Bourse at Antwerp, Exchange building near Meir commercial street, Antwerp, Belgium
The Bourse features a rectangular courtyard enclosed by Moorish arcades, with a glass dome covering the central space for natural light protection.
Established in 1531 as the first dedicated commodity exchange building, the Bourse influenced the design of London's Royal Exchange and other European trading centers.
The building served as a meeting point for international merchants who gathered to trade commodities, establishing Antwerp as a major European commercial center.
Following extensive renovations completed in 2019, the Bourse now functions as a multipurpose venue with restaurants, hosting events from Thursday through Sunday.
Archaeological excavations during restoration uncovered medieval walls, fireplaces, and Iron Age urns beneath the building's foundations.
Location: Antwerp
Inception: 1531
Architects: Origin, ELD partnership
Website: https://handelsbeursantwerpen.be/
Opening Hours: juillet-août Lundi-Dimanche 10:00-19:00
Website: https://handelsbeursantwerpen.be
GPS coordinates: 51.21931,4.40611
Latest update: June 4, 2025 09:46
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