Everything you need to know about the traffic situation during the Antwerp 10 Miles On Sunday, 17 April, Antwerp will receive thousands of runners and supporters on both sides of the river Scheldt for the 31st edition of the DVV Antwerp 10 Miles and the Antwerp Marathon. Here you will find all the information you need to reach Antwerp on the day of the event and to move about in the city. Five races on one day 9.00 a.m. DVV Antwerp Marathon 11.00 a.m.
Chiquita Kids Run 1.4km (4-12 years)
12.00 noon
DVV Antwerp Short Run 5km
1.00 p.m.
New Balance Ladies Run 5 km
3.00 p.m.
DVV Antwerp 10 Miles (starts in three waves: 3.00 p.m. – 3.30 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.)
Public transport Except for the interruptions listed on www.delijn.be (tel.: + 32 70 220 200), all tram lines follow their normal routes. The interruptions will be kept as brief as possible. Public transport is the ideal way to follow the Marathon and the 10 Miles. Low-traffic area between Leien and Kaaien To guarantee optimal traffic flow, the zone between the Leien and the Kaaien will be a low-traffic area between 9.00 a.m. and 7 p.m. Extra bicycle parking facilities Bicycles are the ideal means of transport to move about on Sunday, 17 April, for both participants and supporters. Extra bicycle parking facilities will be installed on both the left bank (Van Eedenplein area) and the right bank (pedestrian tunnel and Steenplein area). Please note: crossing the river by bike in either direction will not be possible via the pedestrian tunnel or by boat. On foot or by bike The pedestrian tunnel (St-Anna tunnel) will be exceptionally reserved for pedestrians. The tunnel has a limited capacity. The free Flandria Boat is a good alternative for supporters. Bikes are exceptionally not allowed in the tunnel. You can leave your bike in one of the parking facilities near the tunnel. On the day of the DVV Antwerp 10 Miles & Marathon, the bicycle tunnel (De Gerlachekaai – Beatrijslaan) will be reserved for motorised transport (mopeds) and residents. The lifts and staircases have a limited capacity resulting in long waiting times. Therefore, we advise against the use of the cyclist tunnel on Sunday, 17 April. Use the free bicycle parking facilities on the left bank (cyclist tunnel) and the right bank (near the pedestrian tunnel, Zuiderterras and at Steenplein). You can then cross the river Scheldt by boat or via the pedestrian tunnel. Walking through the pedestrian tunnel to get to the left bank will be faster than taking a bike through the cyclist tunnel. The course of the race
is designed to minimize disruptions to public transport. Public transport company De Lijn will be operating its trams and buses at maximum capacity. Crossing the river by boat Compared to previous years, the ferry capacity will be much larger and the travel time significantly shorter. This allows more runners and supporters to make use of the ferry service. Between 11.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. there is a FREE ferry service between the left and right banks. On the right bank, all boats leave from the pontoon at Steenplein. On the left bank, there are two jetties: at the start and finish area and at St. Anna Beach (Sint-Annastrand). Bicycles are not allowed on board. You can leave your bike in the parking facilities at Steenplein. Kennedy, Bolivar and Waasland tunnels temporarily closed For safety reasons, the Kennedy, Bolivar and Waasland tunnels will be temporarily closed on Sunday, 26 April.
Waasland tunnel: closed between 8.30 a.m. and 7.45 p.m. Bolivar tunnel: closed between 12 noon and 6.45 p.m. Kennedy tunnel in the direction of Antwerp/the Netherlands: closed between 1.30 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. Traffic toward Antwerp/the Netherlands is diverted via the Liefkenshoektunnel (LHT), which will be toll-free for the occasion.
Coming to Antwerp The best way to reach Antwerp on 17 April is by public transport. If you do decide to come by car, the best solution is to park on one of the five free car parks. Because the Kennedy, Bolivar and Waasland tunnels will be closed for several hours, the use of alternative routes is recommended. You can find those alternative routes below. Coming from East or West Flanders?
By public transport
Take the train to Antwerpen-Centraal (Antwerp central station) and walk via the Meir to the Scheldekaaien (quays of the river Scheldt). You’ll immediately discover part of the running course and you can already enjoy the atmosphere on the go. To cross the river Scheldt, you can choose between the pedestrian tunnel and the boat to Linkeroever (the left bank, see free ferry).
By car
Via the E17 Ghent – Antwerp
Take exit 16 (Kruibeke/Melsele), follow the Krijgsbaan and park your car on the P&R Melsele Vendoorn 1, Melsele. From the car park, you can reach the 'Halewijn' stop with trams 3, 5, 9 and 15. From there, you can walk to the start and finish area.
Via the E34 Zelzate – Antwerp
Take exit 7 (Antwerpen-Linkeroever), follow the Charles de Costerlaan and park in the Charles de Costerlaan car park or follow the arrows to the other car parks in this parking area. Continue on foot toward the start and finish area.
Coming from the Netherlands or the north of the province of Antwerp?
By public transport
Take the train to Antwerpen-Centraal (Antwerp central station) and walk via the Meir to the Scheldekaaien (quays of the river Scheldt). You’ll immediately discover part of the running course and you can already enjoy the entertainment on the go. To cross the river Scheldt, you can choose between the pedestrian tunnel and the boat to Linkeroever (the left bank).
