Experience the rich history of Antwerp, Belgium’s strategic heart, in our World War tour. Known for its pivotal role in both World Wars, Antwerp is home to Belgium’s largest port, offering swift access to the North Sea. For a brief period during WWI, it even served as the nation’s capital as the king and the government take refuge here.
Join us as we explore key locations and events from both wars. Discover the stories behind the first civilian air raid, Churchill’s 1914 visit, the infamous Big Bertha, the V1 and V2 rockets, and the tragic fate of Belgium’s largest Jewish community. We’ll also visit war-inspired art and monumental buildings that rose from the ruins.
This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts eager to delve into the profound impact of both World Wars on Antwerp. Whether your interest lies in WWI or WWII, this tour offers a compelling journey through the city's wartime past.
Steenplein 1, Antwerp, Belgium
See the building
Groenplaats, Antwerp, Belgium
WOI headquarters
Schoenmarkt, Antwerp, Belgium
Story of the tower linked to WOI bombing
Meir 50, Antwerp, Belgium
Royal palace of Antwerp
Pelikaanstraat 3/1450, Antwerp, Belgium
WOII stories
We meet at the bike shop where we collect our bikes
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