Welcome to Antwerp!
Antwerp is one of those underrated gems of a city. So often, travellers head straight to Brussels, Bruges, or Ghent on their visits to Belgium, but in reality, they skip over one of the best-kept secrets in Western Europe.
Antwerp is a port city with an incredible history. Antwerp grew throughout the Middle Ages thanks to its proximity to the water and became a city of enlightenment. Now you can find an ethnically diverse and vibrant city with a great history.
The venue
We’ll see you at Hilton Antwerp Old Town!
Our majestic conference hotel is situated in the heart of Antwerp, overlooking the Cathedral of Our Lady and the Old Town square. Shops, restaurants, and museums are literally just outside the door.
The hotel is big enough to provide an “everything under one roof” conference experience: pick a standard or a deluxe room, enjoy breakfast with a view on the cathedral and the old town square, then move upstairs to the conference rooms.
The conference dinner will take place in the “Belle Epoque” grand ballroom on the top floor, overlooking the old town square (“Groenplaats“).
For EngageU, you are able to book a room with a fixed rate! Please use the button below to get to the booking page. The link is valid up until September 29th, or as long as there are rooms available.
Social Event
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Antwerpse Brouw Compagnie!
Get ready for a night of great beer, delicious food, and inspiring conversations at this hip brewery, known for reviving a centuries-old local recipe to create the iconic ‘Seefbier’.
We’ll kick off with a short introduction to the brewery’s unique story and heritage. For those interested, there’s also an optional guided tour to see the brewing process up close. Meanwhile, gather around the open BBQ pit, taste all of the brewery’s beers, and indulge in a generously served walking BBQ dinner from ‘The Skinny Chef’ – all accompanied by an open bar.
Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of history, craftsmanship, and good company!
How do I get there?
By Plane:
- Fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
- You will find the train station directly under the Departure and Arrival Halls of the airport (level -1). The escalator or lift will take you directly to the platform.
- Tickets are sold in advance through SNCB website or at Brussels Airport – Zaventem Station ticket machines.
- Trains leave every 30 minutes. The ride takes 31 minutes and brings you directly to Antwerp Central Station. References:
- IC 2631 “Mechelen – Antwerpen Centraal”
- IC 9231 “Antwerpen – Amsterdam”
By Train
- Take a Thalys fast train from Paris, Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport or Rotterdam directly to Antwerp
- Take a Eurostar from London to Brussels South, then a train to Antwerp
- France: take a TGV to Paris, then a Thalys to Antwerp.
Useful links
Listed below are some links that might be useful for you to getting around in Antwerp!
- Belgian Train – Easy travel to and from Antwerp by train!
- Brussels Airport – Train – Information on how to get to and from the airport in Brussels by train
- De Lijn – Get around in Antwerp by tram, bus, metro or train
- Visit Antwerp – Rent a bike – Want to explore the town like the locals? Go by bike!