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TOURISM ANTWERP

Grote Markt 13 | B-2000 ANTWERP | Tel. +32 (0)3 232 01 03

Fax +32 (0)3 231 19 37 | [email protected] | www.visitantwerp.be

Table of Contents

1.Baroque Antwerp

3 1.1.Rubens’ House

4 1.2.Plantin-Moretus Museum

4 1.3.Rockox House

5 1.4.Our Blessed Lady Cathedral

6 1.5.Saint Carolus Borromeus Church

6 1.6.Saint Paul Church

7 1.7.Saint Jacob Church

7 1.8.AMUZ: Augustine Music Centre

2.Discovering, Experiencing and Tasting Antwerp

9 2.1.Guided Strolls

10 2.2.Walking Guides

10 2.3.The Antwerp Sewers

11 2.4.Historical Cycling Tour in Antwerp

11 2.5.Middelheim Creative Workshop

Baroque, intelligent, multi-faceted, fascinating,

surprising… these are a few of the words that describe

the character and style of Rubens. His works can be

admired worldwide: in London, Madrid, Munich, Paris,

St. Petersburg, Washington, Vienna and of course

Antwerp. In this versatile artist’s home base, visitors

can view his house, studio and grave.

Approximately 50 of his paintings and oil sketches

belong to the permanent offer of Antwerp museums

and churches. Most of them can still be found on the

original site where they were created nearly 400

years ago.

The name Rubens is forever linked to Antwerp, just

as that of Andy Warhol is to New York.

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Photos: Tourism Antwerp , Greet Vlegels and Ontwerper TV/RRP/VK/OAP

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1.1. Rubens’ House

The Rubens House is a great evocation of a 17th century townhouse and artist’s home as well as Rubens’ living environment. In the museum visitors will experience Rubens as a successful self-made man with many talents. He was not only an experienced painter but also an architect, active diplomat, enthusiastic collector, scientist, husband and father. The height of the collection is ten works by Rubens, including a self-portrait, “Adam and Eve”, “Henry IV at the battle of Ivry” and a portrait of Antoon van Dyck as a young man

Attention-Getters

• The large studio.• The central courtyard with

its baroque portico.• The garden with its authentic pavilion:

“Little Italy”.

Address

Wapper 9-11 - 2000 AntwerpTel.: +32 (0)3 201 15 55Fax: +32 (0)3 227 36 92E-mail: [email protected]: museum.antwerpen.be/rubenshuis Dutch, English

Rates

Adults: €6 per person Groups (min. 15 persons) and - 26 years: €4 per person Disabled, school groups, up to 19 and over 65 years: free admissionAdmission to Mayer van den Bergh museum included.During exhibitions other rates may apply.

Open

Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (last admission at 4.30 p.m.). Open exceptionally on Easter Monday and Whitsun Monday. Closed: Mondays, 1 and 2 January, 1 May, Ascension Day, 1 and 2 November, 25 and 26 December.

Guided Tours

Individuals or groups (maximum 20 per group).Duration: 1.5 hours Price: €55 per guide Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian

Audio guide

Included in admission priceLanguages: Dutch, English, French, German

Not accessible to wheelchair users

Exclusive

Late night events

An evening in the unique setting of the Rubens house combined with a tour is unforgettable. Various options are available. Information and reservations:[email protected]

1.2. Plantin-Moretus Museum

This museum is the extension of the Offi cina Plantiniana, founded in 1555 by Christoffel Plantijn, the fi rst industrial printer in history. Recognised as Unesco world heritage in 2005, the museum provides an exciting overview of the art of printing from the 15th to the 18th century. The museum has an original interior, richly decorated with tapestries and gold leather. In addition it has a unique collection of paintings and sculptures, and a library with a collection of vintage books.

Attention-Getters

• Printing presses from the 17th and 18th century

• Interior garden in Flemish Renaissance style

Address

Vrijdagmarkt 22-23 - 2000 AntwerpTel.: +32 (0)3 221 14 50Fax: +32 (0)3 221 14 71E-mail: [email protected]: museum.antwerpen.be/plantin_moretus Dutch, English

Rates

Adults: €6 per person Groups (min. 15 persons) and up to 26 years: €4 per person Disabled, - 19 years, school groups and 65 +: free admission During exhibitions other rates may apply.

