Built in 1872, the Handelsbeurs functioned until 1997 as Antwerp’s Stock Exchange. The beautiful nineteenth-century neo-Gothic building re-opened in 2019 as a mesmerising multi-functional events space. Handelsbeurs Antwerp is located in the historic center of Antwerp, a 10-minute walk from Central Station and close to tram and bus.

After twenty years of vacancy, this nineteenth-century neo-Gothic jewel shines as never before. Just as in the 16th century, the Handelsbeurs is an inspiring meeting place and economic attraction. During the Antwerp Golden Age, this ‘mother of all fairs’ was the model for many other fairs in Europe. The magical monument burned down completely in 1583 and in 1858, only to rise again from its ashes each time.

On entry, guests will be served an aperitif and appetisers.

Directions:

Handelsbeurs Antwerp is located in the historic centre of Antwerp, a 10-minute walk from Central Station and in the vicinity of tram and bus.

• Stop Antwerpen Meir station:
  • Tram: 3, 5, 9, 15
• Stop Meirbrug:
  • Tram 4, 7
  • Bus: 22, 180, 181, 182, 183

The Handelsbeurs has an underground car park with access via Sint-Katelijnevest 55. Q-Park Handelsbeurs It has 284 parking spaces. Visitors have direct access to the event location via the car park.

The Handelsbeurs is accessible via the Twaalfmaandenstraat entrance (side street of Meir, the largest shopping boulevard in Flanders).