By car
Via the A12 Bergen op Zoom – Antwerp and via the E19 Breda – Antwerp
Take Ring 1 – exit 1 (Merksem), follow Groenendaallaan – Minister Delbekelaan – G. Theunisbrug. Park your car in the car park at Slachthuislaan 70, 2060 Antwerp or follow the arrows to the other car parks in this parking area. Take tram 3 or 5 or a shuttle bus to the stop F. Van Eeden.
Via the E19 Breda – Antwerp
Take exit 5 (Kleine Bareel), follow Bredabaan, Keizershoek. Park your car at the P&R Keizershoek – Carrefour Bredabaan, Merksem. Take tram 3 to the stop F. Van Eeden.
Coming from Mechelen or Brussels?
By public transport
Take the train to Antwerpen-Berchem and take tram 4 toward Groenplaats. To cross the river Scheldt, you can choose between the pedestrian tunnel and the boat to Linkeroever (the left bank). Follow the signs.
By car
Via the A12 Brussels – Boom – Antwerp
Follow the R1 – exit 3 (Deurne).
Park your car in the car park at Slachthuislaan 70, 2060 Antwerp or follow the arrows to the other car parks in this parking area. Take tram 3 or 5 or a shuttle bus to the stop F. Van Eeden.
Via the E19 Brussels – Mechelen – Antwerp
Follow the R1 – exit 3 (Deurne): Park your car in the car park at Slachthuislaan 70, 2060 Antwerp or follow the arrows to the other car parks in this parking area. Take tram 3 or 5 or a shuttle bus to the stop F. Van Eeden.
Coming from the Kempen or Limburg?
By public transport
Take the train to Antwerpen-Berchem and take tram 4 toward Groenplaats. To cross the river Scheldt, you can choose between the pedestrian tunnel and the boat to Linkeroever (the left bank). Follow the signs.
By car
Via the E34 or E313:
Follow the R1 – exit 3 (Deurne). Park your car in the car park at Slachthuislaan 70, 2060 Antwerp or follow the arrows to the other car parks in this parking area. Take tram 3 or 5 or a shuttle bus to the stop F. Van Eeden.
Via the E34:
Take exit 18 (Wommelgem), follow the R11 (Autolei) – Krijgsbaan – Turnhoutsebaan and park your car at Makro, Turnhoutsebaan. Take tram 5 to the stop F. Van Eeden.
Leaving Antwerp In the direction of Ghent
From Linkeroever (left bank): before and after the 10 Miles and Marathon via Blancefloerlaan – Halewijnlaan – Charles de Costerlaan (E17 – E34 – N49). From the city centre: via south side of the Leien – Singel – Kolonel Silvertopstraat – take the slip road in the direction of Ghent (E17). From the city centre: via north side of the Leien – Noorderlaan – Groenendaallaan and take the slip road in the direction of Ghent (E17).
In the direction of Brussels
From Linkeroever (the left bank): before 1.00 p.m. and after 6 p.m. via Blancefloerlaan to slip road at ‘Gazet van Antwerpen’ – Kennedy tunnel – Ring R2 – exit to E19 in the direction of Brussels. From Linkeroever (the left bank): between 1.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. via E34 – R2 – Liefkenshoektunnel (toll-free). From the city centre: via south side of the Leien – Singel – Kolonel Silvertopstraat – take the slip road in the direction of Brussels (A12). From the city centre: via south side of the Leien – Singel – take the slip road in the direction of Brussels (E19). From the city centre: via north side of the Leien – Noorderlaan – Groenendaallaan and take the slip road in the direction of Brussels/Hasselt/Ghent – via Ring R1 to exit Brussels A12/E19.
In the direction of Hasselt
From Linkeroever (the left bank): before 1.00 p.m. and after 6 p.m. via Blancefloerlaan to slip road at ‘Gazet van Antwerpen’ – Kennedy tunnel – Ring R2. From Linkeroever (the left bank): between 1.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. via E34 – R2 – Liefkenshoektunnel (toll-free). From the city centre: via south side of the Leien – Singel – Kolonel Silvertopstraat – take the slip road in the direction of Hasselt/Bergen op Zoom – via Ring R2 to exit E34/E313 in the direction of Hasselt. From the city centre: via north side of the Leien – Noorderlaan – Groenendaallaan and take the slip road in the direction of Brussels/Hasselt/Ghent – via Ring R1 to exit E34/E313 in the direction of Hasselt.
In the direction of the Netherlands
From Linkeroever (the left bank): before 1.00 p.m. and after 6 p.m. via Blancefloerlaan to slip road at ‘Gazet van Antwerpen’ – Kennedy tunnel – Ring R2. From Linkeroever (the left bank): between 1.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. via E34 – R2 – Liefkenshoektunnel (toll-free). From the city centre: via south side of the Leien – Singel, Kolonel Silvertopstraat, and take the slip road in the direction of Hasselt/Bergen op Zoom – via Ring R2 – continue on the ring road until you reach the junction with the E19 in the direction of Breda or take the exit in the direction of Bergen op Zoom via the A12. From the city centre: via south side of the Leie, Noorderlaan, Groenendaallaan and take the slip road in the direction of Breda/Bergen op Zoom underneath the ring road – via Ring R2 until you reach the junction with the E19 in the direction of Breda or take the exit in the direction of Bergen op Zoom via the A12.
More information: De Blauwe Lijn (Local police of Antwerp): +32 800 123 12 Website of the DVV Antwerp 10 Miles & Marathon Visit Antwerp: +32 3 232 01 03
Information service of the City of Antwerp: +32 3 221 13 33 Public transport company ‘De Lijn’: +32 70 22 02 00