This Is Antwerp #1 by Visit Antwerpen

THIS IS ANTWERP Antwerp - exactly what you would expect from a city: lively and cosmopolitan but also heart-warming and relaxed.

Colophon This magazine is a publication of the city of Antwerp and Antwerp Tourism & Convention. It was edited with great care. Antwerp Tourism & Convention cannot be held responsible for printing errors or changes. No part of this publication may be used by third parties without prior written consent of Antwerp Tourism & Convention. None of the addresses mentioned in this magazine paid for their mentioning in any way.

A city to simply enjoy yourself in a surrounding decorated with eye-catching architecture and countless cultural sights, numerous shopping possibilities, spacious parks to just chill out and recharge your batteries, clubs for absolutely every taste and cafes where the famous Belgian beers flow freely and until late in the night. In the summer time, Antwerp is just one big party location with the city festival “Summer of Antwerp”, many summer

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bars, lively squares and parks and even beaches. The fact that Antwerp is European Youth Capital 2011 makes the city an even cooler and more lively place you absolutely shouldn’t miss! Antwerp is situated right in the heart of Europe, which makes it easily accessible by air, train, car, bike and even by boat! Just choose your preferred way of travelling and the pocket-sized metropolis is sure to welcome you with open arms!

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Antwerp is widely known as a fashion city and a shopping paradise. This is absolutely true. You will not be disappointed. We have an ideal plan for those of you who only have one day to go shopping. If you have more time, just pick a neighbourhood and discover it slowly yet instinctively. Antwerp is a creative shopping city in which you can easily wander without getting lost and everything is only a stone’s throw away. Every neighbourhood has its own character but is still a part of the entity. Antwerp offers something for everybody.

Noord We pertly start in ‘Noord’ (North). This neighbourhood is popular and lively. You can shop on Carnotstraat, Offerandestraat and on the Turnhoutsebaan. All the stores sell cheaper versions of what you’ll find on the Meir. Many young people live here and they like the ‘less is okay’-principle. Apart from that ‘Noord’ is simply a hip place to be. The modern Designcenter | De Winkelhaak can be found where the Offerandestraat meets the Lange Winkelhaakstraat. This is a place where design, architecture, multimedia and graphic design encounter each other. The centre is alive and kicking. The small design shops with nice items are definitely worth a visit and Bar d’Office is a good place for a cup of coffee. Nearly opposite the Designcenter you can find Atelier Solarshop. This is also a place where a lot can happen. For the audience it’s mainly a gallery where young artists and designers regularly sell or exhibit their art. It’s always interesting to check what’s available. We leave ‘Noord’ and head for the Meir, quite a contrast indeed.

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Quartier Latin

This pedestrians-only boulevard rents its magnificent shopping premises to the big European chains. Here you’ll find H&M, Zara, Mango, Sfera, Bershka, Pull and Bear, River Island, Hema, P&C and many more. The boulevard runs through beautiful 18th & 19th century buildings so don’t be afraid to look up and admire them. The renovated historical architecture will leave you flabbergasted.

The Leopoldstraat, the Schuttershofstraat and Hopland form the Quartier Latin. This is not a genuine Antwerp name but was given to the neighbourhood comparing the luxurious streets to those of other major cities. Some ‘expensive’ names can be found in Quartier Latin: Essentiel, Burberry, Mer du Nord and Ralph Lauren prank next to each other.

The Stadsfeestzaal is a renovated neoclassical building from 1908. The former function hall is now a beautiful shopping centre on the Meir with stores such as COS, Urban Outfitters, women’secret and Wo_Men_At_Work. You can also discover nice things on the Meir’s side streets. Think Twice on the Lange Klarenstraat is one of many T2 stores in Antwerp. They sell second hand clothing and have a good, substantial and trendy collection. Basta is a hidden gem on the Twaalfmaandenstraat. This big store sells multiple Spanish brands. At the Wapper you have reached the halfway point of the Meir. Sit down at the fountain with the fishing eagle and enjoy the passers-by. Behind the Wapper, parallel to the Meir, is the beginning of the Quartier Latin. You can choose to continue following the Meir or you can opt for the Quartier Latin.

This is also the theatre district. The big theatre companies all have their theatres here and the surrounding bars, all the way to the Mechelseplein, are packed with atmosphere. On Saturday and Sunday there’s a market on the Theaterplein. On Sunday morning the Vogelenmarkt is the favourite market of many locals. On the square you can enjoy a delicious coffee at Barnini and a tasty meal at Lunchbox.

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The botanical garden in the Leopoldstraat is the biggest hidden treasure of this neighbourhood. It is small but without doubt the cutest ever. The Huidevettersstraat separates the Wilde Zee from Quartier Latin. There you can relax and take a look at the price tags without worrying. It is tempting to buy the entire collection of Petit Bateau. The cotton underwear, the shirts, t-shirts, dresses and sweaters are not just for kids. The colourful and simple basics are real must haves. The end of the Huidevettersstraat gives way to the Wilde Zee.

Wilde Zee The Wilde Zee is a romantic name for 5 incredibly charming pedestrians-only streets. These five are centred round a nice little city square. The terrace of Lombardia has claimed the square and it’s an ideal lunch spot, just like any other salad or fruit bar in this neighbourhood. Your shopping options are diverse: from make-up, design, gifts, delicacies, chocolate, small boutiques, shoes, delicious ice cream and exclusive stores to the best fresh fish in the city. This place has it all: from basic to posh and from casual to trendy. A few examples are Mac Cosmetics, Kiehl’s, Sasha, Iittala, Rituals, APC, Sienna Boutique and Superdry Store. You can reach the historic centre or the fashion district via the Wilde Zee.