Open

Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Open exceptionally on Easter Sunday and Whitsun Monday.Closed: Mondays, 1 and 2 January, 1 May, Ascension Day, 1 and 2 November, 25 and 26 December.

Guided Tours

Individuals or groups (maximum 20 persons per group).Duration: 2 hoursPrice: €55 per guide Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian

Ground fl oor only accessible to wheelchair users

1.3. Rockox House

This was once the home of 17th century mayor Nicolaas Rockox, an art collector and friend of Rubens. In the Rockox house works by Rubens, Van Dyck, Jordaens, Teniers, Breughel, and Metsijs may be viewed.

Address

Keizerstraat 10-12 - 2000 AntwerpTel.: +32 (0)3 201 92 50Fax: +32 (0)3 231 76 81E-mail: [email protected]: www.rockoxhuis.be Dutch, French, English

Rates

Adults: €2.50 per person Groups (min. 15 persons) and - 26 years: €1.25 per person Disabled, - 12 years, students and 60+: free admissionDuring exhibitions other rates may apply.

Open

Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Open exceptionally on Easter Sunday and Whitsun Monday.Closed: Mondays, 1 and 2 January, 1 May, Ascension Day, 1 and 2 November, 25 and 26 December.

Guided Tours

Individuals or groups (maximum 20 persons per group).Duration: 1.5 hoursPrice: €55 per guide Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian

Accessible to wheelchair users

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1.4. Our Blessed Lady Cathedral

After 169 years of construction (1352-1521) the cathedral rose as a stone lacework, 123 metres high above Flanders. This made the cathedral the tallest gothic building in the Netherlands. The cathedral is actually a huge treasure chamber with, among others, art works by Rubens. After 20 years or restoration work the church with seven aisles shines again in all its architectural glory.

Attention-Getters

“The Raising of the Cross” and “Descent from the Cross” by RubensTIP

Carillon concertsMonday-Wednesday-Friday from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.01/05 - 30/09: also on Sundays from 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.July and August: also on Mondays from 8 p.m. - 9 p.m

Address

Handschoenmarkt - 2000 Antwerp Tel.: +32 (0)3 213 99 51Fax: +32 (0)3 231 86 17E-mail: [email protected]: www.dekathedraal.be Dutch, French, German, English

Rates

Adults: €2 per person Groups (min. 20 persons) and disabled: €1.50 per person Up to 12 years: free admission

Open

Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sundays and church holidays from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. On eves of church holidays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Closed to tourists during religious services.

Guided Tours

Individuals or groups (maximum 20 persons per group).Duration: 2 hoursPrice: €55 per guide Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian.


Exclusive

Visit behind the scenes

Visit the chapter room, church warden room, sacristy and the 65 meter tall south tower.Duration of visit: 2.5 hours Maximum 20 personsVisit possible: Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Rates €5 per person + guide €55Reservations: 1 week before date of visitLanguages: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and ChineseNot accessible to wheelchair users.

Late night event

Exclusive visit after opening hoursDuration of visit: 1 - 1,5 hoursMaximum 500 personsRates: up to 40 persons: €125

per 5 additional persons (up to 80 persons): + €15 per person80 persons: €245 80 - 250 persons: €495 250 - 500 persons: €1,115 Guide: €55 per guide per 20 persons

Reservations: 3 weeks before date of visitAccessible to wheelchair users

Organ demonstration

Unique demonstration on Metzler & Schyven organDuration of visit: 1 hourMaximum 500 personsRates:CHURCHUp to 40 persons: €125 Per 5 additional persons (up to 80 persons): €15 per person80 - 250 persons: €495 250 - 500 persons: €1,115 ORGANISTup to 40 persons: €125per 5 additional persons (up to 80 persons): + €15 per person80 - 250 persons: €495 250 - 500 persons: to be paid to organistReservations: 2 weeks before date of visitAccessible to wheelchair users

Tower climbing

Possible on specifi c daysReservations: Tel.: +32 (0)3 203 95 85

1.5. Saint Carolus Borromeus Church

This is the Rubens church par excellence. Rubens played an important role in the decoration of the façade and the crowning of the tower. Jesuits built this typical baroque church between 1615 and 1621. The main altar’s apses, the Mary Chapel and the numerous sculptures and wood carvings are a testament to the earlier pomp and circumstance.

