-parkings) are typically free from 19:00 to 7:00 and also free on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Outside those periods, you must pay according to the NMBS parking system and current tariffs for that specific parking.
Can you park for free with a parking card for people with a disability in Aarschot?
Yes. With a parking card for people with a disability, you can park unlimited and free in Aarschot, including in reserved areas and also in the blue zone and the paid zone.
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