Historic centre Groenplaats, Grote Markt, Consciensceplein, Vrijdagmarkt, Melkmarkt, Hoogstraat and Kloosterstraat are places that you just have to see. It’s a great neighbourhood but there are not that many stores. On a rainy day you can find comfort in the Grand Bazar Shoppingcentrum, though. There are about fifty stores, such as women’secret, Fnac, Mango, Bodyshop en Accessorize. You can also do your groceries and drink a delicious juice. Every Friday there’s a market on the Vrijdagmarkt. It is really one of a kind. The market is a sort of auction where the items are sold by bidding loudly. There are quite a few nice second hand stores as well, such as My Ohm.

Eye-catchers on the Melkmarkt are jewellery store Jozefien, the kitschy shops Akotee and Akotwee and the International Magazine store with a trendy record store on the upper floor, Tune Up. The Melkmarkt leads to the Lange Koepoortstraat, which is the place to get a tattoo at Wildcat. It’s also great if you want to buy records. Fat Kat is the modern record store and right across is Record Collector, where the collectors can find any old LP. On this street, next to some good and cheap second hand stores, you will find Paleis. This is a big store that offers a lot of different young brands. Antwerp also has a few trendy bicycle stores. Fixerati on the Lange Koepoortstraat is one of the best. In between the Minderbroedersrui and the Melkmarkt you can find the Conscienceplein. You could blindfold someone, bring them to this place and while removing the blindfold fool them by telling them they’re in Italy. It is delightful to buy yourself an ice cream and enjoy it in the shadow of the magnificent Carolus Borromeus church. You can return via the Grote Markt, the Brabo fountain is definitely worth a photo stop, and from there on it’s easy to continue to the Hoogstraat and the Kloosterstraat for some more shopping. The Hoogstraat has a lot of small shops in which you will find all sorts of interesting items. You can buy books, clothes, gadgets

and there are a few restaurants and bars in the street as well. The Steenhouwersvest offers more of this. Episode is, apart from T2, the biggest and coolest second hand store. It is the ideal place to find an outfit for a fancy dress party. Every Sunday there is an enjoyable antique market on the SintJansvliet square between the Hoogstraat and the Kloosterstraat. The square is right in front of the pedestrian underpass. It might sound awkward but it’s actually quite romantic to use the escalators to go down to the tunnel, walk under the Scheldt and see the city from the left bank of the river. This tunnel is the favourite place of many locals and the view from the other side is breathtaking. On the way from here to ‘Zuid’ (the South), the Scheldt is always near.

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The Kloosterstraat is where all the antique shops are located. This is a neighbourhood which invites you to stroll and get inspired. Sometimes you can grab a fantastic furniture bargain. You also definitely have to visit Ra 13. This is a new concept store with a book shop and a very beautiful restaurant. Apparently it is the place to meet young, talented artists. It might be interesting to know that shops in both Hoogstraat and Kloosterstraat are open on Sundays as well.

The Nationalestraat also has two new, young and budget friendly stars. Jutka & Riska offers selective and original second hand items and Lila Grace is a stylish boutique.

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From the fashion district you automatically end up in ‘Zuid’.

If you feel young and hip, you should check out the Kammenstraat. This is Antwerp’s trendiest street with stores like American Apparel, Fish and Chips, Zappa, a.puur.a, Lee Cooper, Diesel, Who’s That Girl and Levi’s.

It is no coincidence that Antwerp prides itself with the title of fashion city, many famous and acclaimed designers originate from here. You can immerse yourself in the authentic Belgian fashion atmosphere on the Nationalestraat. The Flanders Fashion Institute, the Fashion Museum (MoMu), the fashion department of the academy and the Copyright Bookshop can all be found in the ModeNatie. Take a look inside because this is the fashion heart which shines on the rest of the city. The stores of Dries Van Noten, Anna Heylen and Walter van Beirendonck are close to the Nationalestraat. These stores are very inspiring but if you want to actually purchase something it’s best to wait for the designers’ stock sales. At Labels Inc., just around the corner on the Aalmoezenierstraat, you can find a second hand collection of the aforementioned and other designers.

We end our day in the South district. The Volksstraat offers us a few special treats before we sit down for a decent show-off. Baby Beluga always has clothing items that will make you dream. Steen and Been offers alternative souvenirs, made of stone or bone.

The Burburestraat has two remarkable shops: Clinic and Hospital. They are practically brother and sister. Both are big and sell a lot of different brands. They offer clothing, gadgets, accessories, shoes and magazines. If you like to spend a bit more on hip brands, this is the place to visit. Closer to the Leopold de Waelplaats the shops give way to restaurants, bars, museums and galleries. It is nice to relax on the steps of the KMSKA | Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp. This

rich and hip neighbourhood is ideal for a bit of people spotting. To the right of the museum you’ll find some petanque courts and it’s extremely trendy to be seen while casually playing this game. You’ve probably understood that seeing and being seen is the main activity in ‘Zuid’.

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This is only a short introduction into Antwerp as a shopping paradise. You’ll probably discover more hidden gems on your way. And ‘been there done that’ does not count in this city. Antwerp is always in motion. There’s no place where stores and trends come and go as quickly as they do here.

