Beveren Things to Do

In front of the city library (Stadsbibliotheek) on the Hendrik Conscience Plein, there is a wonderful statue of Hendrik Conscience (1812-1883), the 19th century writer who taught his fellow countrymen to read. The market square... more

If you're an architecture fanatic you must take a walk down Antwerp's famous Cogels-Osylei, near the Berchem railway station. In the Cogels-Osylei, you'll be able to feast your eyes on some exquisite examples of private houses,... more

Meir is the main shopping street in Antwerp. It is located in the center of the city and runs between the Central Station and the Town Hall. The street is closed to automotive traffic, so people can have an easier time shopping... more

This exhibition center is named after Queen Fabiola (wife of the late King Boudewijn). It's reserved for showcasing the works of young artists who live, work or study in the Antwerp region. These artists are recent graduates an... more

Rubens is by far the most important painter who ever lived in Antwerp. His house at Wapper Square is now a museum housing many of his paintings. In addition, every year on August 15th, Antwerp recreates the atmosphere of the go... more

Sterckshof is a museum and park situated just outside Antwerp in Deurne. The castle with a mote was originally built in the 14th and 15th century, and belonged to Jan Sterck. The current building was constructed from 1927 to 19... more

The Boekenbeurs (Book Show) is held every year in November in the Bouwcentrum, a huge trade hall. Enjoy the offerings of all the major and smaller publishers from the Flemish-speaking regions, as well as a wide selection of Fre... more

Fakkelteater is used by several performing art companies and can accommodate up to 300 people. In the Teatercafé you can enjoy a drink, and on Sundays you can witness live bands, small orchestras and choirs. The Kelderteater is... more

Around 30 years ago, Hans Beers moved from Holland to Antwerp, the city he knew as a student and where he used to go out with his friends. He was looking for a house where he could live and work and found the ideal place in the... more

The Echt Antwaarps Teater is geared toward those who understand Antwerp Flemish, the regional variant of Dutch that is the standard language in Flanders. The group is directed by television director Ruud De Ridder. Together wit... more