On a bright, breezy morning in Antwerp, the light glancing off the river Scheldt has a particular quality. It illuminates the handsome 19th-century warehouses and dances across the shimmering water of the Bonapartedok, where yacht masts chime gently against a backdrop of crisp, new residential blocks. This is the Eilandje, the “little island,” a district…
Author: Emma
Our podcaster-in-chief, Emma, has lived in Antwerp for over a decade and knows the city inside and out. With her finger on the pulse of Antwerp’s cultural scene, she’s the one to turn to for the latest happenings.
Antwerp Central Station: A Grand and Elegant Railway Cathedral
WELCOME BACK TO Antwerpist, your ultimate guide to all things Antwerp! In today’s story, we’re taking a closer look at one of the city’s most impressive landmarks: the Antwerp Central Train Station. Known locally as Antwerpen-Centraal, this railway station is widely regarded as one if not the most beautiful train station in the world. Its…
Cathedral of Our Lady Antwerp: A Gothic Masterpiece
WELCOME TO ANTWERPIST, your ultimate guide to the city of Antwerp! In today’s story, we’re taking a deep dive into one of the city’s most iconic landmarks: the Cathedral of Our Lady. Located in the heart of Antwerp’s historic centre, the Cathedral of Our Lady is a stunning example of Gothic architecture. Its towering spire…