Grand Place (Grote Markt)
The center of the old town is Antwerp’s Grand Place (Grote Markt), which is home to the town hall and various guild houses. The elaborate Brabo Fountain, which was built in 1887 by Jef Lambeaux and shows the Roman soldier Silvius Brabo flinging the giant Antigonus’ severed hand into the Scheldt, is situated in the center.
Built by Cornelis Floris de Vriendt between 1561 and 1565, the Town Hall (or Stadhuis) occupies the western side of the square. The inside is decorated with paintings by H. Leys depicting Antwerp’s history. Apart from the Stadhuis, the majority of the structures lining the Grote Markt were formerly guild houses (gildehuizen), which served as the administrative centers of the city’s guilds in the 16th and 17th centuries.
Details:
- Grote Markt, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
Proximity to Key Areas
- Fashion District: The Antwerp Fashion District, renowned for its designer boutiques and the ModeMuseum (MoMu), is approximately a 10-minute walk (around 800 meters) from Antwerp Central Station.
- Diamond District: The Diamond District, located adjacent to the station, is just a 5-minute walk (about 400 meters) away. This area is famous for its diamond trade and numerous diamond shops.
- City Centre: The city centre, including key landmarks like the Cathedral of Our Lady and the Grote Markt, is roughly a 15-minute walk (around 1.2 kilometers) from the station.
Plan Your Stay in Antwerp
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