Grote Markt (Antwerp)
Panorama of Antwerp's Grote Markt
The Grote Markt ("Great Market Square") of Antwerp is a town square situated in the heart of the old city quarter. It is filled with an extravagant city hall, numerous elaborate 16th century guildhalls, many restaurants and cafés. Lying within walking distance of the Scheldt river, it hosts a Christmas market and ice rink in winter.
Attractions[]
Attractions include:[1]
- Antwerp City Hall, built on the foundation of a precursor
- The Guildhalls of Sint-Joris at Grote Markt 7 and de Valk at Grote Markt 11
- Brabo Fountain, created by Jef Lambeaux, depicting a city legend
- Antwerp Jazz Club (AJC)
The tourist office is also located here. Not anymore... it is now situated in the building 'Het Steen' on the river Schelde
Gallery[]
Views of the Grote Markt:
Antwerp City Hall with statue of Silvius Brabo
City Hall with Brabo (close-up)
Monumental buildings
Grote Markt with guild houses
References[]
- ^ "De grote markt Antwerpen" (in Dutch). kunsttrip.nl. Retrieved 27 Sep 2014.
External links[]
Categories:
- Buildings and structures in Antwerp
- Tourist attractions in Antwerp
- Squares in Belgium
- Streets in Antwerp