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FelixArchief: Antwerp's Memory Keeper

Explore Antwerp's past in a stunningly renovated warehouse, home to centuries of history and captivating stories.

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Housed in a stunning former warehouse, the FelixArchief is Antwerp's city archive, preserving documents dating back to the 9th century. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's history, sociology, and maritime past.

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Local tips

  • Visit on weekdays to avoid crowds, as weekends can get busy.
  • Check the FelixArchief website for temporary exhibitions and events.
  • The reading room and inner street are open to the public.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Antwerpen-Centraal Station, take bus 17 towards Felixarchief. The bus departs from platform 10 and arrives directly at the Felixarchief. The ride takes approximately 16 minutes. A single ticket costs €3.

  • Walking

    From Antwerpen-Centraal Station, the FelixArchief is approximately a 29-minute walk. Head north towards the city center, following signs for the MAS museum. The FelixArchief is located a few blocks inland from the MAS, on Oudeleeuwenrui street.

  • Taxi

    A taxi from Antwerpen-Centraal Station to the FelixArchief takes about 5 minutes and costs between €12 and €15. Taxi stands are located outside the main entrance of the train station. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Bolt are also available.

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The FelixArchief, located in the beautifully renovated Sint-Felixpakhuis, serves as the city archive of Antwerp. This impressive building, once a warehouse for coffee, wine, and hops, now safeguards over 30 linear kilometers of historical documents, maps, photographs, and memorabilia. The archive's collection spans from the 9th century to the present day, offering invaluable insights into Antwerp's social, cultural, and economic evolution. Among its treasures is a parchment map from 1505, highlighting the significance of the Scheldt river to the city. The FelixArchief actively collects documents related to the Antwerp city council, administration, and its citizens, supplemented by private archives to provide a comprehensive historical record. Visitors can explore the reading room, attend exhibitions, and delve into Antwerp's past. The building itself is an architectural marvel, featuring a photogenic inner street with white walls and a high glass ceiling. The FelixArchief not only preserves history but also connects the historic city center with the Eilandje district, contributing to the area's revitalization.

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