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08/05/11 - 19/06/11 Sixth grade graphic design students were asked by record label Blue Note to design covers within their framework. The surprising results will be on display.

26/06/11 - 07/08/11 Illustrator and comic book artist Philip Paquet is known for his jazz comics. He used innovating drawing techniques to draw portraits of famous jazz artists.

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Tune Up

MUSIC ART COFFEE Slightly hidden above the International Magazine Store on the Melkmarkt is the record store Tune Up. Make sure to pop by. This place is a paradise for both the diehard record collector and the newcomer or lover looking for a unique present. Forget the obscure store filled with records and a freaky, staring owner. It is a big, open space filled with vinyl, two walking musical encyclopedias, seats, coffee and a terrapin.

vinyl records. Freaks indeed! But they are sweet as sugar. Their mission is to spread their love and passion for music and LPs. You can ask them anything. The seats and chairs are at your disposal and coffee (or something else) can easily be prepared.

‘Buy a lot and the coffee is on the house’ As the owners would like to reach a diverse audience, the stairs that lead to the store should be the only ‘vinyl’ threshold. Occasionally, their longest wall is used as an exhibition wall for young and renowned artists. No exhibition without an opening party. Every now and then, the records are also put aside for live gigs.

‘An independent record store is not necessarily a small business. We dare to be ambitious.’ The LPs, mostly second hand, are US imports of all styles. The four main genres are jazz, soul & funk, 60’s/ 70’s rock and 80’s/ 90’s pop & wave. You can already get a record for 8 euro and it is guaranteed scratch free. The limited editions and collector’s items are obviously a bit more expensive. Find your way through the neatly arranged collections or tell storekeepers Michel and Carlo what you’re looking for. Each of them owns about 10.000

Antwerp, European Youth Capital in 2011 Why is Antwerp European Youth Capital 2011? Maybe because one third of its citizens is younger than 25? Perhaps because it’s the second largest student city in Belgium? Or is it because Antwerp thrives on young people? Whatever the reason may be, with over 150 events, Antwerp is a worthy successor to Turin and Rotterdam.

Ready to party? For the right dose of music, Laundry Day and Groovez Festival will serve your needs. On Saturday 18 June, Groovez Festival is settling itself on the Sint-Andriesplaats and brings to you: various workshops, animation for children and certainly live music. A mix of hip hop, reggae and world music will make your day. Following bands already confirmed their gigs: Antwerp kids, Wawasda, Dju Lion & Cashflow, Onesty and aka Koxx from Paris. Laundry Day, Belgian’s greatest dance festival awaits you in Antwerp South on 3 September: 3 stages, more than 200 deejays

and live bands, all in all a crazy line-up: how about BASEMENT JAXX?? Lots of laundry classics, but also lots of new talent.

But there’s much more! Visit Antwerp’s finest museums at night, at the Thursday Evenings at the Museum. Feel like shaking your body to the tunes of a DJ on a balcony? Or rather on an art piece? Dancing with Wiis ? Reinventing a work of a famous painter in graffiti? A funky fresh folk dance initiation? Mysterious basement parties? Or more? Then ‘The Thursday Evenings at the Museum’ definitely are your cup of tea. Every last Thursday evening of the month. When the weather is good, meet your friends at Het Steen, where a stone terrace with a lovely view at the riverside will offer anything you need. In September, Antwerp Street Kicks is the event for everybody into urban and extreme sports. Check out http://www.aeyc2011.be/en for all details, tickets and places.

ANTWERP

De Zomerbar

De Zomerfabriek

04/07/11 - 21/08/11 Weekdays: 4 pm – midnight. Weekends: 2 pm - midnight www.zva.be --------------------------------------

01/07/11 - 28/08/11 Every day: 3 pm – 3 am www.zva.be --------------------------------------

Ledeganckkaai, Antwerpen-Zuid (next to the Bank van Breda) Tram 8, 12 - Bolivarplaats stop (20 minute walk) Bus 1, 13 – Bolivarplaats stop (20 minute walk)

SUMMER In the summertime the loveliest spots near the quays and in the parks are transformed into summer bars. Lay down, drink a cocktail and pretend to be in Hawai.

A comfy bar in what appears to be a lost paradise with tree houses, colourful hammocks and exotic food at reasonable prices. A little further there’s a summer beach where you can play petanque and relax with a glass of cava. Dull weather? Fire baskets will keep you warm while tents and beach houses keep you dry. De Zomerbar is the ideal place for summer addicts to meet each other. There’s a circus and a theatre and you can always find snacks, drinks and surprises. Go to the adjacent Zomerhuis for more information and tickets.

Free entrance

Minkelersstraat, 2018 Antwerpen (Zurenborg) Tram 11 (5 minute walk) Bus 9, 30, 34 - Draakplaats stop (5 minute walk) This old gas factory got a makeover and is now a summer bar offering a mix of film, theatre, sizzling parties and urban dance workshops. They also provide great reasonably-priced food and a comfortable lounge to get cosy in on a cool summer evening. On the top, ‘De Zomerfabriek’ is also a hotel during the summer months.

