District of Antwerp

The District of Antwerp is an administrative area of the city that spans a large territory and includes multiple neighborhoods ranging from residential areas to commercial and entertainment zones. These different parts are connected by a network of trams, buses, and bicycle paths that keep all sections linked together.

The area received its current administrative form in 1958 when it was established as a separate district of the city. Since then it has developed as an important residential and administrative area that shaped the city's growth.

The district shows the presence of different communities through daily life: from kosher restaurants to traditional Asian shops line the streets. This diversity shapes how people here interact and move through their neighborhoods.

You can move around this area easily using public transportation as all parts are well connected. For shorter distances bicycles are a popular choice, and there are plenty of paths for exploring everywhere.

The area played an important role in modern administrative reform that changed how the city organized itself. This makes it a place where you can see how city administration and development work in Belgium.

Location: Antwerp

Website: https://antwerpen.be/nl/overzicht/district-antwerpen-1

GPS coordinates: 51.22060,4.39970

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:21