Belgium and Luxembourg (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

ANTWERP 147

. Onze-Lieve-
Vrouwekathedraal
The largest Gothic cathedral in
Belgium, this building occupies a
1-ha (2.5-acre) site in Antwerp’s
centre. Work began on the church
in 1352 and after two centuries the
second spire was left incomplete.

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To Rubenshuis and

Centraal Station

To Koninklijk Museum

voor Schone Kunsten

. Grote Markt
Antwerp’s golden
age of trade in
the 16th century
is reflected in the
square’s impressive
line-up of elaborate
16th- and 17th-
century guildhouses.

St-Pauluskerk

This imposing church

was built in 1517, but

has a magnificent

Baroque gate and spire

dating from the late

17th century. Inside,

there is a noted col-

lection of paint-

ings, including

a particularly

fine work

by Rubens.

Groenplaats

The Groenplaats or

Green Square is a pleas-

ant open space with trees

and a statue of Rubens.

Lined with cafés and

bars, the square is a

popular spot with both

locals and visitors for a

relaxed stroll or drink.

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