Free entrance

Antwerp loves summer

Cargo Zomerbar

Magiq Spiegeltent

Bij Bibi

01/04/11 - 30/09/11 Every day from 10 am – 12 pm www.cargozomerbar.be --------------------------------------

18/06/11 - 02/10/11 Tuesday – Saturday: from 8 pm www.magiq.be --------------------------------------

25/06/11 - 01/10/11 Sunday – Friday: 11 am – 1 am. Saturday: 11 am – 5 am --------------------------------------

Shelter Park Spoor Noord Train: Station Dam (100 meter walk) Bus 123, 641, 610, 620, 640 – Ellermanstraat stop Tram 3 stop Schijnpoort and tram 12 – Stuivenbergplein stop

Noordkasteel, Oosterweelsteenweg / 2030 Antwerpen Busses 35 and 37 have a direct connection with the Magiq Spiegeltent.

Steenplein 1, 2000 Antwerpen Bus 9 - Suikerrui stop Tram 2, 15 - Groenplaats stop (5 minute walk)

A cocktail in the sun or a glass of beer on the lawn. Either way, Cargo Zomerbar in Park Spoor Noord is the place to be for the hip, multicultural locals from ‘the North’. Enjoy the homemade sangria and delicious tarte flambée on the terrace. The park is ideal for skating, BMX and football. And the fountains invite you to jump in. And why shouldn’t you? Cargo regularly organises concerts, film events, etc…

Free entrance

Go old school in this authentic art deco mirror tent and enjoy the days of yore! From techno to tango, from acoustic live music to pounding DJ beats, a creative and challenging mix of dance, talent and partying awaits you at this magical location in the green at the Scheldt. Every Tuesday you can sample the Argentine tango. On Wednesday, live gigs will make the floor tremble. On Thursday you’ll shake your hips to southern salsa rhythms and during the weekend you’ll go crazy at a concert, dance evening or trendy party!

From free entrance up to 10 €

This place has free entrance, except for the party on Saturday night. Radio Modern is an established name in Antwerp. They offer retro swing parties with exciting live bands and burlesque evenings. And because Antwerp is European Youth Capital, the historical gem ‘t Steen belongs to youngsters the whole summer long. They named the summer bar ‘Bij Bibi’, which is Antwerp slang for ‘at my place’. An international, fresh and young hotspot where creativity is central is guaranteed. On weekdays it’s retro all the way with apero crooners, piano bars, a roots night and Antwerp evenings. On Saturday it’s the ideal place for a good party. Just think dubstep, electro, hip hop.

Free entrance

Bocadero

Strantwerpen

12/05/11 - 09/08/11 Weekdays from 11 am. Weekends from 10 am www.bocadero.be --------------------------------------

07/04/11 - 31/08/11 Every day from 11.30 am www.perrier-strantwerpen.be --------------------------------------

Hangar 29 Waagnatie, Rijnkaai 150 Bus 9, 17, 291 - Rijnkaai/Amsterdamstraat stop Next to the river Scheldt, at a stone’s throw away from the old city centre, you’ll discover a sunny world beneath the palm trees. Eat or drink on the atmospheric beach, enjoy a sunset or relax in the terrace lounge. There’s also an indoor beach with movie screenings, salsa dancing, events, … Every Tuesday there’s salsa dancing, on Wednesday there’s an after work party with happy hour and free tapas, and on Saturday and Sunday you’re invited to brunch on the beach.

Free entrance

Kattendijkdok – Westkaai / 2000 Antwerpen Bus & tram: stops at Londenstraat or Rijnkaai Dress to impress at this up-scale beach house! Imagine pearly white sand, luxurious XL beds and comfy lounge pillows. On weekends and special occasions, DJ’s provide everyone with sensual beats. The summer restaurant is an excellent spot to enjoy freshly made dishes such as sushi, salads and pasta.

Once only membership card for 10 €

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Youth Hostel antwerp The new Youth Hostel Antwerp opened its doors this spring on the Bogaardeplein in the heart of Antwerp, offering a home away from home for more than 150 backpackers. 47 rooms for 2, 4 or 6 people are spread over 3 floors and each room is equipped with a WC, sink and a walk-in shower. Hello new friends, but bye-bye shared bathrooms! Breakfast is included in the reasonable prices and healthy meals or snacks can be purchased in the restaurant with its big dining room. Besides, you can simply relax in the beautiful garden after a stressful shopping or sightseeing tour through Antwerp and enjoy yourself in the bar and

café, which is sure to fulfil all you desires until late in the night. You can meet people from all over the world, but there is also the possibility to keep in contact with your family and friends from home using the Internet provided. Bogaardeplein

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Nulsterrenhotel (Vintage sleep-in) Sleeping at a former gas company’s site is something else. On the Zomerfabriek you will find an actual zero stars accommodation. The concept: low cost, low luxury, high value. Recycled beds, wallpaper leftovers, granny’s carpet and clean sheets inject new life in this desolated office building. Where you sleep will be decided during the evening itself. First come, first serve: the earlier you check in, the more options you have. But they will always make sure

that groups are not split up. Bring your own sleeping bag or rent linen for 4 euro. Do you have a hard time falling asleep? You’re always welcome in Zomerfabriek’s bar. In the morning, after a refreshing shower, you can grab a bio breakfast. Minckelersstraat 01/08/2011 – 28/08/2011 check in: 7pm – 12pm

15 euro incl. breakfast www.zva.be .....................................................

