Architecture Tour

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25.9 km
87 m
01h43
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Antwerp, cycling and architecture. What a wonderful combination. Antwerp has an architectural exemplar from every age, period and style. Neither is the city standing still today: many architectural gems have been added in recent years. Thanks to this 30-kilometre signposted cycling route, you can discover the most beautiful highlights in and around Antwerp. Be sure to bring your smartphone or camera with you, because thanks to the tips from Noortje, the photographer and local resident, you can take great pictures that your Instagram followers will be jealous of. There are countless places on the way there to take a break and have a bite to eat and drink. And you can easily shorten the route if you are stressed for time. We wish you a lot of cycling fun!

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Difficulty level: Easy (37/100)

Length: 25.9 km

Duration: 01h43


Total ascent: 87 m

Maximal slope: 1.8 %

Average slope: 0.3 %

Net ascent: -7 m

Total descent: 94 m

Difficulty level according to the author: 0/10

Roads and subsoil

Paved roads: 24 km (93 %)

Cobblestones: 2.37 km (9 %)

Bike paths: 7.81 km (30 %)

Scenery

Car free roads: 5.26 km (20 %)

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Amount of traffic


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Urban area

Water rich area

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        Start and end of the route

        Closest address to start: Grote Markt, Antwerpen, België
        Closest address to end: Sint-Jansvliet, Antwerpen, België

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        Places of interest

        1. Cathedral-of-our-Lady

          0 · cathedral

          Many singers have all sung the praises of the spire of the Cathedral of Our Lady. The 123-metre …

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        2. Grote Markt and town hall

          0 · Town hall

          Grote Markt is a regular stop for tourists who visit Antwerp. The eye-catcher in this square is …

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        3. DIVA

          0 · Museum

          Antwerp is the diamond capital of the world. And at DIVA, Home of Antwerp Diamonds, this sparkling …

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        4. Het Steen

          0 · Monument

          Het Steen is the oldest preserved building in Antwerp. The first stones were laid almost a …

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        5. MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

          0 · Museum

          The eye catcher on the Eilandje was built by Neutelings-Riedijk Architects, on the spot where the …

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        6. Red Star Line Museum

          0 · Culture

          Many people have compared Antwerp to New York on the Scheldt. It’s easy to see why as there are …

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        7. Port House

          1 · Architectural location

          The head office of the Antwerp Port Authority is a design by the prestigious Zaha Hadid …

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        8. The new Port House

          0 · Structure

          The combination of the old and the new is typical of many hotspots in Antwerp and the Port House …

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        9. Park Spoor Noord

          0 · City park

          Park Spoor Noord, a former railway marshalling yard, became one of hotspots in Antwerp in just a …

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        10. Damplein

          0 · Square

          Damplein is close to Park Spoor Noord. Stop for a snack or drink on a terrace in this quiet, cosy …

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        11. Ijzerlaan

          0 · Street

          Water gives life to a city! The Scheldt runs through Antwerp like a blue artery, but there is also …

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        12. We Understand Each Other through SMOK

          0 · Street art

          This mural is located in the reading garden of the Permeke Library.

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        13. Chocolate Nation

          0 · Museum

          Chocolate Nation directly opposite Central Station is the largest Belgian chocolate museum in the …

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        14. Central Station

          0 · Trainstation

          The Antwerp Central Station, also known as Middenstatie (Middle station) or Spoorwegkathedraal …

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        15. Antwerp ZOO

          0 · Zoo

          The Antwerp ZOO is one of the oldest and best-known zoos in Europe. It will take you and your …

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        16. Dageraadplaats

          0 · Square

          Are you longing for a refreshing pint of beer, a strong coffee, or a steaming dish of good food …

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        17. Zurenborg

          0 · Neighborhood

          Cycle under the railway and you end up in a beautiful Belle Epoque quarter. You won't believe your …

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        18. Meeting of Styles

          0 · Street art

          Antwerp likes to showcase the phenomenal street art in its districts. This is not just a city …

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        19. Antwerp-Berchem station

          0 · Street art

          With an average of 15,000 travellers on any given weekday, this station is the ninth largest …

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        20. Unitas Garden District

          0 · Heritage

          The Unitas Tuinwijk, a design of the architect Eduard Van Steenbergen, is situated just outside …

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        21. Boekenberg Park

          0 · City park

          Boekenberg Park has a very special asset, which is quite rare in Belgium: a 73-metre long …

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        22. Brilschans Park

          0 · Park

          At first glance, you would never guess that you’re standing on the site of former military domain …

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        23. Nachtegalenpark

          0 · Park

          The locals call Nachtegalenpark the “lungs” of the city. Many of them come here to enjoy the peace …

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        24. Middelheim Park

          0 · Park

          If you have time, be sure to cycle through the Middelheim Park with its impressive collection of …

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        25. Middelheim Museum

          0 · Museum

          There are plenty of good reasons to step of your bike and visit the Middelheim Museum. Let’s start …

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        26. Maison Guiette by le Corbusier

          0 · House

          Maison Guiette is located at Populierenlaan 32, the only house in Belgium designed by Le …

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        27. Tentoonstellingswijk

          0 · Arts Centre

          While this route takes you past plenty of hidden gems and sights, the Tentoonstellingswijk or …

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        28. Mastvest

          0 · Fortification

          Mastvest is located along the Ring cycle path around Antwerp. It is the only remaining moat of the …

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        29. Het Zuid

          0 · Neighborhood

          Het Zuid is a popular city district with numerous museums, galleries, shops, bars and restaurants. …

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        30. Antwerp Baroque by Astro

          0 · Street art

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        Cathedral-of-our-Lady
        Grote Markt and town hall
        DIVA
        Het Steen
        MAS - Museum aan de Stroom
        Red Star Line Museum
        Port House
        The new Port House
        Park Spoor Noord
        Damplein
        Ijzerlaan
        We Understand Each Other through SMOK
        Chocolate Nation
        Central Station
        Antwerp ZOO
        Dageraadplaats
        Zurenborg
        Meeting of Styles
        Antwerp-Berchem station
        Unitas Garden District
        Boekenberg Park
        Brilschans Park
        Nachtegalenpark
        Middelheim Park
        Middelheim Museum
        Maison Guiette by le Corbusier
        Tentoonstellingswijk
        Mastvest
        Het Zuid
        Antwerp Baroque by Astro
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