Merksem, Administrative district in Antwerp, Belgium
Merksem extends along the Albert Canal, forming a northern section of Antwerp with residential areas and commercial zones spread across its territory.
The settlement originated in Gallo-Roman times as a border settlement, with the name combining 'Merk' for border and 'Heim' for settlement.
The district maintains Flemish traditions through local festivities and community gatherings, where residents participate in seasonal celebrations throughout the year.
The district connects to central Antwerp through multiple public transport options, including regular bus services and dedicated cycling paths along major routes.
The Albert Canal forms the southern border of Merksem, providing an essential freight shipping route between the Port of Antwerp and Liège.
Location: Antwerp
Elevation above the sea: 5 m
Website: https://merksem.be
GPS coordinates: 51.24280,4.44140
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:31
Sportpaleis
1.3 km
Lotto Arena
1.4 km
Fort van Merksem
2.5 km
Deurne bridge
1.1 km
Flyover of Merksem
1.1 km
Burgemeester Gabriël Theunis bridge
841 m
Bouckenborgh Castle
845 m
IJzerlaanbrug
1 km
Sint-Bartholomeuskerk
153 m
Albert canal rail bridges
1.2 km
Bisschoppenhof
1.8 km
Sint-Franciscuskerk
742 m
Ophaalbrug Merksem Groot Dok
911 m
Ophaalbrug Merksem Klein Dok
606 m
Hof van Roosendael
920 m
Sint-Lambertuskerk
1.5 km
Districtshuis Merksem
80 m
Sint-Jozefskerk
1.8 km
Onze-Lieve-Vrouw van Zeven Smartenkerk
1.4 km
Heilig Sacramentskerk
845 m
Onze-Lieve-Vrouw van Altijddurende Bijstandkerk
1.9 km
Heilig Hartkerk
1.6 km
Blijde Boodschapkerk
1.2 km
Landhuis 't Galjoen
830 m
Sint-Jozefkerk
1.8 km
Villa Lisette
1.7 km
Catershoeve
1.2 km
N.V. Rijstpellerijen N. en C. Boost
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