Antwerp Photo Gallery - Scheldt Riverfront Walk

The Scheldt River runs over 400 km from northern France to the North Sea in the Netherlands. Passing through Ghent and Antwerp, it was the subject of conflict between the Flemish and Dutch, with the Dutch closing the estuary, Belgium's only outlet to the sea, to cripple Antwerp in 1648 until Belgium bought the rights in 1863. The east riverbank is a great place for a walk to enjoy spectacular skyline views. I recommend starting in Nieuw Zuid heading north towards the historic centre so you can see the skyline come closer and the sun will be behind you. With blue skies out, many residents living along the riverbank were enjoying the afternoon rays from their homes and balconies. You can even combine it with a visit across the river through the Sint-Annatunnel which runs just next to RAS along the waterfront.