Youth camping aeYc This summer there is no need to go home. Antwerp European Youth Capital 2011 opens a city camping site in the centre of Antwerp. Come and set up your tent next to the Lovely Park Spoor Noord between 1 July and 11 Spetember 2011. With hot showers, toilets, camping shop, kitchen, sports, … More info and reservations on www.aeyc2011.be

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1 Medje // 23 // antwerp Cook at a catering firm specialised in cultural events shoes/backpack/cap/skateboard: Vans - Vans Store (Ijzerenwaag 14) pants: River Island (Meir) • T-shirt: Junk de Luxe - Urban Outfitters (Meir) sunglasses: second hand - Sussies (Koornmarkt 69)

2 Lene // 20 // bocholt Student orthopaedics in Antwerp everything: H&M (Meir) • earrings: I am (Meir) necklace and bracelet: gift from sister and mother

3 Linda // 25 // berlin Student fashion design in Antwerp shoes: Nike - Avenue Store (Ijzerenwaag 1) socks: Happy Socks - Your (Kloosterstraat 90) tights/dress: American Apparel (Kammenstraat 14) jacket: H&M (Meir) • pullover: second hand - Think Twice (Kammenstraat 85) bag: Bernard Willhelm (gift) • glasses: Mykita (Berlin) nailpolish: Uslu Airlines - Princess Blue (Schrijnwerkersstraat 7)

4 charlotte // 20 // antwerp Student veterinary in Ghent

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shoes: Vans - Men@Work (Meir) pants: Zara (Meir) top: Obey - Fish&Chips (Kammenstraat 36) cardigan: G-Star (Kammenstraat 22) bag: Vans - Vans Store (Kammenstraat 47)

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5 Natalie // 25 // antwerp Works at Cinema Cartoon’s and restaurant Zeezicht in Antwerp shoes: cheap shops (Carnotstraat) • stockings/T-shirt/cardigan/bag: H&M (Meir) skirt: Bershka (Meir) • sunglasses: Krak (Hoogstraat 36)

6 stefan // 31 // antwerp Composer / musician shoes: Nike (outletshop in Portugal) • pants: second hand - WAFA (Klapdorp 22) sweater: Pull & Bear (Meir) • jacket: second hand (Barcelona) • shirt: H&M (Meir)

7 saruul // 29 // antwerp Graphic designer and works at Talking French shoes: Superga - BeOriginal (Schrijnwerkersstraat 20) • tights: Falke - Inno (Meir) dress: Talking French (Korte Gasthuisstraat 5) jacket: Zara (Huidevettersstraat 39) • scarf: Cameleon (Brussels) bag: Isshoes (pop up event)

8 Naomi // 21 // schilde Student pharmaceutical laboratory assistance in Antwerp shoes: Sac d’Anvers (Hoogstraat 38) • jumpsuit: GSUS (Kammenstraat 44) sweater: Zara (Meir) • bag: C&A (Meir) • sunglasses: H&M (Meir) bracelets: Twice as Nice and Pandora (Huidevettersstraat 38 and 40)

9 umit // 24 // Hamburg Student fashion design in Antwerp

shoes: Nike - Avenue (Ijzerenwaag 1) pants: Bernhard Willhelm - Solar Shop (pop up: Dambruggestraat 48) shirts: Think Twice and H&M (Kammenstraat 85 and Meir) necklace: Claire Michel (gift from a friend) watch: Casio - Solar Shop (pop up: Dambruggestraat 48) nailpolish: Uslu Airlines - Renaissance (Nationalestraat 28)

GO LOCAL! A (long) day according to Timothy Timothy (22 years old) is an expressive character. His hobby is graffiti and his passion is painting. The underground magazine CrankNozem is his way to offer a platform for all opinions. He talks quietly but passionately and his paint-stained hands guide his story. So where can you find this inspiring person?

Smossing and shopping Timothy eats breakfast at the Diksmuidse Boterkoeken in the basement of the Grand Bazar Shopping Center. According to him, this place serves the best ‘smos’ because you’re stuffed after one. (A ‘smos’ is a sandwich with cheese, ham, vegetables and mayonnaise. ‘Smossen’ is Dutch and means ‘making a mess’, yes indeed!)

‘In Antwerp you will occasionally find guerilla galleries such as a painted electricity cabin with a tent in front of it.’ Shopping is not quite Timothy’s favourite pastime activity. If he needs clothes, he usually finds them at Think Twice on the Lange Klarenstraat or Kammenstraat or at United Brands on the Meir. Think Twice is a popular store with inexpensive and hip clothes and they have different stores in the centre of Antwerp. Once in a while they go crazy and sell vintage ski suits, knitted sweaters and more for one euro. No kid-

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ding. And United Brands? Well, they have different sport and street wear brands. But Timothy prefers to spend his money on magazines, books, CD’s, DVD’s, painting material and spray cans.

Become a pro The Artifex sells spray cans and graffiti magazines. It’s the place to be if you have any graffiti questions or if you want to take a workshop. Become a pro! In the Kammenstraat you will also find Fish&Chips. The store offers a wide variety of brands and sneakers. And if you buy ten spray cans you get one for free! Timothy advises everyone to visit De Slegte at the Wapper for books. In this huge store it is easy to get lost between the second hand and antiquarian books about any imaginable topic. If you’re not on a tight book budget you can also enter the Copyright at your own risk. You will not leave the store without at least one purchase, such as a book about contemporary art, architecture, design or something similar.