Attention-Getters

Using its original and still operational mechanism above the main alter, the paintings can be changed. An impressive spectacle! TIP

Sunday at 11.30 a.m.: “Artist’s Mass”: celebration with musical accompaniment

Address

Hendrik Conscienceplein 6 2000 AntwerpTel.: +32 (0)3 231 37 51Fax: +32 (0)3 289 41 53E-mail: [email protected]: www.topa.be Dutch, French, German, English, Spanish, Italian

Rates

Free admission

Open

Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.Closed to tourists during religious services.

Guided Tours



1.6. Saint Paul’s Church

Originally Saint Paul’s church was part of an extensive Dominican convent. It was consecrated in 1571 as a replacement for a former house of prayer. After a fi re in 1679, a new Baroque tower was built. The magnifi cent interior includes more than 50 paintings by famous Antwerp masters such as Rubens, Van Dyck and Jordaens; more than 200 sculptures, glorious Baroque altars and sculpted church furniture that is among the most beautiful in the world. The organ, dating back to the 17th century, has been repeatedly restored and expanded.

Attention-Getters

Impressive 18th century Calvary with more than 60 lifelike fi gures (next to the church - corner Veemarkt/Zwart-zustersstraat).

Address

Veemarkt 14 - 2000 Antwerp Tel. and fax: +32 (0)3 232 32 67 (reservation for groups).E-mail: [email protected]: www.topa.be Dutch, French, German, English, Spanish, Italian

Rates

Free admission

Open

1 May - 30 September: Monday to Sunday from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Closed to tourists during religious services.

Guided Tours

Individuals or groups (maximum 20 persons per group).Duration: 1.5 hoursPrice: €55 per guide Languages: Dutch, English, French, German


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1.7. Saint Jacob’s Church

The church was built between 1491 and 1656 in the Brabant Gothic style. The upper classes, traders and nobility showed their prosperity by constructing a tower that was taller than that of the cathedral. However, for fi nancial reasons the tower could only be built 55 metres high. Within the church parishioners had better luck fl aunting their riches, which led to an impressive and opulently decorated interior.

Attention-Getters

Peter Paul Rubens’ grave behind the main alter in the Chapel of Our Lady. Rubens himself painted “Our Lady Surrounded by Saints” for his tombstone.

Address

Lange Nieuwstraat 73-75 2000 AntwerpTel.: +32 (0)3 232 10 32

+32 (0)3 225 04 14 (reservations for groups)

Fax: +32 (0)3 323 10 32E-mail: [email protected]: www.topa.be Dutch, French, German, English, Spanish, Italian

Rates

Adults: €2 per person Groups (min. 20 persons), students and disabled: €1.50 per person

Open

1 April - 31 October: Monday to Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed: TuesdaysClosed to tourists during religious services.

Guided Tours



1.8. AMUZ: Augustine Music centre

Antwerp has a new concert hall: the Augustine Music Centre. AMUZ presents a varied programme based on old music, coupled with other genres, cultures and artistic productions. The name Augustine Music centre refers on the one hand to the unique setting of the secularised Saint Augustine Church, which was converted into a modern concert hall with respect for its cultural and historic value. On the other hand the name refers to the interaction the organisation strives for: gathering a large audience, young talent, ensembles in residence, nationally and internationally renowned artistes in a central meeting place around various types of music. With broad cultural diversity in programming, AMUZ aims to target as wide an audience as possible: faithful concert goers, music lovers who want to be pampered and cultural tourists visiting Antwerp, city of the arts. But those of you who wish to spend pleasant quality time are also more than welcome.

