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Sint-Pauluskerk
This imposing church was built in
1571, but has a magnificent
Baroque gate and spire
dating from the late
17th century. Inside,
there is a noted
collection of
J O R D A E N S K A A I work by Rubens.
paintings,
including one
especially fine

To Centraal Station

. Grote Markt
Antwerp’s golden
age of trade in the
K U I P E R S S T R A A T
16th century is
Z I R K S T R A A T
reflected in the
square’s cosmopoli tan
1564 town hall, built
by architects from all
over Europe.
V E R S M I D S T R A A T
. Onze-Lieve-Vrouwe Kathedraal
The largest Gothic cathedral in Belgium,
this building occupies a 1-ha (2.5-acre)-
site in Antwerp’s centre. Work began on
this elegant church in 1352 and took
almost two centuries to complete.

To Rubenshuis

Groenplaats
The Groenplaats or Green Square
is a pleasant open space with
trees. Lined with cafés, bars and
restaurants, the square is a popular
spot with both locals and visitors
for a peaceful stroll or meal.

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