The favourite record stores are also divided between second hand and brand new. Bargains can be found at the independent record store Fatkat. It is brimming with CDs and vinyl, usually non-mainstream. If Timothy is looking for regular genres he will go to Fnac. This multimedia store has an incredible amount of books, CDs and DVDs. ‘An incredible amount’ also fits when describing the International Magazine Store on the Meir. They offer international magazines about graffiti, art and design and every other topic you can think of. Timothy’s number one spot is Belgium’s oldest chemist’s shop. In de balans has been selling art, painting and restoration products for 150 years. Their advice is priceless. Old yet friendly people will passionately answer all your questions.

For a quick lunch in the centre, Timothy likes Paters Vaetje in the shadows of the cathedral. The menu is small (soup, sandwiches, snacks and a daily special) but it’s good and affordable. The danger lies in the extensive beer list. There are more than one hundred Belgian beers! Don’t forget to check the percentage of alcohol because it is often higher than expected.

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The quays: seven kilometres of sunshine On the first summer day of the year, Timothy shows us his favourite places. Needless to say that the amount of sunny chill-out spots is disproportionally large. In Antwerp, people love the sun. Everyone sits outside or in a summer bar with a cold beer. Antwerp also has fantastic squares, parks, water banks, benches and porches where young people gather with their drinks. The hangars on the quays provide the industrial look and are an ideal shelter during the hot summer days. The Zomer van Antwerpen plays open air movies in here as well. Timothy’s favourite spot is the Rijnkaai area. He claims that it is officially ‘the most beautiful place in Antwerp’. He and his friends are attracted by the panoramic view and the amazing sunset. If you move inwards you will pass the Dokken and the new museum MAS | Museum aan de Stroom. A little bit further we find Park Spoor Noord, a wide park which the multicultural locals and the rest of the city’s inhabitants like to visit for its summer bar,

its green grass, its water playground or its skate park. Timothy passes by at least every two months, when he is on his way to selling his own magazine CrankNozem on the creative market ‘Beparkte Oplage’.

‘Actually the quays are one big hotspot’ Follow the quays southwards and at the halfway point you reach Sint-Jansvliet. People are always playing basketball here, Timothy’s favourite sport. After practicing some alley-oops, take a look at the pedestrian underpass. Walk under the water to the other side of the river and admire Antwerp’s skyline.

Museums and galleries Via the Scheldestraat you will reach ‘Zuid’ (the South). This is where art lovers feel at home. The M HKA displays its international collection of contemporary art, from the 1970’s until now, in a reconstructed silo. Every once in a while Timothy works

in the museum and he recommends the free tours, every Sunday at 2 pm. Cultural savages can still enjoy themselves on the amazing roof terrace with a view of ‘Zuid’.

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‘Graffiti is a hobby in which the social aspect is very important. Painting is a passion that requires solitude and thinking about nobody but myself.’ The KMSKA is The Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp. It has been here for 150 years but is temporarily closed until 2017 due to renovation works. The stairs, bizarre fountains and petanque fields are still open because the locals like to hang out here during the summer. The Fotomuseum, loved by Timothy because of its ancient cameras and exhibitions, is nearby. Apart from the grand museums, ‘Zuid’ also has a number of smaller and bigger galleries to offer. Every sixth Thursday evening, they are open from 6 pm until 9 pm. Enjoy the works of renowned artists and emerging talents while having a glass of wine. Zeno X is one of the more influential and important galleries in ‘Zuid’ and features works by artists such as Raoul De Keyzer,

Anne-Mie Van Kerkhoven and Dirk Braeckman. At Maes & Matthys you will always find a few surprises by the likes of Michiel Ceulers and Vaast Colson. Kati Heck and Dennis Tyfus, both of whom like to approach images in a playful manner, can be found at Stella Lohaus. And then there’s Tim Van Laere’s gallery, which usually offers something very surprising.

Go out in the south ‘Zuid’ is Timothy’s natural habitat. According to him you can find the best Antwerp pita in this neighbourhood. ‘Muradim’ offers copious meals for a few euros. His favourite is the pita with Gouda cheese. After a meal we are ready to paint the town red.

‘Muradim’s pitas: so big that you’ll have to stuff yourself or throw half of them away’ Boogaloo sees itself as a natural mix between a vintage bar and a Mediterranean

‘cantina’. A pint, a cocktail, a toasted sandwich and vinyl party music, this place has it all. Timothy can usually be found on the first floor where he can shoot pool. If we move further south we discover the slightly hidden but extremely popular parties at Petrol or at Scheld’Apen on the D’Herbouvillekaai. Timothy likes to come here on reggae or dancehall nights. If you want to end your night out chatting with a trappist beer by your side, you can do so until four o’ clock at Chatleroi, a trendy local pub. Cheers or pleasant dreams!

More info about Timothy CrankNozem: www.cranknozem.be Graffiti: www.wesrcrew.blogspot.com

TiMOTHY’S fAvOURiTE HOTSPOTS DiksmuiDsE botErkoEkEN Beddenstraat 2 • mon-sat: 10am - 6pm