Address

Kammenstraat 81 - 2000 AntwerpTel.: +32 (0)3 202 46 69E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.amuz.be

AMUZ Season

The AMUZ season runs from October to May. Sunday afternoon concerts start at 3 p.m., evening concerts start at 9 p.m. There is no intermission, unless specifi ed.

Tickets

• From the AMUZ ticket counter: one hour before the start of performance you can only pay for the ticket at the AMUZ counter in cash or with VISA or MasterCard.

• By telephone: tel. +32 (0)3 229 18 80; Mon - Fri: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

• Online: http:// www.amuz.be; online you can only pay for your tickets by credit card

AMUZ grants discounts to -25/65+, BIG pass and culture cheque.


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TIP

•FoyerThe foyer is open one hour before the start of the performance. Drinks are available after the performance.

• Introductions and subsequent discussions

AMUZ provides introductions to evening performance. Musicologists and musicians place the concert’s music programme in a historic or broader framework. Pre-performance talks start 45 minutes before the performance. They are accessible on presentation of your performance ticket. During special events, subsequent discussions will take place with the performers. The most current information about these subsequent discussions can be found on the AMUZ website.

Exclusive

Tours

The former Saint Augustine Church is a pearl of early Baroque architecture, hidden in the heart of Antwerp. The fascinating story of the restored church and winter chapel and the completion of the new infrastructure is the basis for the tour organised by AMUZ for groups upon request. The tour also offers you a glance behind the scenes of AMUZ as a concert hall and organisation.Information: +32 (0)3 202 46 69

Fun Combinations

AMUZ means 100% enjoyment, pre and post concert. Upon simple request, the following arrangements can be made for groups. How about:• First an enjoyable brunch on Sunday

and attendance of an afternoon concert at AMUZ.

• Or an exciting city walk (Rubens, churches, history) combined with an evening concert. The walk begins and ends at AMUZ (in cooperation with Tourism Antwerp).

• After the concert, enjoy a bite to eat and a drink in the company of the artists. (maximum 30 persons).

• First a stop at the Plantin Moretus Museum, where a few exclusive pieces of musical notation are kept, and afterwards enjoy a concert at AMUZ.

• And from the autumn 2006 you can also combine a concert with a visit to the Vleeshuis Museum - Klank van de Stad (Sound of the City) and take along a piece of music history before the concert at AMUZ.

These combinations are always tailored to the size of the group. Information: +32 (0)3 202 46 69.

More than just a concert hall …

With a capacity of 400 seats, the infrastructure is not only suitable for concerts. It can also be rented for the organisation of courses, symposiums, congresses, etc.In addition the church, foyer and adjacent VIP room are perfect for an exclusive company or congress evening in an equally exclusive historic setting, with as a suggestion a concert and a reception. The concert hall’s detailed technical sheet can be downloaded from http://www.amuz.be.

Information and reservations

For detailed information about availability and prices for rental of the concert hall including the foyer or of the foyer separately, contact AMUZ on: +32 (0)3 202 46 69.

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22.1. Guided StrollsTIP

Rubens MarketAnnually, 15 August on the Grote Markt and surrounding streets. Dressed in 17th century costumes, the market vendors sing the praises of their goods.

Antwerp, the fi rst time

During this stroll, the guide takes the group through the history of the city centre. The highlight of this tour is the visit to the Our Blessed Lady Cathedral.

Traditional Antwerp

An adventure through the past and present of the sinjorenstad (City of Gentlemen) with, as a highlight, a visit to the world famous Rubens house.

Antwerp, the Golden Century

In the 16th century Antwerp reached its peak artistically and commercially. From then on the 16th century was referred to as Antwerp’s “Golden Century”. Along streets and alleys from this period visitors walk in Antwerp’s heyday. The stroll ends with a visit to the Plantin-Moretus printing museum.

Pearls of Antwerp

As highlights from the Baroque period the following are on offer during this stroll: the Carolus Borromeus Church and the Rockox house.

Rubens Open House

Visitors are immersed in Rubens’ life and his interrelationship with the city. The stroll begins where Rubens drew his inspiration: the Rubens house.

