Antwerpen-Centraal is Antwerp’s main railway station, at Koningin Astridplein 27. Known as the “Railway Cathedral,” it pairs a grand historic interior with a practical, three-level track layout. Look up at the glass roof and the steel arches that support it, then explore the station’s five floors. You do not need to be catching a train to visit: the architecture alone makes it a worthwhile stop, especially when the concourse is quieter.
The station’s design
Antwerpen-Centraal is both a working railway station and an architectural landmark. Its historic grandeur sits alongside a three-level track arrangement, bringing several levels of railway infrastructure into the station.
Inside, look up to the glass roof and the steel arches that support it. The structural design includes a hinge system by Jan Van Asperen. Exploring the station’s five floors gives you different views of its architecture and spaces.
FAQ
Where is Antwerpen-Centraal station?
The station is at Koningin Astridplein 27, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium.
Can you visit the station without taking a train?
Yes. The station’s architecture makes it a worthwhile stop even if you are not travelling by train.
Is Antwerpen-Centraal accessible for wheelchair users?
The station has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom.