GraND bazar shoppiNG CENtEr Beddenstraat 2 44 A • mon-sat: 10am - 6pm

thiNk twiCE Lange klarenstraat 21 • mon-wed: 11am - 6pm thu-sat: 11am - 7pm

uNitED braNDs meir 1 • mon-sat: 10am - 6pm

artifEx kammenstraat 58 • tue-sat: 11am - 6pm

fish & Chips kammenstraat 36 • mon-sat: 10am - 6.30pm

DE sLEGtE wapper 5 • mon-sat: 9.30am - 6pm

fatkat Lange koepoortstraat 51 • tue-thu: 12pm - 6pm fri-sat: 10.30am - 6pm

fNaC Groenplaats 31 • mon-sat: 10am - 6.30pm

iNtErNatioNaL maGaziNE storE meir 125 • mon-sat: 9am - 6.15pm

iN DE baLaNs kaasrui 7 • mon: 1pm - 6pm tue-fri: 9am - 12.30pm; 1pm - 6pm sat: 9am - 12.30pm; 1pm - 5pm

patErs VaEtjE Blauwmonezelstraat 1 • sun-thu: 11am - 3am fri-sat: 11am - 5am

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zomEr VaN aNtwErpEN 01/07/11 – 28/08/11 • www.zva.be

mas hanzestedenplaats 1 • tue-sun : 10am - 5pm

park spoor NoorD

maEs & matthys pourbusstraat 3 • wed-sat: 2pm - 6pm

stELLa Lohaus vlaamse kaai 47 • wed-sat: 2pm - 6pm

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verlatstraat 23-25 • tue-sat: 2pm - 6pm

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m hka Leuvenstraat 32 • tue-wed & fri-sun: 11am - 6pm thu: 11am - 9pm

kmska Leopold de waelplaats 2 • tue-sat: 10am - 5pm sun: 10am - 6pm

fotomusEum waalsekaai 47 • tue-sun: 10am - 6pm

zENo x Leopold de waelplaats 16 • wed-sat: 2pm - 6pm

Gijzelaarsstraat 4 • mon-sun: 5pm - 1am

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pEtroL d’herbouvillekaai 25 • www.petrol.be

sChELD’apEN d’herbouvillekaai 36 • www.scheldapen.be

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BowL noord

Skateboards and BMX bikes speed in Park Spoor Noord’s extreme bowl with a full-pipe. A part of it is suitable for beginners but mostly it’s a professional’s paradise: transfer possibilities, a lot of height and a lot of speed. Meet the bowl, not the floor. Viaduct Dam

rooftop decathLon and BerkenVeLdpLein Hard court bike polo in Antwerp started in 2010 and has been gaining popularity fast. It’s a 3-on3 game similar to ice hockey, but on a bike. Not for the squeamish, that’s for sure. There’s pickup games on Thursday night from 8 pm (rooftop

parking lot Decathlon, Noorderlaan 53) and Sunday afternoon from 1 pm (Berkenveldplein Wilrijk). Bikes and beers are mandatory, helmets optional. (not on the map)

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This covered market square, with its staircases, walls and ramps, is the favourite street spot of most locals. It is always crowded on a Wednesday afternoon. Theaterplein

Fixerati is the only fixed gear specialist store in town. Grab a (free!) cup of coffee and look around the bike gallery. You just might find that part or bike you’ve been looking for.

Lange Koepoortstraat 13

Vans store

Everything Vans.

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Shop for skateboards and their masters.

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Skate, surf & snowboard gear and clothes.

Skateboards and inline skates.

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This street park with a lot of quarters, a box, rails and some bowls attracts both skaters and BMX riders. Spectators can lie down on the soft grass. Rubenslei

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The walls of the inner court offered a canvas to the graffiti festival Kavka Ontpopt. Kavka also organises many interesting workshops concerning music, breakdance, … Oudaan 14

This square once housed Antwerp’s first legal graffiti wall. The principal gave the school wall to the writers around 1985. This stopped when someone sprayed over Mary’s feet. The nuns across the street then gave the wall to two artists. Now, the latest version dates from 1999 and is by Zenith who is currently a known (and quite handsome) Flemish actor.

Board shop specialised in snow.

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sint andries

Behind the painted school fence on the right is a small inner court with high walls that have been sprayed by, amongst others, Zenith, Neas 1, Chino and DNYE. The Jeroen Bosch-like creatures are wonderful. Sint-Andriesplaats

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MuntpLein

Graffiti is tolerated and even appreciated in this piece of wilderness. Obviously it’s a favourite gather spot for youngsters. Muntstraat

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An authentic space invader floats above the arch. Grote Markt 13

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A glass door at the left back gives way to an inner court. Here you can admire a massive graffiti artwork containing references to Antwerp’s history and heroes. Grote Markt 11

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Bridge park spoor noord

In 2009 the giant bridge was the setting for the graffiti festival Can !t. It’s the only legal graffiti spot in Antwerp’s centre. Respect the masterpieces. Viaduct Dam

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Study in Antwerp.

Antwerpen Studentenstad, in the House of the Student Next to all sorts of practical and day-to-day information, we also aimed at providing you with up-to-date information on places you should definitely visit. Without popping in to some of the pubs, eateries, clubs or cultural centres mentioned in our City Guide for Students, your stay in Antwerp simply wouldn’t be complete. The latter is a matter of opinion of course, but the justification for this info, next to its intended audience, is very much its editorial staff. Composed of students of the Antwerp University Association, the staff took pains to come up with a balanced selection of highlights: from the most well-known club in Antwerp to the hidden gems in quiet, cobbled streets - they turned Antwerp upside down. The goal: to come up with info that will please the most critical native ‘Sinjoor’ as well as the newly-arrived foreign student. The City Guide for Students is available in the ‘Huis van de Student’ (Student House), the flagshipstore of the agency Ant-

werpen Studentenstad and the seat of the Antwerp Student Council. Address: 16, Sint-Jacobsmarkt, B-2000 Antwerp, info@antwerpenstudentenstad.be Opening hours: Pop in and find helpful staff every day from Monday to Friday between 10 am and 5 pm and on Thursdays between 10 am and 7 pm. More information & the online guide is available here: www.antwerpenstudentenstad.be

