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Antwerp
Antwerp has shrugged off its reputation as a purely industrial
port city and is now known for its energetic nightlife with an
active cultural scene. It has a dense concentration of things to
see. Among the beautifully preserved Gothic and Baroque
architecture are many churches, museums and galleries. The work of
the local sculptor, Peter Paul Reubens, surfaces all over the city,
most notably at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts. At the centre of the
city is the Grote Markt with the baroque Brabo Fountain in the
middle. There are countless shopping opportunities and trendy bars
and nightclubs around the city for the fashion-conscious and young
at heart.
Information & Facts
Climate
The climate in Antwerp is distinctly maritime, with the weather
conditions generally being quite mild. There is a chance of sunny,
grey or rainy days year-round in Antwerp, regardless of season.
July and August are usually the warmest months in Antwerp but are
also the wettest. The most pleasant time to visit Antwerp is
probably in April or May.
Language
The Flemish, in the north, speak Dutch (60% of the
population); the Walloons in the south speak French (40%). Brussels
is bilingual, the majority of citizens speaking French. In the east
there is a small German-speaking community. English is also
spoken.
Money
Euro (EUR) divided into 100 cents. Most credit cards are
accepted (Visa, American Express, Diners Club and Eurcard) as are
travellers cheques (though it is best to carry them in Euros, US
dollars or Pounds Sterling to avoid additional charges when
exchanging). ATMs are available in all major cities. Banks are open
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, and are closed on Saturdays, Sundays
and holidays. Some banks close for an hour during lunch. There are
however some foreign exchange offices that trade on Sundays.
Time
Local time in Belgium is GMT +1 (GMT +2 from the last Sunday
in March to the last Sunday in October).