River bank and embankment recreated: a dive into Antwerp's colourful past
2 hours
1
- 20 people
Adults
Antwerp today
Architecture
Foot
Groups
Historic city center
History
Port
With the walk 'Kant en wal herschapen' you walk along the Scheldt bank, the Eilandje and the Seamen's Quarter. Meanwhile, your guide will tell you about the origins and growth of the historic districts along the Scheldt. Over the centuries, the banks, dunes and canals underwent a metamorphosis. You will discover parts of the castle wall, beautiful facades, strange street names, the picturesque Napoleonic docks....
The beautiful St. Paul's Church shines above nostalgic sailors' pubs, old warehouses and impressive harbour buildings. Future plans for this neighbourhood are also discussed during the "Bank and Embankment Recreated" walk. If you wish, your guide will take you through the Seamen's Quarterr and the red light district.
Additional information
- During this walk there is time for a terrace with a view of the MAS or a stop in a real harbour pub.
120 minutes without a visit to St. Paul's Church
180 minutes with a visit to St. Paul's Church - Because of the longer distance, some stairs and bumpy cobblestones, this walk is not suitable for those with mobility problems. It is best to wear good walking shoes.
Drinks during the stop are not included in the price. - For St. Paul's Church opening hours, consult the website: http://www.sint-paulusparochie.be
- Admission fee to St. Paul's Church is not included in the price.
Languages spoken
Nederlands
English
français
Deutsch
italiano
Starting point and final stop
Start
Antwerpen, Grote Markt/Wisselstraat
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