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Vera, student in Antwerp Name: Vera Georgieva Country: Bulgaria Age: 21 Field of study: Political sciences I‘m from Sofia (the capital of Bulgaria), so I’m used to living in a bigger city, where I can have it all: sightseeing, studying, working, meeting different people and of course: having fun. After almost 3 months in Antwerp, I can tell you for sure: If you‘re a fan of history and you’re keen on the Middle Ages, Baroque and Gothic style of architecture – this is the place to visit. If on the contrary you want to experience trendy modern life and architecture - this is the place to visit. If you want to dig into culture, visit museums, go sightseeing and be the most aspired and excited tourist – this is the place to visit. If you want to study and learn both theoretical and empirical stuff to make sure that you will be competitive and competent enough to be the best specialist in your area after the University diploma – this is the place to visit. If you’re a fashionista and are eager to buy the newest and most beautiful clothes, shoes, bags, … – this is the place to visit.

If you want to meet and befriend new people of different nationalities, religions, ethnic and cultural belonging, if you want to be part of a multicultural society– this is the place to visit. If you just want to have fun and party every single day – this is definitely the place to visit. I am young, inspired, curious, ambitious, self-confident and I feel like Antwerp fits me perfectly! About the Agency Antwerpen Studentenstad: The non-profit organisation Antwerpen Studentenstad is a collaboration of the city of Antwerp, the Antwerp University Association (University of Antwerp - Artesis University College - Antwerp Plantijn University College - Antwerp Karel de Grote University College -The Antwerp Maritime Academy) and the Antwerp Student Council. For various projects, Antwerpen Studentenstad closely collaborates with the Antwerp students’ facilities services, Lessius University College and many others.

Free wifi 22b - Zoet, zout en zo restaurant with pop up shop Sint-Vincentiusstraat 22b (2018 Antwerp) ‘t Onschuldig Schaep Syrian/Libyan restaurant Justitiestraat 85 (2018 Antwerp) ’t Werkhuys social and cultural centre with bar Zegelstraat 13 (2140 Borgerhout) Appelmans brasserie Papenstraatje 1 (2000 Antwerp) Banks hotel Steenhouwersvest 55 (2000 Antwerp) Bar Leon food - drinks - coffee Reuzenstraat 23 (2140 Borgerhout) Berlin brasserie Kleine Markt 1 (2000 Antwerp)

Brasserie Triton brasserie Groot Hagelkruis 187 (2030 Antwerp)

Falstaff bar Oude Vaartplaats 2 (2000 Antwerp)

Café Centrum bar Canadalaan 109 (2030 Antwerp)

Hotel Industrie hotel Emiel Banningstraat 52 (2000 Antwerp)

Café den Draak bar Draakplaats 1 (2018 Antwerp)

Irish Times Pub bar Grote Markt 52 (2000 Antwerp)

Crown Plaza Antwerpen hotel Gerard Le Grellelaan 110 (2020 Antwerp) De Cafetaria food - drinks - coffee Montignystraat 21 (2018 Antwerp) De Groote Witte Arend restaurant Reyndersstraat 18 (2000 Antwerp) De Kaai restaurant - nightlife Rijnkaai 94 (2000 Antwerp) De Zeespreeuw restaurant Oude Leeuwenrui 52 (2000 Antwerp)

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King Kong food - drinks - music Volkstraat 58 (2000 Antwerp)

Revista coffee and papers Karel Rogierstraat 47 (2000 Antwerp)

McDonald’s fast food Groenplaats 17 (2000 Antwerp) Teniersplaats 4 (2000 Antwerp) De Keyserlei 58 (2018 Antwerp)

Rode Zeven restaurant Sint-Jansplein 7 (2060 Antwerp)

NonSoloTè restaurant Riemstraat 2 (2000 Antwerp) Park Inn Astrid Hotel hotel Koningin Astridplein 14 (2000 Antwerp) Permeke library De Coninckplein 26 (2060 Antwerp) Quick fast food Koningin Astridplein 40 (2018 Antwerp) De Keyserlei 22 (2018 Antwerp) Groenendaallaan 412 (2030 Antwerp) Grote Steenweg 462 (2600 Berchem) Ramada Hotel hotel Desguinlei 94 (2018 Antwerp)

Scheldezicht hotel Sint-Jansvliet 10 (2000 Antwerp) Storm bar at the MAS Hanzestedenplaats 5 (2000 Antwerp) Studiant student helpdesk Pieter v. Hobokenstraat 25 (2000 Antwerp) Terminus hotel Franklin Rooseveltplaats 9 (2060 Antwerp) The Black hotel Amerikalei 133 (2018 Antwerp)

The Foodmaker healthy fast food De Keyserlei 52 (2000 Antwerp) Meir 10 (2000 Antwerp) Bolivarplaats 2 (2000 Antwerp) The Glorious b&b - winebar - bistro De Burburestraat 4 (2000 Antwerp) Via Via Reiscafé venue for world travellers Wolstraat 43 (2000 Antwerp) Wok A Way restaurant Groendalstraat 14 (2000 Antwerp) Yellow Submarine coffee bar at communication agency Falconplein 51 (2000 Antwerp)

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