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Location:
Antwerp
12 - 26 Dec 2008
The Groenplaats and Market Square are transformed by the magical Christmas Markets held
here each year. Stalls selling local products and unusual gifts.
What is special in 2008?
Opening event: 12 December.
Ice rink: 12 December until 4 January, Grote Markt, this year for the first time a separate small skating rink invites toddlers to enjoy this wonderful winter sport Christmas market with Christmas presents, specialties from Antwerp (chocolate, beer, pancakes) and Christmas decorations: 12 December until 26 December, Groenplaats.
Giant Christmas trees: in Koningin Astridplein, Handschoenmarkt and Grote Markt.
Winter carnival and chalet village: 12 December until 4 January, Steenplein.
Winter fair: an authentic merry-go-round, swing boat, caterpillar, cakewalk, swing, whirligig, mirror labyrinth, try-your-strength machine, and so on are spread in a nostalgic playground of more than 2500m²: 26 December until 4 January.
(www.winterfoor.be)
New Year’s fireworks: 31 December - Scheldt quays.
Christmas tree bonfire: 10 January Antwerp-Linkeroever.
New Year’s drink: 11 January, Grote Markt.
Sunday shopping in December 2008.
Magical Christmas lights: along the axis from Central Station to the Scheldt quays.
Opening times
Mon – Thu 12.00 – 20.00
Fri 12.00 – 22.00
Sat 10.00 – 22.00
Sun 10.00 – 21.00
www.antwerpen.be |
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No idea where to go this autumn?
Try Christmas shopping in Antwerp!
Antwerp, home of the Flemish Baroque master Rubens, not only has a wealth of outstanding museums, picturesque galleries, sculpted streets and beautiful architecture, it contains also a rich and diverse range of stores. Christmas shopping in Antwerp means strolling around in the many pedestrian streets, past historic houses and pleasant shopping centers all within walking distance.
Here is the ideal mix for your city break shake:
- Easily reached by train or plane,
- An excellent array of accommodations,
- Top it all off with a shopping extravaganza,
- Add a sprinkle of culture in our museums and churches,
- Stir it all with a fantastic selection of winter events,
- Shake it well with some great restaurants and cafes,
- And serve with a splendid New Year’s fireworks display!
- We’ll throw in the wintry setting and magical lights for free…
- The perfect blend for your Christmas shopping!
For more information, please go to: www.antwerpen.be
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