Rubens in Higher Spheres

The leitmotiv of this programme is Rubens’ spiritual quest and the infl uence of religion on his work and life. The guide will wait for the group near the Our Blessed Lady Cathedral and will lead them past historic churches that played an important role in Rubens’ life.

Antwerp Trendy at the Zuid

The Royal Museum for Fine Arts Antwerp represents the heartbeat of the new Zuid. The stroll takes you past the Photography Museum and the Contemporary Art Museum (MUHKA), and past various art galleries, new theatres and trendy clothes shops.

Viewing Rubens

Two-hour interactive visit of the extensive Rubens collection at the Royal Museum for Fine Arts Antwerp (KMSKA).

Reservations

Tourism Antwerp - Guide activities Tel.: +32 (0)3 203 95 30Fax: +32 (0)3 203 95 08 E-mail: [email protected]

Duration

Viewing Rubens: 2 hoursThe other strolls: 3 hours

Rates

Viewing Rubens: 55 eurosThe other strolls: €80 Admission price to the museum visited by the group during the stroll must be paid at the museum.

Languages

Dutch, French, German and English “Antwerp, the fi rst time” and “Traditional Antwerp” are also available in Spanish and Italian.

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2.2. Walking Guides

Rubens Walking Guide

A journey through the life of Antwerp’s most famous resident, Peter Paul Rubens.

Rates

€5Trade rate: €4

Languages

Dutch, French, German and English

Points of Sale

Tourism Antwerp Rubens HouseOther museums

2.3. The Antwerp Sewers

During this impressive underground adventure visitors are immersed in medieval Antwerp.

Reservations

Tourism Antwerp Tel.: +32 (0)3 232 01 03Fax: +32 (0)3 231 19 37 E-mail: [email protected]

Duration

3 hours

Rates

Ticket for guide: €80 (to be paid in advance) + rate of admission tickets: €135 per group of maximum 15 persons (to be paid on the same day at the “Ruihuis”) From the 16th person onwards: additional guide at €80 (to be paid in advance) + rate for admission ticket €6 per person (to be paid on the same day at the “Ruihuis”).

Languages


Not accessible to wheelchair users

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2.4. Historic Cycling Tour in Antwerp

Broaden your horizons and discover Antwerp by bicycle! Together with an expert guide you will cycle for two to three hours through a number of lesser-known neighbourhoods. Through the Scheldt quays you will ride to the old port where the Eilandje (Little Island) with its maritime past is looking forward to a promising future. Passing the magnifi cent old warehouses, of which a number have been converted into lofts, you will reach the Hessenhuis. You will continue the journey and discover the silence of the Beguinage, an oasis of tranquillity and beauty. Then you will cycle through the medieval streets of the Sint-Andries neighbourhood, ending up in the trendy Zuid, a 19th century neighbourhood with an attitude.

Reservations

Tourism Antwerp - Guide Activities Tel.: +32 (0)3 203 95 30Fax: +32 (0)3 203 95 08 E-mail: [email protected]

Rates

€55 per guide (2 hours)€25 per additional hour, bicycle rental not includedMore information about bicycles for rent can be obtained by reservation.

Number of persons

Maximum 15 persons

Languages


2.5. Middelheim creative workshop

The programme starts with the exploration of the Middelheim Open Air Museum for Sculpture and ends with a sculpture workshop during which your clients will be called upon to make full use of their creativity and imagination.

Addresss

Middelheimlaan 61 - 2020 Antwerp Tel.: +32 (0)3 828 13 50Fax: +32 (0)3 825 28 35E-mail: [email protected]: museum.antwerpen.be/middelheimopenluchtmuseum DutchContact: Ms Greet Stappaerts and Ms Greet Cooremans

Workshop rate

€66 per 2 hours/maximum 15 personsReservations: 3 weeks before date of visit

Open

October to the end of March from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. April and September from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.May and August from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. June and July from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.(last admission half an hour before closing time)Easter Monday and Whitsun Monday. Closed: Mondays, 1 and 2 January, 1 May, Ascension Day, 1 and 2 November, 25 and 26 December.

Workshop duration

2 hoursMaximum 45 visitors

Languages



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