St. Anna’s Tunnel: Antwerp's Subterranean Marvel
Explore Antwerp's depths via a historic tunnel with rare wooden escalators, connecting the city center to stunning waterfront views.
Descend beneath the Scheldt River through St. Anna's Tunnel, a historic pedestrian and cyclist underpass connecting Antwerp's city center with the Linkeroever (left bank) since 1933. Experience the allure of vintage wooden escalators and a mesmerizing tiled pathway in this unique architectural marvel.
A brief summary to St. Anna’s Tunnel
- Frederik van Eedenplein, Antwerp, Antwerp, 2050, BE
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid crowds and enjoy a more peaceful walk or bike ride.
- Take your camera to capture the unique architecture, especially the vintage wooden escalators.
- Combine your tunnel visit with a walk along the waterfront on either side of the Scheldt for scenic views.
Getting There
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Walking
From Antwerp's Grote Markt (city center), walk north towards the Scheldt river. Head towards Ernest Van Dijckkaai/Plantinkaai, where you'll find the entrance to St. Anna's Tunnel, about a block from the water near the Sunday Flea Market. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes. No costs involved.
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Public Transport
From Antwerp Central Station, take tram line 3 or 5 to the 'Antwerpen, Meir' stop. From there, walk towards Ernest Van Dijckkaai/Plantinkaai to the tunnel entrance. Alternatively, take tram 3, 4, 5, 7, or 9 to the 'Groenplaats' stop and walk for about 7 minutes to the tunnel. A single tram fare is approximately €2.50 - €3.50 [approximated cost based on available information].
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Ferry
Take the St. Anna Ferry from Steenplein to Linkeroever. From the ferry terminal on the Linkeroever, the tunnel entrance is a short walk away. The ferry is free.
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